The University of Utah discloses below whether the Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program will fulfill state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure and/or certification. Some state licensing boards require additional requirements beyond education, which may include (but are not limited to): additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure. Make sure you understand and review any additional requirements prior to enrolling in the Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program.
State licensing requirements are always subject to change at the discretion of the state licensing board. The University will routinely update this page, but we strongly recommend you inquire with the applicable state board to confirm your eligibility for licensure prior to enrolling in the Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program. For any questions regarding licensure, please contact the state/territory agency directly.
Licensing requirements vary by state/territory and relocating could impact whether you will meet eligibility requirements for licensure. For any questions about relocation eligibility, contact the agency where you desire licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity.
Carefully review the educational prerequisites for your intended state/territory of licensure and whether our program meets those requirements for licensure. Use the agency contact information provided below to clarify or confirm any requirements.
If questions remain after reviewing the information provided below, contact your program advisor. While the University can provide initial guidance, it is ultimately your responsibility to continually check with the state/territory where you intend to seek licensure to confirm all licensing/certification requirements.
The University of Utah's Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program offers the following degrees:
- Minor in Nutrition — does not prepare graduates for professional licensure
- Coordinated Master's Degree (CMP) in Nutrition
- Master of Science (MS) in Nutrition (Non-RDN pathway) — does not prepare graduates for professional licensure
- Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nutrition & Integrated Physiology — does not prepare graduates for professional licensure
The information below currently applies to only the University of Utah Coordinated Master's Degree (CMP) in Nutrition degrees.
Find a State or Territory:
Please note that while states may use different titles and terminologies for licensure, registration, or certification, all states generally require applicants to have received national certification as an RD or RDN* from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. University of Utah CMP graduates are eligible to sit for the RD/RDN exam.
*The Registered Dietitian (RD) and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) are two credential designation options for one national certification program, and credentialed practitioners may choose to utilize either option.
The University of Utah's Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program meets state/territory educational requirements* for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories:
* Additional requirements beyond education may include post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. Continuing education may also be required for maintenance of certification/licensure.
Utah
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Regulated Profession:
Certified Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Alabama
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Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Alaska
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Arkansas
Determination:
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Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
California
Determination:
meets
Protected Title:
Registered Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Colorado
Determination:
meets
Protected Title:
Dietitian / Certified Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Connecticut
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Delaware
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Florida
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Georgia
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Hawaii
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Illinois
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meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Iowa
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Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Kentucky
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Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Louisiana
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Licensed Dietitian
Nutrition
Last updated 2/9/24
Maryland
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dietitian-Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Massachusetts
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Minnesota
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meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Missouri
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meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Nebraska
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Regulated Profession:
Medical Nutrition Therapist
Last updated 2/9/24
Nevada
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meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
New Hampshire
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
New Jersey
Determination:
meets
Protected Title:
Dietitian Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
New Mexico
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
New York
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Regulated Professions:
Certified Dietitian
Certified Nutritionist
Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
North Carolina
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist
Licensed Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
North Dakota
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Licensed Registered Dietitian
Licensed Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Oklahoma
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Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Oregon
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meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Pennsylvania
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dietitian-Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Rhode Island
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Licensed Dietitian
Licensed Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
South Carolina
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
South Dakota
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Licensed Nutrition
Last updated 2/9/24
Tennessee
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Texas
Determination:
meets
Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Virginia
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Washington
Determination:
meets
Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
West Virginia
Determination:
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Regulated Profession:
Licensed Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
District of Columbia
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Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Registered Dietitian
Last updated 2/9/24
Guam
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Regulated Professions:
Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
Puerto Rico
Determination:
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Regulated Professions:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Last updated 2/9/24
The University of Utah has not determined if the Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program meets state/territory educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in the following states/territories:
Federated States of Micronesia
Determination:
has not determined
Last updated 2/9/24
Republic of the Marshall Islands
Determination:
has not determined
Last updated 2/9/24
The following states/territories do not regulate Nutrition and Integrative Physiology licensure/certification:
Resources
ACEND ACCREDITATIONThe Coordinated Master's Program at the University of Utah is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
NATIONAL CREDENTIALINGThe Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) administers national credentialing services for dietitians and nutritionists.
Program PageThe most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program will be the program webpage.
Licensing AuthoritiesThe CDR has created a list of dietitian and nutritionist licensing authorities, including their contact information.
Resources
Accreditation
The University of Utah's Coordinated Master's Program (CMP) in Nutrition is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
Credentialing
The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) administers national credentialing services for dietitians and nutritionists.
Program Page
The most up-to-date information about the University of Utah's Nutrition and Integrative Physiology program will be the program webpage.
Info by State
The CDR has created a list of dietitian and nutritionist licensing authorities, including their contact information.