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

• 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.