Dietitian / Nutritionist
Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.
At a Glance
Dietitian / Nutritionist earns an average of $70,465/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 1.7–1.9 years. Top skills: Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN), Nutritional Assessment, Dietetics.
$70,465/yr
Bachelor's degree
1.7–1.9 years
18
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Dietitians and Nutritionists
Median Wage
$73,850/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+5.5%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Nutritional Assessment
Dietetics
Food Services
Sanitation
Clinical Nutrition
Program Development
Infection Control
Nursing
Patient Safety
Nutrition Counseling
Performance Improvement
Registration
Nutrition Care Plans
Quality Improvement
Clinical Practices
Clinical Research
Facebook Marketing
Material Safety Data Sheet
Common Skills (8)
Planning
Communication
Customer Service
Management
Coordinating
Computer Literacy
Certifications (4)
Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)
Security Clearance
Master Of Business Administration (MBA)
ServSafe Certification
Related Specializations
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