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 Virginia
- Holding a current dietitian license from another state is one of the ways to qualify to use the dietitian or nutritionist title in Virginia.
- Misusing the title is a Class 3 misdemeanor.
- Because Virginia does not license or certify dietitians, the Compact Commission lists it among states that cannot join the compact.
Does Virginia license dietitians?
Virginia issues no dietitian license or certificate. The law only limits who may call themselves a dietitian or nutritionist, alone or with "licensed," "certified" or "registered." Active CDR registration, a CNS or DACBN credential, or a license from another state meets the standard. Nutrition services themselves are not restricted.
- Title protection only
- Only the title is protected
Citation: Va. Code 54.1-2730 and 54.1-2731
Is Virginia in the Dietitian Compact?
Virginia is not a Dietitian Compact member.
- Not a compact member
Can a dietitian licensed elsewhere get a Virginia credential by endorsement?
Not applicable. Virginia has no dietitian license to obtain by endorsement.
- CDR registration not required
Does Virginia have a jurisprudence exam?
Not applicable. There is no state credential or state exam.
Telehealth dietitians and Virginia
No state credential or telehealth registration exists. The Academy lists Virginia as not providing for licensure or certification of dietitians.
Does Virginia credential non-RD nutritionists?
No nutritionist credential is issued. The same title rule covers "nutritionist": CNS and DACBN holders, among others, may use it.
- No separate nutritionist credential
Licensing in Virginia?
Virginia does not issue a dietitian license, so the work here is usually payer enrollment, which our sister credentialing team handles. 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.