
Nutritionist / Nutrition Specialist Careers
Average Annual Salary for Nutrition Specialist:
Median annual earnings of dietitians and nutritionists were $43,630 in May 2004. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $27,500, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $63,760.
The novice Nutrition Specialist may stat with an annual salary of $29,000. Research shows that states with large metropolitan areas may start significantly higher.
Necessary Education for Nutrition Specialist Career:
Current registration issued by the American Dietetic Association and a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Dietetics. You can also find similar careers here»»
What is Nutrition Specialist in a nutshell?
Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of healthy living and possibly the control of diseases.
Types of Nutrition Specialist jobs:
- Dietitians
- Health Diagnosing
- Healthcare Practitioner
- Health Educators
- Child Nutrition Specialist
Nutrition Specialist Skills & Responsibilities:
- Dietary counseling and patient care skills
- Solid grounding in physical and biological sciences
- Demonstrated leadership and relationship building ability
- Ability to respond to changing circumstances and priorities
- Problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Ability to articulate ideas
Future Outlook for Nutrition Specialist:
Dietitians and nutritionists job openings are expected to rise by 18% nationally and possibly higher in metropolitan areas such as in California (22%) until / through the year 2014.
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