Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in Montana. Plan on endorsement through Montana Board of Medical Examiners.
- Endorsement fee
- $75
- Processing time
- 3 to 5 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Not listed
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Montana Board of Medical Examiners
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree from an ACEND-accredited program in dietetics or nutrition. Complete a dietetic internship of at least 1,200 hours.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. Active RD or RDN status is required.
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Step 3
Perform an NPDB Self-Query
Applicants must complete a self-query of the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) and provide the results to the Montana Board.
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Step 4
Submit the Application to the Board
Apply online or via paper application through the Montana Board of Medical Examiners, pay the $75 fee, and submit primary source verification of your CDR credentials.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $75
- Processing time
- 3 to 5 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- $100
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Application
- $75
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $75
License Types
Licensed Dietitian: Regulated by the Montana Board of Medical Examiners. Recently defined distinctly through 2025 legislative sessions separating it from the generic 'Nutritionist' title.
Licensed Nutritionist: Montana has historically licensed 'Nutritionists', a title which fully incorporates the credentials and scope of a Registered Dietitian.
Required Documents
- NPDB Self-Query Report: Required for all applicants. Conducted via the National Practitioner Data Bank.
- CDR Registration Verification: Must be sent directly from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Verification of Out-of-State Licenses: If licensed in other jurisdictions, you must arrange for official verifications to be sent to Montana.
Board Contact
- Board
- Montana Board of Medical Examiners
- Department
- Department of Labor & Industry
- Phone
- (406) 444-6880
- dlibsdmed@mt.gov
- Board site
- https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/medical-examiners/
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $100. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years.
Montana Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does a Montana dietitian license cost?
The initial cost is a $75 application fee.
When does the Montana license need to be renewed?
Montana dietitian and nutritionist licenses expire biennially. The renewal fee is $100.
Why is it through the Board of Medical Examiners?
In Montana, the regulation of dietitians and nutritionists is structured under the Board of Medical Examiners, which oversees various allied health professions to ensure public safety in medical nutrition therapy.
Does Montana have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in Montana. To work in Montana, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Montana?
Most endorsement applications take 3 to 5 Weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Montana while my endorsement application is processing?
Most applicants need to wait for full approval before starting work because the state does not clearly offer a temporary or provisional credential.