South Dakota Dietitian License
South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners
Total Fee
$70
Processing Time
3 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) / Local Law Enforcement
Temp License
Available
See board
What You'll Need
- CDR Registration Card — Proof of current, active status as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Verify CDR Status
- Official Transcripts — Transcripts showing completion of a baccalaureate or post-graduate degree in a nutrition-related field, sent directly from the school.
- NPDB Self-Query Report — Original report from the National Practitioner Data Bank regarding any professional history. NPDB Website
- Fingerprint Cards — Completed fingerprint cards for the mandatory criminal background check.
How to Apply
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Create a MySD Account ▾Register for an online account through the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners (SDBMOE) portal to access the application system.
Register/Login -
Submit Online Application ▾Complete the 'Licensed Nutritionist' application within the portal. Note that South Dakota uses the title 'Licensed Nutritionist' (LN) for both dietitians and nutritionists.
Start Application -
Pay Application Fee ▾Pay the non-refundable $100 application fee via credit card through the secure online portal.
Pay Fee -
Request Official Transcripts ▾Contact your degree-granting institution to have official transcripts sent directly to the SDBMOE office.
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Verify CDR Registration ▾Provide proof of current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
CDR Website -
Complete NPDB Self-Query ▾Request a self-query report from the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) and have the original report sent to the Board.
NPDB Self-Query -
Criminal Background Check ▾Complete the fingerprinting process as required by the Board for a state and federal criminal background check.
Total Fee
$70
Processing Time
3 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Applicants licensed in another state may be granted reciprocity if they hold an active license in good standing and can verify their Commission on Dietetic Registration status, demonstrating compliance with South Dakota's requirements.
Steps
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Verify Out-of-State License ▾Request verification of licensure from every state where you currently hold or have ever held a license.
Board-to-Board Verification -
Submit Reciprocity Application ▾Complete the standard application via the portal, selecting the reciprocity/endorsement pathway.
Apply via Reciprocity -
Provide CDR Proof ▾Submit evidence of current registration with the CDR.
CDR Verification
Total Fee
$100
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (expires May 31 of odd years)
Compact
No
Board
South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners
Keeping Your License Active
South Dakota Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years (expires May 31 of odd years). Contact the South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Renew on the board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $70 |
| Endorsement application | $70 |
| Fingerprint check | $50.00 (background check fee) + local agency fee (typically $10.00 - $25.00) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 100.0 |
Slow Downs
NPDB Report Delays
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Failure to submit the original NPDB self-query report or delays in NPDB processing can stall the application.
Transcript Delivery
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Transcripts must be sent directly from the institution; student-provided copies are not accepted.
Background Check Processing
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Criminal background checks can take several weeks to process through state and federal agencies.
Questions
What is the official license title in South Dakota?
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The official title is 'Licensed Nutritionist' (LN), which covers both dietitians and nutritionists under SDCL 36-10B.
How many continuing education (CE) hours are required?
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Licensees must complete 15 hours of CE annually or maintain current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
When does the license expire?
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Licenses typically renew biennially by September 30th of even-numbered years, though some sources suggest May 31st of odd years; always verify the current cycle in the MySD portal.
Is there a temporary permit available?
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Yes, a non-renewable temporary permit may be granted for up to one year for those who have completed education requirements but are awaiting exam results.
Board Info
South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners (SDBMOE)
Phone(605) 367-7781