How to be registered dietician ?

Step 1

Obtain at least a bachelor's degree in an area such as dietetics, foods and nutrition, or food service management. Students with these majors have classes in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physiology, microbiology, nutrition, foods, and institution management, as well as courses in business, social sciences, and computer science. High school students, who are considering a career as a registered dietitian ,should take courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, health, and communications.

Step 2

Determine the dietitian licensing requirements for the state in which you want to work. There are 35 states requiring licensing, 12 requiring statutory certification, and one requiring registration. Each state will have different policies regarding the licensing, certification or registration for dietitians.

Step 3

Complete the Registered Dietitian status of the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association. The Registered Dietitian credential is given to those individuals who pass a special examination after completing academic coursework and a supervised internship. This certification is different from the licensing required by statesinternship can be completed through one of the 53 programs accredited by the Commission on Dietetic Registration or with 900 hours of supervised practice experience in any of the 265 accredited internships.

Step 4

Maintain a Registered Dietitian status by completing at least 75 credit hours in approved continuing education classes every five years.