Board Nominations

LBEDN is calling for nominations for one (1) member to the Board of Examiners in Dietetics and Nutrition.

The position is available is for a three-year term. For this position, the Practice Act requires: 

1.  One shall be a person with a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major course of study in human nutrition, food and nutrition, dietetics, or food systems management selected from a list of names submitted by the Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry. The position will open August 23, 2025.

REQUIREMENTS FOR BOARD MEMBER POSITION:

• Must be a resident of the state who holds a baccaleureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a major course of study in human nutrition, food and nutrition, dietetics, or food systems management.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT LBEDN:

• There are typically four regular meetings per year, but additional special meetings may be called as needed. Travel expenses are paid, but there is no reimbursement for time. Term of office is for three years or until a successor has been appointed. 
• Nominations will be submitted directly to the required entity and then qualified nominees names are sent directly to the Governor by the entity. The Governor will appoint the board member(s) and the appointment(s) are subject to Senate confirmation. 
• LBEDN's board members have typically been very active and engaged in the business of the Board. Being a LBEDN board member requires a commitment to attend board meetings, attend conferences as requested, participate in committees, as well as a commitment to communicate with the board members/staff on a daily basis, reviewing emails and/or applications.
• All board meetings are conducted in-person, as the Board does not meet the requirements to conduct virtual meetings, according to Act 393 of the 2023 Regular Legislative Session.

BOARD'S MISSION STATEMENT:

Our mission is to assure the consumer of qualified licensed professionals. In pursuing our goal, we provide a process by which consumers may file complaints against our licensees or persons practicing dietetics/nutrition without a license.

If you meet eligibility requirements and wish to be a nominee, please contact the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, Michelle Romero, at (225) 935-2150 or michelle@ldaf.state.la.us for further information. 

THIS POSITION WILL BE ADVERTISED THROUGH MAY 31, 2025. THE POSITION WILL BE OPEN EFFECTIVE AUGUST 23, 2025.