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Registered Dietitian
Total cost: $200
Governing Authority
New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs (regulation pending implementation)
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None
Regulation Type
Not Required
CDR Credential
Varies
Supervised Hours
None
State CE Hours
$200
Total Initial Fees
N/A - no state licensure
Renewal Period
Available credential types in New Jersey
No state credential - regulation pending
Title protection only; no state-defined scope
Nutritionist
Diet Technician
Education & Academic Requirements
VerifiedNo state education requirements (CDR requires ACEND-accredited master's degree for new applicants since 2024)
Minimum Degree
Not 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. Existing RDs/RDNs are grandfathered.
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
VerifiedNot Required
Supervised Practice
Not Required
ACEND Accredited
Details
No state supervised practice requirements. CDR requires minimum 1,000 hours 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
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: 16/100
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 New Jersey
VerifiedNot Authorized
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Not Authorized
Nutrition Counseling
Not Authorized
Enteral/Parenteral
Additional Scope Details
New Jersey does not define a state scope of practice for dietitians. None only.
Telehealth
Allowed
Interstate Telehealth
No
Compact Member
New Jersey allows telehealth delivery of nutrition services.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
CDR Exam Fee Paid to CDR/Pearson VUE if pursuing voluntary national credential | $200 |
Total Initial Fees CDR exam fee only; no state fees | $200 |
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Renewal & CE/CPEU Requirements
VerifiedN/A - no state licensure
Renewal Period
—
State CE Hours
No
Portfolio Required
CDR CPEU Requirement
75 CPEUs per 5-year CDR recertification cycle
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
VerifiedDoes Not Accept Out-of-State Credentials
CDR Credential Is Portable
Transfer Details
No state license to transfer. CDR credential is portable nationwide.
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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New Jersey is one of the few states with no regulation of dietitians whatsoever. Regulations are reportedly in process but not yet finalized as of early 2026. Any individual may provide nutrition services without credentials.
New Jersey currently has NO licensure, certification, or registration for dietitians.
Regulations are in process as of 2025 but not yet finalized.
CDR credential is voluntary but recommended.
Anyone may provide nutrition services in New Jersey.
New Jersey cannot participate in the Dietitian Licensure Compact because it does not license dietitians.
As of January 1, 2024, CDR requires a master's degree for new RD/RDN applicants.
Dietitian requirements in nearby states
| State | Total Cost | Timeline | |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey (you) | $200 | 240–370 wks | |
| Connecticut | $390 | 240–370 wks | → |
| Delaware | $409 | 240–370 wks | → |
| New York | $494 | 240–370 wks | → |
| Pennsylvania | $245 | 240–370 wks | → |
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New Jersey uses no formal regulation for dietitians. All credentialing is managed through the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs (regulation pending implementation).
Requirements vary by state and may change. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority and the Commission on Dietetic Registration.