Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in New York. Plan on endorsement through New York State Board for Dietetics and Nutrition.
- Endorsement fee
- $294
- Processing time
- ~6 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Not listed
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- New York State Board for Dietetics and Nutrition
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Complete Education & Exam Requirements
Earn a Master's degree, complete at least 1,000 hours of ACEND-accredited supervised practice, and pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) national examination.
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Step 2
Take the Child Abuse Identification Course
New York State requires all healthcare professionals to complete state-approved coursework in identifying and reporting child abuse before applying for certification.
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Step 3
Apply Online via NYSED
Submit your application for a new CDN certification through the Office of the Professions online portal and pay the combined $294 application and initial registration fee.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $294
- Processing time
- ~6 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- $179
- Renewal cycle
- Every 3 years
- Application
- $115
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $294
License Types
Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN): The standard credential for practicing dietetics and nutrition in New York State. Demands completion of a Master's degree, ACEND-approved supervised practice, and passing the national CDR exam.
Required Documents
- Official College Transcripts: Must be sent directly from your degree-granting university to the NYSED.
- CDR Certification Verification: Proof of active registration sent directly from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Child Abuse Training Certificate: Certificate of completion for the mandatory NYS child abuse identification coursework.
Board Contact
- Board
- New York State Board for Dietetics and Nutrition
- Department
- NYSED Office of the Professions
- Phone
- (518) 474-3817
- dietbd@nysed.gov
- Board site
- https://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/dietetics-and-nutrition
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $179. Renewal cycle: Every 3 years.
New York Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does a New York dietitian license cost?
The total initial cost is $294, which covers the NYSED's $115 application fee and the $179 fee for your first three-year registration period.
Do I need a master's degree to become a CDN in New York?
Yes. As of January 1, 2024, a minimum of a master's degree is required by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) to sit for the national RDN exam, which serves as the exam basis for NY state certification.
Is continuing education required to renew a New York CDN license?
The NYSED does not mandate additional state-level continuing education for renewal, but you must maintain your active CDR registration, which requires completing 75 hours of continuing professional education every 5 years.
Does New York have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in New York. To work in New York, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to New York?
Most endorsement applications take ~6 Weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in New York 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.