Verified October 9, 2026 against the practice act, board rules and sources cited below. The board decides every application. All states
What dietitians miss in Massachusetts
- Because the law protects the title only, an RD can practice in Massachusetts without the LDN title, though some employers and payers may still require it.
- The statute expressly lets holistic, naturopathic, ayurvedic and other practitioners keep their nutrition components without a license.
- The first license runs at least 24 months and then aligns to the holder's birthday.
Does Massachusetts license dietitians?
Massachusetts licenses dietitian/nutritionists but protects the title only: no one may hold out as a licensed dietitian/nutritionist without a license. People who do not claim the title may still furnish nutrition information and practice related health professions.
- License
- Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)
- Only the title is protected
Citation: M.G.L. c. 112, §§ 201-210; 268 CMR
Is Massachusetts in the Dietitian Compact?
Massachusetts is not a Dietitian Compact member.
- Not a compact member
Can a dietitian licensed elsewhere get a Massachusetts credential by endorsement?
The board may grant reciprocal recognition, without examination, to dietitians/nutritionists registered, certified or licensed in jurisdictions with reasonably equivalent standards.
- Endorsement or registration-based route
- CDR registration not required
Citation: M.G.L. c. 112, § 208; 268 CMR 3.01
Telehealth dietitians and Massachusetts
AND's telehealth chart lists no telehealth-specific dietitian requirement for Massachusetts.
Does Massachusetts offer a provisional permit for new graduates?
AND's summary of Massachusetts law lists no temporary or provisional license.
- No provisional permit
Does Massachusetts credential non-RD nutritionists?
The single LDN license is also open to non-RDs through a degree with defined nutrition coursework plus a 900-hour internship or paid professional experience, including a master's-level route.
- Nutritionist credential
How often does a Massachusetts dietitian credential renew?
Licenses renew every two years, expiring on the licensee's birthday. Renewal requires certifying at least 30 hours of continuing education under penalty of perjury.
- Renews every 2 years
- 30 CE hours per cycle
Licensing in Massachusetts?
For a license, we prepare every supporting document and a question-by-question guide, request your verifications, and track it to a decision; you complete, sign and submit the application. License by endorsement is $599 per state.