Do I need to renew my license if I am currently unemployed?

Answer:

An individual is required to have a license if one is providing medical nutrition therapy, either as a volunteer or for a fee, or if one is utilizing one of the protected titles, as defined in the law.

However, if an individual has a license and decides not to renew because he/she is not currently practicing dietetics or nutrition in North Carolina, or is working in a position where he/she is exempt from North Carolina’s licensure law, this individual must notify the NCBDN of his/her status by completing the Inactive Status request form online before his/her license expires on March 31st or by completing the Relinquish request form online to relinquish his/her license. Please log into the NCBDN Gateway to determine your options.

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