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How to become a registered dietitian in Arizona. Regulation: no state regulation. Total initial fees: $200. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Registered Dietitian
Governing Authority
No state licensing board for dietitians (Arizona does not regulate dietitians)
None
Regulation Type
Not Required
CDR Credential
Varies
Supervised Hours
None
State CE Hours
$200
Total Initial Fees
N/A (no state license to renew; CDR registration renews every 5 years)
Renewal Period
Available credential types in Arizona
No state-issued credential available
No state-defined scope of practice for dietitians
Nutritionist
Diet Technician
Education & Academic Requirements
VerifiedNo state education requirements (CDR requires ACEND-accredited master's degree for new RD/RDN applicants since 2024)
Minimum Degree
Not Required
ACEND Accredited
Yes
Master's Required
Didactic Program
CDR requires DPD or CP from ACEND-accredited institution for RD/RDN credential
Details
Arizona has no state education requirements for dietitians. CDR requires a master's degree for new RD/RDN credentialing effective January 1, 2024.
Dietitian education requirements follow ACEND (Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics) standards. As of 2024, a minimum of a master's degree is required for new RD eligibility through CDR.
Supervised Practice Requirements
VerifiedNot Required
Supervised Practice
Not Required
ACEND Accredited
Details
No state supervised practice requirements. CDR requires minimum 1,000 hours of ACEND-accredited supervised practice for RD/RDN credential.
Supervised practice hours are typically completed through ACEND-accredited dietetic internships, coordinated programs, or individualized supervised practice pathways (ISPPs).
Exam Requirements
VerifiedNot Required
CDR Registration
Not Required
State Exam
Credential Type
CDR RD/RDN voluntary; not required by state
State Exam Details
$200
Exam Cost
What Dietitians Can Do in Arizona
VerifiedNot Authorized
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Not Authorized
Nutrition Counseling
Not Authorized
Enteral/Parenteral
Additional Scope Details
Arizona does not define a state scope of practice for dietitians. Anyone may provide nutrition services without state licensure.
Telehealth
No
Compact Member
No state dietitian license exists, so no dietitian-specific telehealth restrictions apply.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
CDR Exam Fee Paid to CDR/Pearson VUE if pursuing voluntary national credential | $200 |
Total Initial Fees CDR exam fee only if pursuing voluntary credential; no state fees | $200 |
Renewal & CE/CPEU Requirements
VerifiedN/A (no state license to renew; CDR registration renews every 5 years)
Renewal Period
—
State CE Hours
No
Portfolio Required
CDR CPEU Requirement
75 CPEUs per 5-year CDR recertification cycle (if holding CDR credential)
Dietitians must maintain both state and national (CDR) credentials. CDR requires 75 CPEUs per 5-year recertification cycle. State CE requirements are separate and may differ from CDR requirements.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedDoes Not Accept Out-of-State Credentials
CDR Credential Is Portable
Transfer Details
No state license to transfer. CDR credential is portable nationwide but not required in Arizona.
The CDR (Commission on Dietetic Registration) credential is nationally recognized, but states may still require a separate state license or registration. Having an active CDR credential typically simplifies the transfer process.
Arizona is one of the few states with absolutely no regulation of dietitians. There is no licensure, certification, registration, or title protection. Multiple legislative efforts to establish regulation have failed. Despite this, most healthcare employers require CDR credentials.
Arizona has NO state regulation of dietitians - no licensure, certification, or title protection.
Anyone may use the title 'dietitian' or 'nutritionist' without credentials.
Legislative efforts (SB 2820, SB 1508) to establish licensure have been introduced but not enacted.
Most employers and healthcare facilities require CDR RD/RDN credential even though the state does not.
Arizona cannot participate in the Dietitian Licensure Compact because it does not license dietitians.
Explore requirements for other professional licenses in Arizona.
How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#37 of 51
Cost
#1 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Dietitians and Nutritionists (SOC 29-1031)
Entry Level
$58,920
25th percentile
Median
$65,330
-12% vs. national avg ($73,850)Experienced
$79,680
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
1,280 employed in this state
Note: BLS category "Dietitians and Nutritionists" includes both registered dietitians and nutritionists. Credentialing requirements differ between these roles.
Source: BLS OEWS – Dietitians and Nutritionists (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+8.7%
High DemandNew Jobs
+6,900
over 10 years
Annual Openings
7,300
per year (avg.)
79,100 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 240–370 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Study guides for the CDR registration exam for dietitians.
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Arizona uses no formal regulation for dietitians. All credentialing is managed through the No state licensing board for dietitians (Arizona does not regulate dietitians).
Requirements vary by state and may change. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority and the Commission on Dietetic Registration.