In 2019 registered dietitians practicing in Indiana transitioned from certified dietitians to licensed dietitians. As part of that transition licensed dietitians now have oversight from the Medical Board.
Occupational licenses serve as a form of consumer protection. Each state’s professional licensing laws help identify who are qualified practitioners that provide services in alignment with the professional’s scope of practice. Additionally, licensure may provide health insurance companies and state and federal governments with assurance that practitioners meet standards of professional competence.
For more information about licensure and consumer protection, visit the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.