# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 5. Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionists

### Subtitle 3. Licensing

#### Section 5-301

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle or Sec.Sec. 10-14A-03 and 10-14B-03 of the State Government Article, an individual shall be licensed by the Board before the individual may practice dietetics in the State.

(b) The following individuals may practice dietetics without a license:

  (1) A student or trainee, working under the supervision of a licensed dietitian-nutritionist while fulfilling an experience requirement or pursuing a course of study to meet requirements for licensure, for a limited period of time as determined by the Board;

  (2) An individual employed by the United States government to practice dietetics, while practicing within the scope of that employment; and

  (3) An individual who aids in the practice of dietetics, if the individual works under the supervision of a licensed dietitian-nutritionist or licensed physician.

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Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)