Registered Dietitian

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Registered Dietitians provide advice education about nutrition and its effect on health. They work in schools, educational administration, research, hospitals, clinics, industry, food service, management, and private practice. Registrations:

·       Organize and supervise food service operations and meal preparation.

·       Make dietary recommendations.

·       Counsel patients and clients about diets.

·       Supervise food purchasing.

·       Study the nutritional value of food and how it is used by the body.

Average Salary: $30,000-$40,000

Educational Requirements:

 Students should take a challenging high school curriculum that includes math and science courses. High school business courses may also prove helpful.

A Bachelor’s Degree in dietetics or a related field approved by the American Dietetic Association is required. Registration dietitians must also pass a professional exam and complete a supervised practicum.

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