Montana Dietitian License
Montana Board of Medical Examiners
Total Fee
$75
Processing Time
3 to 5 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Montana Department of Justice (MDOJ)
Temp License
Not available
N/A
What You'll Need
- CDR Registration Card — Proof of current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. CDR Verification
- Official Transcripts — Transcripts must be sent directly from the accredited college or university to the Board.
- NPDB Self-Query Report — A report from the National Practitioner Data Bank, submitted in its original sealed envelope. NPDB Website
- Fingerprint Cards — Two completed FD-258 fingerprint cards for the state and federal background check.
How to Apply
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Obtain CDR Registration ▾Before applying for a Montana license, you must be a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Visit CDR Website -
Create an eBiz Account ▾All applications in Montana must be submitted through the Department of Labor & Industry's eBiz portal. Create a new account to begin.
Create eBiz Account -
Submit Online Application ▾Complete the online application for a Nutritionist license and pay the $75 non-refundable application fee.
Start Application -
Complete Fingerprint Background Check ▾After submitting your application, you will receive instructions to complete a fingerprint-based background check. You must mail two fingerprint cards and a $30 processing fee to the Montana Department of Justice.
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Request NPDB Self-Query ▾Perform a self-query of the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) and submit the results to the Board in the original sealed envelope.
Request NPDB Query -
Submit Supporting Documents ▾Ensure official transcripts and verification of your CDR registration are sent directly to the Board office.
Total Fee
$75
Processing Time
3 to 5 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Out-of-state applicants with active CDR registration may readily obtain a Montana license by successfully completing the application packet, submitting the NPDB self-query, and ensuring their current state licenses are verified.
Steps
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Verify Out-of-State Licenses ▾Request official license verification from every state or jurisdiction where you have ever held a professional license of any type.
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Submit Montana Application ▾Apply via the eBiz portal, selecting the endorsement pathway if applicable, and pay the $75 fee.
Apply Online -
Provide CDR Proof ▾Submit evidence of current CDR registration, which is the primary requirement for endorsement in Montana.
Total Fee
$100
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Montana Board of Medical Examiners
Keeping Your License Active
Montana Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Montana Board of Medical Examiners for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Visit board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $75 |
| Endorsement application | $75 |
| Fingerprint check | $30.00 (MDOJ processing fee) + separate local technician fee (typically $10-$25) |
| Temporary permit | N/A |
| Renewal | 100.0 |
Slow Downs
Incomplete Fingerprint Cards
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Fingerprint cards that are smudged or missing required fields will be rejected by the DOJ, requiring a resubmission and delaying the background check by weeks.
NPDB Envelope Opened
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The NPDB self-query must be submitted to the Board in its original, unopened, sealed envelope from the NPDB. If opened by the applicant, it will not be accepted.
Missing Out-of-State Verifications
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The Board requires verification from every state where a license was held, even if the license is no longer active. Delays occur when applicants only verify their current license.
Questions
What is the difference between a Dietitian and a Nutritionist license in Montana?
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Currently, Montana licenses both under the 'Nutritionist' credential. Recent legislation (HB 806) is transitioning the title to 'Dietitian,' but the application process remains the same through the Board of Medical Examiners.
How much is the application fee?
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The initial application fee for a Nutritionist license is $75.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements?
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Montana does not have state-specific CE requirements for Nutritionists; instead, it accepts the 75 hours every five years required to maintain CDR registration.
How often do I need to renew my license?
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Licenses are renewed biennially (every two years) by October 31st.
Board Info
Montana Board of Medical Examiners
Phone(406) 444-6880