Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in Oregon. Plan on endorsement through Board of Licensed Dietitians.
- Endorsement fee
- $110
- Processing time
- 3 to 4 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Not listed
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Board of Licensed Dietitians
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 900+ hours of board-approved supervised practice or an accredited dietetic internship.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) national examination.
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Step 3
Submit the Application and Background Check
Apply through the Oregon HLO. You must undergo a fingerprint-based criminal background check specifically for the Oregon HLO.
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Step 4
Provide Documentation
Submit verification of your passing CDR exam score (or active registration), official college transcripts, and verification of any out-of-state licenses held.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $110
- Processing time
- 3 to 4 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- $60
- Renewal cycle
- Annual + 15 CE hours (plus 1 hr cultural competency every other year)
- Application
- $50
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $110
License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD): The credential required to practice dietetics in the state of Oregon, regulated by the HLO and the Board of Licensed Dietitians.
Required Documents
- CDR Registration Verification: Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Official Transcripts: Sent directly from the university showing your conferred degree.
- Background Check Authorization: Fingerprint cards and authorization for the HLO background check.
Board Contact
- Board
- Board of Licensed Dietitians
- Department
- Oregon Health Licensing Office (HLO)
- Phone
- (503) 378-8667
- hlo.info@state.or.us
- Board site
- https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/hlo/pages/board-licensed-dietitians.aspx
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $60. Renewal cycle: Annual + 15 CE hours (plus 1 hr cultural competency every other year).
Oregon Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does an Oregon dietitian license cost?
The initial cost is $110, which includes a $50 application fee and a $60 license fee. There are additional fees for the fingerprint-based background check.
When does the Oregon license need to be renewed?
The Oregon dietitian license is renewed annually. The renewal fee is $60.
What are the continuing education requirements for Oregon?
Oregon requires 15 continuing education (CE) hours every year. In addition, beginning with your second renewal, 1 hour of cultural competency CE is required every other year.
Does Oregon have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in Oregon. To work in Oregon, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Oregon?
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 Oregon 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.