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Registered Dietitian
Total cost: $390
Governing Authority
Connecticut Department of Public Health - Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section
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Certification
Regulation Type
Required
CDR Credential
1,000 hrs
Supervised Hours
Not mentioned on official pages hrs
State CE Hours
$390
Total Initial Fees
1 year
Renewal Period
Available credential types in Connecticut
Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist
Medical nutrition therapy, nutrition assessment, nutrition counseling, nutrition education
Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist
Same certification covers both dietitians and nutritionists
Diet Technician
Education & Academic Requirements
VerifiedMaster's degree from an ACEND-accredited program (required since January 2024 for new CDR candidates; bachelor's degree holders credentialed before 2024 are grandfathered)
Minimum Degree
Required
ACEND Accredited
Yes
Master's Required
Didactic Program
Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) or Coordinated Program (CP) from ACEND-accredited institution
Details
CDR requires a minimum of a master's degree for new RD/RDN credentialing effective January 1, 2024. Connecticut relies on CDR registration for certification.
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.
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Supervised Practice Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Supervised Practice
1,000 hrs
Practice Hours
Required
ACEND Accredited
Accepted Program Types
Details
Minimum 1,000 hours of ACEND-accredited supervised practice required for CDR eligibility, which is prerequisite for Connecticut certification.
Supervised practice hours are typically completed through ACEND-accredited dietetic internships, coordinated programs, or individualized supervised practice pathways (ISPPs).
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
CDR Registration
Not Required
State Exam
Credential Type
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) through CDR
Registration Exam
CDR Registration Examination for Dietitians
State Exam Details
CDR Registration Examination for Dietitians
Exam Name
Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) / Pearson VUE
Provider
$200
Exam Cost
Passing Rate
Approximately 80-90% first-time pass rate
Retake Policy
May retake after 45 days; up to 3 attempts within 1 year of initial eligibility
Overall licensing difficulty: 17/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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RD Exam (Registered Dietitian Exam)
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What Dietitians Can Do in Connecticut
VerifiedAuthorized
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Authorized
Nutrition Counseling
Authorized
Enteral/Parenteral
Prescriptive Authority
No independent prescriptive authority for medications
Additional Scope Details
Connecticut certified dietitian-nutritionists may provide MNT, nutrition assessment, counseling, and education.
Telehealth
Allowed
Interstate Telehealth
No
Compact Member
Connecticut allows telehealth delivery of nutrition services by properly certified practitioners.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Certification application fee | $190 |
CDR Exam Fee Paid to CDR/Pearson VUE | $200 |
State License Fee Included in application fee | $190 |
Renewal Fee Annual renewal | $190 |
Total Initial Fees Includes CDR exam fee ($200) and state certification fee ($190) | $390 |
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Renewal & CE/CPEU Requirements
Verified1 year
Renewal Period
Not mentioned on official pages hrs
State CE Hours
No
Portfolio Required
CDR CPEU Requirement
75 CPEUs per 5-year CDR recertification cycle
Renewal Fee
$190
Annual renewal
Regulatory Board
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
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
CDR Credential Is Portable
Reciprocity Type
endorsement
Transfer Details
Connecticut accepts out-of-state dietitians with active CDR registration through endorsement.
Additional Requirements for Transfer
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.
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Protected Titles
VerifiedConnecticut protects the titles 'dietitian' and 'nutritionist.' Only state-certified individuals may use these titles.
Connecticut uses a certification model rather than licensure. The state certifies both dietitians and nutritionists under a single credential title. Annual renewal is required.
Connecticut uses a CERTIFICATION model (not licensure) through the Department of Public Health.
CDR registration is required for state certification.
Annual renewal cycle.
No state-specific CE requirements beyond CDR's 75 CPEU per 5-year cycle.
There is no interstate compact for dietitians.
Dietitian requirements in nearby states
| State | Total Cost | Timeline | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut (you) | $390 | 240–370 wks | |
| Massachusetts | $400 | 240–370 wks | → |
| New York | $494 | 240–370 wks | → |
| Rhode Island | $260 | 240–370 wks | → |
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Connecticut uses certification for dietitians. CDR registration is required. All credentialing is managed through the Connecticut Department of Public Health - Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section.
Requirements vary by state and may change. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority and the Commission on Dietetic Registration.