Vermont Dietitian License
Dietitians
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
3 to 5 Business Days
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
N/A
What You'll Need
- Proof of CDR Registration — A copy of your current registration card from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. CDR Website
- Official Transcripts — Transcripts must be sent directly from the educational institution to the OPR.
- Verification of Licensure — Official verification from every state where you have ever held a professional license.
How to Apply
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Create an OPR Online Account ▾Register for a user account on the Vermont Secretary of State Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) Online Services Platform.
Register/Login -
Submit Initial Application ▾Complete the online application for 'Certified Dietitian' and pay the non-refundable $100 application fee.
Apply Online -
Provide CDR Proof ▾Upload a copy of your current Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) card or proof of registration. This must be signed by the applicant.
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Request Official Transcripts ▾Contact your university to have official transcripts sent directly to the OPR. They can be emailed to SOS.OPRLicensing1@vermont.gov or mailed to the Montpelier office.
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Verification of Licensure ▾If you hold or have held a license in another state, request that the other state board send an official verification directly to the Vermont OPR.
Verification Form -
Wait for Processing ▾The OPR typically processes applications within 3-5 business days once all required documentation has been received.
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
3 to 5 Business Days
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Applicants currently certified or licensed as a dietitian in good standing in another jurisdiction can apply for certification in Vermont via the online system if their jurisdiction's requirements are substantially equivalent to Vermont's (typically demonstrated by active CDR registration).
Steps
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Determine Eligibility Path ▾Choose 'Fast Track Endorsement' if you have been licensed in good standing in another state for at least 3 years. Otherwise, use standard endorsement.
Fast Track Info -
Submit Endorsement Application ▾Apply via the OPR portal and pay the $100 fee.
OPR Portal -
Request State Verifications ▾Request official verifications from your initial state of licensure and your most recent state of licensure to be sent directly to OPR.
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Optional Provisional License ▾If verification is the only missing item, you may request a 90-day non-renewable provisional license within the application.
Total Fee
$100
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years + 30 CE hours
Compact
No
Board
Dietitians
Keeping Your License Active
Vermont Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years + 30 CE hours. Contact the Dietitians for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Renew on the board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $100 |
| Endorsement application | $100 |
| Temporary permit | N/A |
| Renewal | 100.0 |
Slow Downs
Third-Party Document Delays
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Waiting for transcripts or out-of-state verifications is the most common cause of delay. Request these as early as possible.
Unsigned CDR Proof
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The OPR requires the uploaded CDR registration proof to be signed by the applicant/licensee.
Name Mismatches
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If your name on transcripts or CDR records differs from your application, you must provide legal name change documentation (e.g., marriage certificate).
Questions
How much does it cost to get certified in Vermont?
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The initial application fee is $100. The biennial renewal fee is also $100.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements?
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Certified Dietitians must complete 30 hours of CDR-approved continuing education every two years. You are exempt from this requirement for your very first renewal.
When does my Vermont dietitian license expire?
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Licenses expire on May 31 of every even-numbered year.
Can I practice while my application is pending?
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No, you must be certified to use the title 'Certified Dietitian' or practice in Vermont, unless you have been issued a 90-day provisional license.
Does Vermont require a background check for dietitians?
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Yes, OPR conducts a background check for all applicants. While fingerprints are not currently required for dietitians specifically, you must answer disclosure questions and OPR may request further info if a record is found.
Board Info
Dietitians
Phone(802) 828-1505