Dietitians & Nutritionists The Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing staffs the Regulation of Dietitians & Nutritionists program. The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development adopts regulations to carry out laws governing the practice of Regulation of Dietitians & Nutritionists in Alaska. It makes final licensing decisions and takes disciplinary actions against people who violate licensing laws. Dietitians & Nutritionists who practice independently must obtain an Alaska Business License. Important Information Are you selling CBD or hemp products? If so, read this announcement from the Division of Agriculture for more information to ensure your business is registered and that the products you are selling are compliant with Alaska law. Questions? Contact the Division of Agriculture. See the FAQ for more details. Customer Contact Form Do you have questions about your professional license? Please fill out our Customer Contact Form for the fastest response. Initial License Applications Applications must be mailed to the address on the form and cannot be accepted via email to protect your identity and financial information. Application for Dietitian License #08-4400, Revised 04/17/2025 Must also provide verification of registration from the Commission on Dietitian Registration. Application for Nutritionist License #08-4399, Revised 04/17/2025 Must also provide verification of registration from the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists (BCNS) or the American Clinical Board of Nutrition (ACBN); or provide proof of a masters degree in human nutrition and 900 hours of experience in the field. Renewal License Applications Applications must be mailed to the address on the form and cannot be accepted via email to protect your identity and financial information. Dietitian/Nutritionist License Renewal Application#08-4455, Revised 11/02/2023 Statutes and Regulations Alaska Statutes are passed by the legislature. Regulations (also called the Alaska Administrative Code) are rules adopted by the department to implement, interpret, and make specific the statutes. Both statutes and regulations have the force of law. AS 08.38 specifically applies to Dietitians and Nutritionists. AS 08.01-08.03 and regulations 12 AAC 02 apply to all professions regulated by the division. Dietitian and Nutritionist Statutes AS 08.38. Centralized Licensing Statutes AS 08.01-08.03. Applies to all professions. Centralized Licensing Regulations 12 AAC 02. Fees, name and address changes, examinations review, general provisions. Applies to all professions. If you would like to receive notice of all proposed regulation changes for your program, please send a request in writing with your name, preferred contact method (mail or email), and the program you want to be updated on to: Regulations Specialist Email: RegulationsAndPublicComment@Alaska.Gov Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing P.O. Box 110806 Juneau, Alaska 99811-0806 National Organizations National organizations may provide information on the regulation of the dietitians and nutritionists in other states. The Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists (BCNS) The American Clinical Board of Nutrition (ACBN) Commission on Dietetic Registration Contact Information Phone: (907) 465-2550 Email: DietitiansandNutritionists@Alaska.Gov PO Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806 Return to Top