Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in Mississippi. Plan on endorsement through Professional Licensure - Dietetics.
- Endorsement fee
- $100
- Processing time
- 3 to 4 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Professional Licensure - Dietetics
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree or higher from an ACEND-accredited program. Complete a minimum of 900 hours of board-approved supervised practice through an ACEND-accredited dietitian internship.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. Verification of current RD status is required.
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Step 3
Pass the Jurisprudence Exam
All applicants must successfully complete an examination testing their knowledge of Mississippi's dietetic statutes and administrative rules.
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Step 4
Submit the Application via LEMS
Create an account on Mississippi's Licensure and Enforcement Management System (LEMS) portal. Complete the application and pay the $100 fee.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $100
- Processing time
- 3 to 4 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- $100
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years (by March 31 of odd years) + 30 CE hours
- Application
- $100
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $100
License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD): The credential to practice dietetics in Mississippi, overseen by the Mississippi State Department of Health.
Provisional Licensed Dietitian: Available for those who have completed their education and supervised practice but have not yet passed the CDR exam. Valid for one year, costs $50, and requires practice under the supervision of a Licensed Dietitian.
Required Documents
- CDR Registration Verification: Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Jurisprudence Exam Score: Documentation of successfully passing the state-specific rules exam.
- Official College Transcripts: Sent directly from the university showing your conferred degree.
Board Contact
- Board
- Professional Licensure - Dietetics
- Department
- Mississippi State Department of Health
- Phone
- (601) 364-7360
- ProfLicensure@msdh.ms.gov
- Board site
- https://msdh.ms.gov/page/30,0,82.html
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $100. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (by March 31 of odd years) + 30 CE hours.
Mississippi Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does a Mississippi dietitian license cost?
The initial license application fee is a non-refundable $100. The provisional license costs $50.
When does the Mississippi license need to be renewed?
Mississippi regular dietitian licenses are renewed biennially (every two years) by March 31 of odd-numbered years. The renewal fee is $100.
Does Mississippi have state-specific continuing education requirements?
Yes. Regular license holders must complete 30 hours of approved continuing education every two years. Provisional license holders must complete 15 hours annually.
Does Mississippi have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in Mississippi. To work in Mississippi, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Mississippi?
Most endorsement applications take 3 to 4 Weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Mississippi while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.