Dietitians
Dietitians plan diets for patients and educate people about eating healthy foods. Some dietitians supervise food preparation and service.
72%
13%
15%
National data for dietitians and nutritionists (SOC 29-1031).
$30,080
$46,150
$67,650
$14.46
$22.19
$32.52
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • have at least a bachelor's degree;
  • take approved coursework for dietitians;
  • complete a practicum

    • Hours

  • May work full time or part time.
  • Work Monday through Friday. However, nutritionists at hospitals or nursing homes may work weekends.
    • DIETITIANS will:
  • Be able to choose between management, clinical, community or consulting positions.
  • Promote healthy eating
  • Work with patients, clients, doctors, nurses, and food service workers
  • Sometimes wear a uniform or lab coat
    • DIETITIANS frequently:
  • work in hospitals and nursing homes
  • Sit or stand for long periods of time.
    • It is important that DIETITIANS be able to:
  • evaluate patients and design their diets
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
  • Understand the speech of another person
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