Is it the same as a nutrition teacher?

No; nutrition teachers need a separate teaching qualification.

Can non-majors apply?

Only if the required coursework and credits are met.

Dietitian License (Korea)

🩺 Nursing & Health By CampusDown Wiki Editorial Team Last updated October 26, 2026

A license under Korea's National Nutrition Management Act, issued by the Minister of Health and Welfare after the KHPLEI exam.

Contents

1. Exam and eligibility
2. Work and careers
3. FAQ
4. References

Exam and eligibility

Generally requires a food or nutrition degree with legally specified coursework; the written exam has overall and per-subject thresholds. Eligibility, subjects, pass rules, dates and the governing law can change; always check KHPLEI's current notice and the law in force.

Work and careers

School meals, hospital clinical nutrition, contract catering, public health posts and public corporations.

FAQ

Is it the same as a nutrition teacher?: No; nutrition teachers need a separate teaching qualification.
Can non-majors apply?: Only if the required coursework and credits are met.

Sources reviewed: 2026-10-26

References

한국보건의료인국가시험원(국시원). https://www.kuksiwon.or.kr
보건복지부. https://www.mohw.go.kr
국가법령정보센터. https://www.law.go.kr

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