Dietitians and Nutritionists
Did You Know:
- Most jobs are in hospitals, nursing care facilities, outpatient care centers and offices of physicians or other health practitioners.
- Dietitians and nutritionists need at least a bachelor's degree; licensure, certification, or registration requirements vary by state.
- Applicants with specialized training, an advanced degree, or certifications beyond the particular state's minimum requirement should enjoy the best job opportunities.
Industry Areas
- General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
- Nursing Care Facilities
- Outpatient Care Centers
Day-to-Day Tasks
- Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
- Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
- Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.
Overall Kind of Work
Dietitians and nutritionists plan food and nutrition programs, supervise meal preparation, and oversee the serving of meals. They prevent and treat illnesses by promoting healthy eating habits and...
Work Environment
Civilian
Dietitians and nutritionists usually work in clean, well-lighted and well-ventilated areas. However, some work in hot, congested kitchens. Many dietitians and nutritionists are on their feet for m...
Military
Dietitians work in hospitals, clinics, and aboard ships.
Workweek Breakdown
The hours worked per week by people currently pursuing this career.
- 4.66% (0-20 Hours)
- 10.32% (21-34 Hours)
- 12.46% (35-39 Hours)
- 59.80% (40 Hours)
- 7.63% (41-49 Hours)
- 5.13% (Over 50 Hours)
This data also pertains to Dietitians and nutritionists (29-1031)
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Business Breakdown
The different sectors people in this career currently work in.
- 41.26% (Private For-Profit)
- 25.07% (Private Not For-Profit)
- 20.74% (State and Local Govt)
- 3.11% (Federal Government)
- 9.81% (Self-Employed)
Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
186 Dietitians and Nutritionists in the military