Online News Vol. 2, Issue 1 |
Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians |
Update from the Director of the Professional Licensing Boards: For the new graduates, we now have 32 on-line applications available for those applying for their first license with us. This enables some new graduates to go on-line, register, apply for licensure and pay their fees. This paperless system allows the staff to process applications much quicker to the benefit of the applicant who can receive their license and go to work much faster than in the past. We are planning more on-line applications for the near future. As we begin the year 2010, we will continue to offer more services on-line and strive to improve our processing times. For license holders, please keep your personal information up to date and accurate so our transactions with you can be faster and more accurate.
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The Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians consists of seven members: six registered dietitians and one consumer member. The Board is appointed by the Governor to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public. The Board meets several times a year depending on the amount of business to be transacted. The Board’s responsibility is to regulate the activities of persons engaged in dietetic practice.The application of scientific knowledge relating to nutrition is important in the treatment of disease and in the attainment and maintenance of health. Trained professional licensed dietitians are found in hospitals, nursing homes, school districts, health departments, private practice and consultation. The Board regulates the integration and application of principles derived from the sciences of nutrition, biochemistry, food, and physiology to achieve and maintain client health. Board meetings are open to the public with the exception of executive session, in which confidential matters such as complaints, disciplinary items, and applications are discussed. During the meetings, the Board reviews correspondence, applications for licensure, and complaints. Minutes from the Board meetings may be found on the Board’s website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/Dietitians/. |
Board Members: Nancy G. Walters, MMSc/RD/LD – Chair |
Board Staff: Sandy Bond |
2010 Meetings: February 5, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. |
Number of Active Licensees: Licensed Dietitian: 1,911 |
Actions Taken by the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians December: The Board voted to issue 35 licenses. |
License Renewals: Licenses for dietitians expire on March 31 of even numbered years. It is illegal to practice dietetics with an expired license. How do I renew my license? The Professional Licensing Boards do not mail paper renewals unless requested. A paper renewal form may be requested by the licensee by calling the Board office at (478) 207-2440, or submitting a written request. Licensees may also call our automated system at (404) 463-1100 and request a paper renewal form using their personal identification number included in their renewal notice. Disciplinary Issues: Addressing these issues on a case-by-case basis, the Board takes these matters very seriously and applies sanctions to those who violate the Georgia Dietetics Practice Act, Board rules, and policies. It is important that licensees review all laws, rules and policies that affect their profession. These may be found on the Board’s website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/Dietitians/. All public disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Board minutes which may be found on the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians website. Grounds for denial, suspension, revocation of a license, or other disciplinary actions may be found at O.C.G.A. § 43-10-15 and at O.C.G.A. § 43-1-19. State laws and Board rules may be found on our website at www.sos.ga.gov/plb/Dietitians/. |
Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians Complaint Process Information: The Georgia General Assembly created the Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians to regulate the licensing and practice of dietetics. The responsibility of administering the laws in O.C.G.A. § 43-11A is given to the Board, whose members are appointed by the Governor. This Board determines if applicants meet licensure requirements, promulgates rules, and considers complaints against licensees and allegations of unlicensed practice. The process for disposing of complaints is as follows: Complaint Form: Complaints must be reported to and received by the Board in writing. Written complaints may be submitted to the Board office or on-line at http://sos.georgia.gov/myverification/submitcomplaint.aspx. Documents received in connection with a complaint will not be returned. The complaint must contain sufficient factual evidence indicating a clear violation of Georgia law or Board rules. Investigations: The Board gives serious consideration to all complaints. Further investigative action may be taken. Should you file a complaint, you may be contacted by a Board inspector or investigator for additional information. Investigative files are considered confidential for any purpose other than a hearing before the Board. However, the Board is authorized to release such records to another enforcement agency or lawful licensing authority. Notification Process: While the investigation is ongoing, the Board is unable to discuss the status of a complaint with anyone, including the complainant. When the Board has completed the case, the complainant will be notified in writing of the Board’s actions. All public disciplinary actions will be reflected in the Board minutes which are found on the Board’s website. |
Frequently Asked Questions: A list of frequently asked questions may be found on the Board’s website. If you cannot find an answer to your question, you may contact the Board office at (478) 207-2440. |