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Types of Licensure

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  • Military Trained Dietitians and Spouses of Active Military

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Types of Licensure

Learn more about categories of licensure, provisional licensure, and opportunities for military-affiliated applicants. Applicants should review the Board’s guidance on using third parties for application submission and management.

Category A

Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN); Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)

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Category B

Provisional License for Future RDN’s – Program completed; Preparing for RD Exam

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Category C

Non-RDs, Non-CNSs Requirements Equivalent to Category A

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Category D

Non-RDs, Non-CNSs; Reciprocity

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Category F

Certified Nutrition Specialists (CNSs) or DACBNs

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Category G

Provisional License for Future CNS’s – Program completed; Preparing for CNS Exam

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Military Trained Dietitians and Spouses of Active Military

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