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Pathway: Diagnostic & Therapeutic Services
Job: Nutritionist
Job Description
Nutritionists plan food and nutrition programs, supervise the preparation and serving of meals, help prevent and treat illnesses by promoting healthy eating habits and suggesting diet modifications, and conduct research. Major areas of practice include clinical, community, management and consultant dietetics.
Necessary Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Helpful High School Courses
Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Health, Psychology
Working Conditions
- Usually work a standard 40-hour week, although some work weekends dependent on the particular facility
- Work may require standing much of the day
Salary Range
- 2003, Delaware average annual salary,
$50,420
- 2003, Delaware average hourly wage,
$24.24
Career Ladder Information
- The Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association (ADA) awards the Registered Dietitian credential to individuals who pass a certification exam, after completing their academic coursework and supervised experience
- Students interested in research, advanced clinical positions, or public health may need an advanced degree
Personal Qualities and Interests
You:
- Have a strong interest in food and nutrition
- Enjoy working with people
- Have good judgment and an understanding of human nature
- Are able to identify and solve problems
- Have the motivation and initiative to work independently
Did you know?
- Employment of nutritionists is expected to grow due to the increasing emphasis on disease prevention.
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