Calling all savvy RDNs ready to get more bang for your continuing education buck: this is your ultimate roundup of free CEUs for dietitians. The price is right to collect those required hours, fast!
With our diverse list of options, you’ll gain the knowledge you need to stay on top of the research and best practices in your niche. You’ll be able to stay on track with licensure, all while minimizing your expenses. You’re going to want to bookmark this article for reference (and share it with a friend!).
A quick note: We understand that your time is precious and you have better things do to than feel frustrated about expired listings. While we can’t guarantee that every single one of these options is valid, we do take care to update this article each and every year, deleting options that have passed and adding many new opportunities.
This article was last updated in September 2025.
Quick tips for meeting CEU requirements
Registered dietitians are required to have a minimum of 75 hours of approved continuing education documented per each five-year cycle. You are responsible for documenting and tracking your hours with CDR.
A few states have additional requirements, whether it is for hours to be documented with each year’s licensure renewal, or specific kinds of continuing education. Be sure to check with your state licensing board to ensure that you’re meeting your state-specific minimum requirements, long before the deadline.
Be sure to review the requirements for different types of CEUs, as you may be able to count live events you did not expect. For example, some live trainings do not require prior approval by CDR. (You can find more about the different activity types and requirements on CDR’s website).
We are all about the ninja hacks that help you to continue your learning but also save you money. Check out the rest of our tips right here: 17 Money-Saving CEU Hacks for Dietitians.
Note: continuing education is tallied per hour or partial hour. These may be labeled as CEUs, CEs or CPEUs – all approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Our number one free pick!
1. Getting Started with Digital Products
We’ll kick off our comprehensive roundup with our very own free CEU right here on Well Resourced Dietitian: Getting Started with Digital Products. This webinar is hosted by Well Resourced founder Megan Boitano and guides fellow dietitians through crafting digital products for their own business needs as well as for selling on Well Resourced Dietitian.
Now let’s dive into helpful categories with options for everyone, regardless of niche.
Ethics and Health Equity CEUs
All RDs are required to complete at least one hour of continuing education related to ethics or health equity during each five-year cycle. The following courses are approved for this specific requirement, and as with everything listed in this post, they’re all free!
2. Social Determinants of Health: What Dietitians Should Know – 1 hour
Social determinants of health describe the environments where people live, work, and have leisure time, and how these factors influence healthcare. These can influence both access to healthcare and how it is perceived. This webinar covers what should dietitians understand about these determinants, and how can they effectively address them in practice. Expires 9/14/2026.
3. Professional Ethics for Everyone – 1 hour
In this on-demand webinar, you’ll learn core ethical principles, the integration of personal and professional ethics, and how to perform ethical leadership as a dietitian. Contemporary issues like social media and AI are also explored. Recording expires on 5/29/2027.
4. Applying the Core Ethics Principles to Nutrition Care – 1 hour
In healthcare, we are guided by four key ethics principles: beneficence, nonmaleficence, autonomy, and justice. This CEU explores the principles through a practical lens, with tips for navigating these principles when they seem like they might conflict with other aspects of patient care. The CE credit for this program expires on 11/14/2026.
5. Ethics in Private Practice – 1 hour
Learn how to navigate your business in compliance with best practices and ethics, including your advertising and marketing. Please note, the CE credit for this program expires on 4/10/27.
[Related: While it’s not free, our in-house ethics CEU is one of the best options for dietitians in online business – and it’s only $9.99. It covers topics like website essentials, email marketing, sponsored content disclosures, and more.]
General Nutrition CEUs
In this section, we have seven hours of CEUs for you to peruse; they apply to just about any niche or specialty. The rest of this article lists opportunities by discipline. You’ll be able to quickly scan the topics to find your perfect free webinar or course, all without spending a single penny.
6. Seed Oils: Sorting Fact from Fiction in the Fat Debate – 1 hour
With all the media attention on seed oils these days, it’s sure to be a topic your clients are asking about. Discover the truth about current research on seed oils and how these can fit into a heart-healthy diet. This course expires on 05/07/2028.
7. Navigating Nutrition Misinformation in a Food Infodemic – 1 hour
Scroll through social media for a few minutes and you’re bound to come across nutrition misinformation. It’s maddening as professionals, but just imagine how confusing it is for our clients. This webinar explores the impact of these challenges and how RDs can help combat this misinformation. This course expires on 11/06/2027.
8. Ultra-processed foods: The research and the reality – 1 hour
Lots of media attention has surrounded the topic of ultra-processed foods – but what does this term actually mean, and how can dietitians explain the facts to clients? This chat between three dietitians will cover it all! This CEU activity is good through 1/15/2028.
9. Nutrition and Alcohol– 1 hour
It seems like more and more people are turning to that evening wine or beer to destress – but what happens when this becomes excessive? This webinar explores nutrition implications of excessive alcohol intake and how to navigate these with clients. This course expires on 9/14/2026.
10. Added Sugars & Non-Sugar Sweeteners: A Review of Current Recommendations, Scientific Evidence, & Future Research Needs – 1 hours
Dietitians can help clients navigate how to balance added sugar in their diet, and this course will give you tips for how to do so. This course expires on 07/28/2028.
11. The Science of Protein and Metabolism: Consumer Insights, Emerging Research, and Practical Applications – 1.25 hours
Protein seems to be top of mind for consumers these days, with benefits from satiety to muscle building. This webinar discusses the functional benefits of protein and how this macronutrient impacts metabolic health. This course expires in 2028.
Community and Culinary Nutrition CEUs
12. Dietary Diversity: Encouraging Consumption of Whole Grains, Legumes, and Other Under-Consumed Food Groups – 1.25 hours
They say that variety is not only the spice of life but also the key to unlocking many health benefits – but what if you and your clients don’t know how to cook and enjoy diverse foods? This workshop, co-hosted by Colin Rehm and Dawn Jackson Blatner, will teach you how! The course expires on 12/7/2026.
13. Meeting Dietary Fiber Recommendations in a Latin American Heritage Diet – 1 hour
Learn from expert dietitians in the Latin community about how a traditional diet can help clients meet fiber recommendations. Special focuses include legumes and whole grains. After watching the video, submit the form on the page to receive your CEU certificate. This course expires in 2027.
14. Processing and the Dietary Guidelines: Meeting Nutrient Needs with Accessible Foods – 1 hour
Eating these days is challenged by our on-the-go lifestyle as well as accessibility of nutritious foods. Learn strategies to support your patients and clients with affordable ideas. CPEUs for this activity expire on 3/19/2027.
15. Wellbeing, Joy, and Togetherness: A Deep Dive into the Impact of Mealtimes – 1 hour
Take a deep dive into the transformative properties of a Mediterranean lifestyle, a key component of which is mealtimes and social interaction. Learn how to integrate key aspects of social connection into cooking, mealtimes, and work with your clients. This course expires 06/26/2027.
Women’s Health CEUs
16. PCOS Nutrition: A Sustainable & Science-Backed Approach – 1 hour
PCOS can affect almost every major system in a woman’s body. An expert will teach you about symptoms, complications, and diet and lifestyle changes to support clients. Expires 9/19/27.
17. Women’s Wellness: A Modern Era of Science and Sustainability – 1 hour
Learn about functional wellness and food topics that are shaping trends for modern women. Discover how to empower your female clients on their journey to better holistic health. This course expires 04/18/2028.
18. New Findings on Food and Breast Cancer Prevention – 0.75 hours
Learn from the Women’s Health Initiative data as we explore the possible connections between dietary choices and risk of death from breast cancer. This course expires on 8/10/2026.
19. Treatment Guidelines for Gestational Diabetes – 1 hour
Courtney Lee, MS, RDN, CDN, CLT, and CFCS offers the latest treatment guidelines for GDM, the kind of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. Please note, this CE program will expire on 04/28/2026.
20. Hormone Therapy and Risk of Dementia: What the Evidence Tells Us So Far – 0.5 hours
Hormone therapy is sometimes used for the treatment of women during menopause. Learn about how this may impact the risk of dementia. Expires 08/15/2027.
Gut Health and Microbiome CEUs
21. Gastrointestinal Function: Gut Microbiota and Nutrition – 1 hour
New to learning about gut health? This course explores all the basics! Find out about the links between the gut microbiota and common heath concerns, how prebiotics and probiotics affect gut health, and how dietitians can support clients. Expires 4/26/27.
22. Prebiotics and Mood: Exploring the Gut-Brain Axis – 1 hour
Did you know that the gut microbiota can impact the brain and our mood? Learn about research suggesting how prebiotics can positively impact both gut health and mental health. Course expires 08/08/2027.
23. The Fiber Effect: Exploring the Link Between Fiber Intake, Gut Health, and Chronic Disease Risk Reduction – 1 hour
With approximately 95 percent of the population not meeting daily fiber recommendations, there is no better topic to explore for a CEU. Learn why fiber is so important for gut health, and how its impact on the gut may contribute to its association with reduced chronic disease risk. Course expires 07/02/2027.
24. The Science of Biotics: Health Benefits, Product Assessments, and Culinary Applications – 1.25 hours
Prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics, synbiotics – oh my! Learn about the differences between each of these and how they impact the microbiome. A culinary dietitian will explore ways of incorporating foods with these biotics into clients diets. This CEU is good through 2028.
25. IBS & FODMAPs: Demystified – 1.5 hours
Learn the ins and outs of FODMAPs and how to support your IBS patients with confidence. This course is taught by Jan Claussen, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC and it expires on 4/24/27.
Clinical Nutrition CEUs
26. Training Program in Adult Malnutrition – 7 hours!
Knock out a bunch of CEUs with this program from Abbott, which consists of four foundational courses plus three elective courses – all specific to adult malnutrition. *As an expiration date is not listed on the website, we recommend confirming with Abbott that this training is still eligible for CEUs.
27. Reimagining diabetes care: Introducing a new consensus statement – 1 hour
This training explores a consensus statement titled “The Use of Diabetes Specific Nutritional Formulas (DSNFs) in Type 2 Diabetes”, developed by several organizational bodies in diabetes care. Learn how these formulas can support nutrition needs in patients with diabetes. Expires 7/17/2027.
28. Blenderised tube feeding: Latest evidence & controversies – 1 hour
This workshop dives into the controversy of blenderised tube feeding (BTF) – is it safe? Are there risks? Co-hosted by Kate Dehlsen and Rachel Lindeback, they explore the current evidence for and against the use of BTF. Expires 2/7/2027.
29. Diagnosis & management of Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency – 1 hour
Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency (PEI) can lead to malnutrition and health consequences, and can sometimes be difficult to pinpoint due to overlapping symptoms with other GI conditions. Learn more about the diagnostic criteria and management of this condition. Course expires 11/08/2026.
30. A practical approach to cancer care, malnutrition & sarcopenia – 1 hour
In this recorded workshop, you’ll learn more about the impact of cancer on the risk of malnutrition and sarcopenia. The training will also provide practical tips for supporting cancer patients. Good through 9/13/2026.
31. TPN 301 – 1 hour
In this workshop, you’ll take a detailed look at all of the different vitamins and minerals that can go into parenteral nutrition formulations as well as the guidelines for monitoring. This CPEU program expires on 1/8/2027.
Pediatric Nutrition CEUs
32. Training Program in Pediatric Malnutrition – 10 hours!
This certificate training program by Abbott is comprised of seven foundation courses, including Identification and Diagnosis of Pediatric Malnutrition and Nutrition for the Neurologically Impaired Child as well as three elective courses of your choosing. Elective options include Practical Strategies for Achieving Growth Potential in Children and Pediatric Currents: Screening for Malnutrition Risk in Pediatrics. *As an expiration date is not listed on the website, we recommend confirming with Abbott that this training is still eligible for CEUs.
33. Feeding the Mind and Body: Collaborative Care to Optimize Nutrition and Food Education in the First Five Years of Life – 1.5 hours
As a pediatric RD, you are no doubt aware of the importance of diet and mealtimes in the first five years of life. This webinar emphasizes the role of good nutrition in childhood growth and development, and covers best practices to help families develop supportive feeding environments and good relationships with food. This course expires on 09/11/2027.
34. Every Family’s Journey: Embracing Diversity in Pediatric Care – 1 hour
This webinar will review the diverse family dynamics with different family structures. Special attention is focused on families grappling with substance abuse, adoptive families, and LGBTQ+ health care needs. The prerecorded CE webinar expires in 2027.
35. Beyond Weight: Nutritional Insights and New Evidence for Catch-Up Growth – 1 hour
Explore tools and practical tips for spotting growth issues in outpatient settings, then review practical guidelines for how to facilitate catch-up growth. This CE program will expire in 2028.
36. Optimizing nutrition in children with inflammatory bowel disease – 1 hour
Working with pediatric patients with IBD? This webinar will help you learn how nutrition can assist with symptoms, support growth, and create optimal patient outcomes. Expires 11/5/2027.
37. Infant Feeding: Best Practices for Healthcare Providers – 1 hour
This course, provided by The Ohio State University, covers the basics of infant growth, development, and feeding. Learn about different types of formula, best practices for human milk, and identifying signs of readiness for solid foods. *Note: This course is free for the first 1000 registrants; if you see a fee it has reached that limit.
38. Intuitive Eating for the Whole Family: Reclaim Your Inner Intuitive Eater to Raise Confident Eaters – 1 hour
Learn how the principles of intuitive eating can help raise children that develop a healthy relationship with food. This training includes the impact of maternal diet and food language on children as well. Expires 10/2/27.
PS – Do you work with families in your business? We have 12 Healthy Food Activities for Preschoolers That Everyone Will Enjoy that you can use for your next preschool workshop. There are a range of ideas to try, all with a focus on exploring and enjoying healthy foods.
Geriatric Nutrition and Long Term Care CEUs
39. Training Program in Nutrition and Wound Healing – 5 hours!
Complete three foundational courses in wound healing, followed by two electives of your choice – including Nutrition and Pressure Injury Prevention, Evidence-Based Care, and The Role of Nutrition in Pressure Injury Management in Patients with Diabetes. *As an expiration date is not listed on the website, we recommend confirming with Abbott that this training is still eligible for CEUs.
40. Hydration in Older Adults: Clinical Strategies to Improve Hydration Status – 1 hour
Poor hydration can be a common concern in older adults. Learn about the symptoms that occur with dehydration, assessment techniques, and clinical guidelines for hydration in older adults. This course expires in 2028.
41. Weight Management for the Aging Population – 1 hour
Are you working in an outpatient setting with older adults who are struggling with weight management? This webinar can help with balancing lifestyle changes to support a healthy weight without risking malnutrition or sarcopenia. This course expires 09/12/2026.
42. Evidence-Based Nutrition for Wound Healing and Malnutrition: Part 1 and Part 2 – 2.5 hours (1.25 hours each)
If you frequently see wound issues or malnutrition among your long-term care patients, this two part training is an excellent resource. It explores the critical role of nutrition in managing these conditions. This training expires 1/21/2028.
43. Putting the “S” back in IDDSI: How to successfully implement and standardize your IDDSI program – 1 hour
Are you looking to implement IDDSI in your hospital or long-term care foodservice setting? Discover how to approach implementation of IDDSI and why this can benefit your patients and residents. Recorded webinar expires on 1/18/2027.
Also: If you are wondering what it is really like to work as a long-term care dietitian…and how to get started? This comprehensive guide is for you! Long-Term Care Dietitians: Responsibilities, Resources, and Tips provides the latest resources for working in long term care.
Sports Nutrition CEUs
44. Gatorade Course Catalog – Multiple options; hours vary
If you’re looking to do a bunch of free sports nutrition CEUs, the Gatorade Course Catalog is the easiest place to find them. From the effects of chrono-nutrition on athletic performance to CGM use in athletes to nutrition for pregnant athletes – you can find a ton of options here. Simply visit the course catalog and scroll through to see current offerings (some of which are article-based and others are webinars).
45. Protein Deep Dive for Athletes, Active Individuals and the Aging Population – 1 hour
Get a deep dive into protein quantity, timing, and quality in this webinar, which covers both athletic and aging populations. Discover practical tips to help your athletes meet their protein requirements. Expires 4/18/27.
46. Nutrition Considerations for the Youth Athlete – 1 hour
In this course, you’ll learn special considerations for younger athletes, including common issues and solution-oriented approaches to solving them. This course is taught by Laura M. Reece, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, a Board-Certified Sports Dietitian (CSSD). This course expires on 8/24/26.
If you’re looking for the most robust training available to dietitians for sports nutrition, you’re going to want to run, not walk to this blog post: Everything You Need to Know About Becoming a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD).
And if you’d like to compare the training and expectations of the CSSD credential to other certification programs available, this blog post The Best Sports Nutrition Certifications (and a Few to Skip) covers several great options as well as a few to skip.
Food Systems and Sustainability CEUs
47. Diving Into the Power of Blue Foods as Medicine – 1 hour
What do green wakame seaweed and scallops have in common? Not only are they both delicious, they’re nutritious and sustainable. Categorized as “blue foods,” these aquatic veggies and seafood support health, and they’re good for the planet. Learn more in this workshop. Course expires 09/27/2026.
48. Food Sovereignty as an Approach to Indigenous Health Equity– 1 hour
In this CEU, you’ll learn about barriers to food security and produce consumption in indigenous communities. Discover how to address these inequities in your work as a dietitian. This offering expires 08/15/2027.
49. Sourcing Sustainable Seafood– 1 hour
This is a text-based course offered through Chicken of the Sea, which covers why seafood sustainability is important and how foodservice operators can source sustainable products. *There is no expiration date listed; if the course is live it is still available.
GLP-1 and Pharmacological CEUs
50. Obesity medications: What every dietitian needs to know – 1 hour
Take a deep dive into all the basics of GLP-1 medications. Learn when they may be recommended, potential side effects, success rates, and nutritional implications for clients. Course expires 9/11/2027.
51. Optimizing Nutrition and Protein on GLP-1s: Clinical Recommendations and Real-World Insights – 1 hour
Protein is essential on GLP-1s, especially to help mitigate the loss of lean mass. Learn more about how GLP-1s affect diet quality, consumer trends in protein intake before and after GLP-1 use, and how dietitians can support clients on these medications. Course expires 08/18/2028.
52. The In vitro and In vivo Development of a GLP-1 Stimulating Nutraceutical: Taking a Full Pharmacological Approach – 1.25 hours
In this fascinating webinar, discover how scientists discovered bitter hops extract may share an overlapping mode of action with GLP-1 pharmaceuticals. Learn about the research methodology that goes into these products and how nutraceutical development should be conducted. CEU expires 08/27/2027.
53. Nutritional Considerations in the Era of GLP-1R Agonists – 1 hour
This course covers clinical research in the effectiveness of GLP-1 Agonists and the need for nutrition counseling during use. Discover how to optimize your clients’ diets while they are using these medications, and how to prevent common nutritional deficiencies. Good through 07/09/2027.
54. Can Carbohydrates Offer Nutritional Support During GLP-1 Journeys? – 1 hour
Get an in-depth overview of the mechanisms of action behind GLP-1 drugs, then learn how certain carbohydrates can support clients both on and off these medications. For example, evidence is shared linking certain fibers to increased GLP-1 secretion and improved outcomes. This course expires 09/28/2028.
55. Obesity medications symposium: what, why, how? – 2 hours
Get all the nuts and bolts of obesity medication science, including how the medicines work, side effects, key nutritional considerations, and strategies for long-term behavior change. Course expires 11/26/2027.
56. The evolving landscape of diabetes and obesity care in the GLP-1 era: Where do dietitians fit? – 1 hour
This webinar will review the overlap between weight management and diabetes in terms of the mechanism of action of GLP-1s. Learn how to support clients and manage side effects on these medications. Expires 4/10/2027.
Business, Professional, and Personal Development CEUs
57. Nutrition and Business: Opportunities for Registered Dietitians – 1 hour
Thinking about starting your own business or side hustle? Learn about the many opportunities for dietitians in this course. This course expires 1/16/27.
58. Communicating Evidence-Based Nutrition Science Effectively – 1 hour
Consumers are more confused than ever when it comes to understanding nutrition research and media headlines. This workshop explores how you can better understand nutrition research and translate that to consumer conversations. Expires 8/13/2027.
59. Enhancing Revenue for RDNs Demonstrates Value for Expanded Scope of Practice and Increases Access to Care Webinar – 1 hour
Whether you work in private practice or in a healthcare facility, this workshop will teach you how to maximize the insurance coverage of your services. Recorded course CPE expires on 3/13/2027.
60. Bite-Sized Brilliance: Creating Engaging Nutrition Videos – 1 hour
Trying to improve your video presence on social media? Get expert tips in creating engaging videos that draw people in! From production skills to crafting compelling messages, you’ll get all the must-knows in this webinar. Webinar CE expires on 12/19/2026.
61. Beyond the books: What the next generation of dietitians really need to succeed – 1 hour
Are you an early career dietitian? Or maybe you’re a student that’s looking for some additional education. If so, this is a great option for discussing tips for the beginning of your career. Learn about building confidence, battling imposter syndrome, and standing out in the field. Expires 3/13/2027.
62. Resilience and Renewal: Self-Care for Healthcare Workers – 1 hour
As health care workers, we often pour ourselves into our job – but this can come along with emotional depletion and stress. Learn more about self care strategies to help yourself be the best dietitian you can be without burnout. This course expires in 2028.
63. Marketing Strategies for Growing Your Private Practice – 1 hour
Trying to grow your private practice? Marketing is key! Discover helpful strategies – like branding, social media, and networking – to get more clients. Expires 9/10/27
Quick tip: Getting your private practice started? You won’t want to miss our blog post: 10 Essentials for Starting Your Booming Nutrition Private Practice. This article covers how to specify your ideal client, which software programs to consider using and legal considerations to protect yourself.
Even more free CEUs for dietitians
64. Preceptor Training – 8 hours
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers a complimentary training program for RDs to become preceptors to dietetic interns. The continuing education opportunity is a self-based course aimed to empower RDs to confidently host dietitian students and interns.
Blog post: Precepting Interns as a Private Practice Dietitian
65. Journal Articles – 1 hour per article
Members of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics have the benefit of free CPE for reading journal articles and passing the associated quiz. Each new issue of the Journal offers a few hours of CPE. While membership is not free, this is a robust benefit if you do choose to become a member.
66. Free CEU webinars for Academy Members – varies
From current trends in food allergies to managing diabetes at home, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers a variety of free CEU opportunities for members.
67. Registered Dietitians (RD / RDN) Free CEU Forum – varies
Join more than 5,000 members of this active Facebook group whose sole purpose is to share free continuing education opportunities for dietitians.
68. Sound Bites Podcast – varies
Listen to various episodes of the Sound Bites Podcast, take a quick quiz, and earn free CEUs!
Free CEUs for dietitians: key takeaways
While there may come a time when you’re ready to invest in a specific course or workshop, there are plenty of opportunities to earn your continuing education credits for free: you just have to know where to look. Are there any opportunities that we missed? Comment below!
Beyond this robust roundup of free CEUs, we have a few more tricks up our sleeves to support you and your wallet. Visit this post for 17 Money-Saving CEU Hacks for Dietitians.
Be sure to save this post for later: this roundup will be sure to save your wallet while propelling your knowledge forward. What’s better than being able to skip one more business expense?
Getting Started with Digital Products
We’ve got our very own free CEU right here on Well Resourced Dietitian. This webinar is hosted by founder Megan Boitano and guides fellow dietitians through crafting digital products for their own business needs as well as for selling on Well Resourced Dietitian.
