Section 326-H:1 – Short Title.

    326-H:1 Short Title. – This chapter may be cited as the "Dietitians Licensure Act." Source. 2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.

Section 326-H:10 – Rulemaking.

    326-H:10 Rulemaking. – The board shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to: I. The eligibility requirements for licensure or temporary licensure to practice as a licensed dietitian in this state. II. The renewal, suspension, revocation, and reinstatement of licenses. III. [Repealed.] IV. Educational qualifications for licensure. V. [Repealed.] VI. Continuing education requirements. […]

Section 326-H:11 – Immunity From Civil Action.

    326-H:11 Immunity From Civil Action. – No civil action shall be maintained against the board or any member of the board or its agents or employees, against any organization or its members, or against any other person for or by reason of any statement, report, communication, or testimony to the board or determination by […]

Section 326-H:12 – Requirements for Licensure.

    326-H:12 Requirements for Licensure. – To be eligible to be a licensed dietitian under this chapter, an applicant shall be a person of good character and shall: I. Hold a baccalaureate or higher degree from a college or university approved by the board with a major course of study in human nutrition, nutrition education, […]

Section 326-H:12-a – Exception of Requirements for Licensure.

    326-H:12-a Exception of Requirements for Licensure. – An applicant for licensure as a dietitian under this chapter who was registered as a dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration on or before December 31, 2000, shall be deemed to have met the requirements for licensure under RSA 326-H:12, I, II, and III. Source. 2002, […]

Section 326-H:13 – Reciprocity.

    326-H:13 Reciprocity. – The board may, in its discretion, grant a license under this chapter to an individual certified or licensed in another state if it determines that the requirements or standards for certification or licensure in that state are equivalent to, or greater than, those established by this chapter. Source. 2000, 168:1, eff. […]

Section 326-H:14 – Issuance, Expiration, and Renewal of License.

    326-H:14 Issuance, Expiration, and Renewal of License. – I. The board shall license as a dietitian each applicant who proves to the satisfaction of the board his or her qualifications under this chapter and under rules adopted by the board under RSA 326-H:10. The board shall issue to each person qualified a license, which […]

Section 326-H:15 – Continuing Professional Education.

    326-H:15 Continuing Professional Education. – It shall be deemed sufficient for the renewal of a license issued under this chapter for an applicant for renewal to have completed 20 hours of continuing professional education related to the relevant practice in the previous 24 months. Continuing education programs shall be approved by the board. Source. […]

Section 326-H:16 – Suspension and Revocation of License.

    326-H:16 Suspension and Revocation of License. – The board, after providing an opportunity for a hearing, may take appropriate disciplinary action as follows: I. Suspend or revoke the license if the person has obtained the license by fraudulent or deceitful means. II. Suspend or revoke the license if the person has been convicted of […]

Section 326-H:17 – Hearings.

    326-H:17 Hearings. – I. The board shall take no disciplinary action without providing an opportunity for a hearing. At least 14 days prior to hearing, both parties to a disciplinary proceeding shall be served, either personally or by registered mail, with a written copy of the complaint filed and notice of the time and […]

Section 326-H:18 – Reinstatement.

    326-H:18 Reinstatement. – Any person whose license has been suspended or revoked by the board may apply to the board, in writing, to request a hearing for reinstatement. Upon a hearing, the board may issue a new license or modify the suspension or revocation of the license. Source. 2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.

Section 326-H:19 – Offenses.

    326-H:19 Offenses. – I. It shall be a class A misdemeanor for any natural person, and a felony for any other person to: (a) Practice as a licensed dietitian under the guise of any diploma, permit, certificate, license, or record illegally or fraudulently obtained or issued. (b) Impersonate in any manner a licensed dietitian […]

Section 326-H:2 – Purpose.

    326-H:2 Purpose. – The general court recognizes that dietitians play an important role in treating illness, injury, and other medical conditions; and in improving the quality of life of seriously ill patients; all of which can result in cost savings to the health care system. The general court finds and declares that the practices […]

Section 326-H:3 – Definitions.

    326-H:3 Definitions. – In this chapter: I. " Board " means the board of licensed dietitians. II. " Commission on Dietetic Registration " means the national autonomous credentialing body. III. " Dietitian " means a person who is a food and nutrition professional who meets the minimum academic and professional requirements that have enabled […]

Section 326-H:4 – Exceptions.

    326-H:4 Exceptions. – I. This chapter shall not apply to a dietitian who is: (a) Serving in the armed forces of the United States; (b) Engaged in a state or federally funded public health program; (c) Employed by the Veterans Administration, provided such dietetic activities are related to such service or employment; or (d) […]

Section 326-H:5 – License Required; License Title.

    326-H:5 License Required; License Title. – I. No person shall practice or represent himself or herself as a dietitian in this state without first applying for and receiving a license from the board to practice as a licensed dietitian. II. Licensees shall use the title "licensed dietitian" and the recognized abbreviation "LD". Source. 2000, […]

Section 326-H:6 – Scope of Practice.

    326-H:6 Scope of Practice. – Licensed dietitians shall be authorized to practice applications from food, nutrition, biochemistry, physiology, management, behavioral, and social sciences used in the treatment of illness, injury and other medical conditions, and the maintenance of human health. Source. 2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.

Section 326-H:7 – Board of Licensed Dietitians; Removal; Expenses.

    326-H:7 Board of Licensed Dietitians; Removal; Expenses. – I. There is established a board of licensed dietitians, consisting of 5 members. Initial appointments shall be made pursuant to RSA 326-H:8. Thereafter, the board shall be appointed by the governor with consent of the executive council and shall consist of 4 licensed dietitians and one […]

Section 326-H:8 – Initial Appointments; Meeting; Election of Initial Chairperson.

    326-H:8 Initial Appointments; Meeting; Election of Initial Chairperson. – I. The initial appointments to the board shall be made by the governor with the consent of the executive council and shall serve initial terms as follows: 2 practicing dietitians who shall serve a term of one year; and 2 practicing dietitians and one public […]

Section 326-H:9 – Duties of the Board.

    326-H:9 Duties of the Board. – The board shall: I. Conduct meetings as required. II. Select a chairperson and officers from the members of the board. III. Maintain a true record of the board’s official acts through the office of professional licensure and certification and in accordance with the retention policy established by the […]