Dietician
Comprehensive Sites
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Dieticians and NutritionistsCreated by the U.S. Department of Labor, this career profile introduces you to the training, work qualifications, employment data, and job outlook for dieticians and nutritionists. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find links to important professional organizations in the field, or click on detailed earnings data and learn more about this interesting career.
ISeek: DieticianA comprehensive career overview is provided at this page as a courtesy of the state of Minnesota. You will find a career video, which describes a day in the life of a dietician. You can also access information on knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as certification and credentialing, and educational requirements.
National Institutes of Health: LifeWorks, Dietician and NutritionistClick on the tabs at the top of this page to learn about job activities, needed education, skill and interests, and more information on becoming a dietitian or nutritionist. You will find recommended high school courses, licensing information, and other sources of information that are important if you are considering this career. Details on accredited programs are also provided as a service of the National Institutes of Health Science Works program.
Occupational Titles
Dietician
Nutritionist
Certified Dietary Manager
Chief Dietitian
Clinical Dietician
Clinical Dietitian
Community Dietitian
Consultant, Dietitian
Correctional Food Service Supervisor
Counselor, Diet
Diet Consultant
Diet Counselor
Diet Therapist
Dietary Manager
Dietetic Intern
Dietist
Food Adviser
Food Consultant
Nutritionist
Registered Dietician
Registered Dietitian
Research Dietitian
Supervisor, Food
Therapeutic Dietitian
Accredited Academic Programs
American Dietetic Association: Accredited or Approved Education ProgramsAccredited academic programs for preparing students as registered dieticians or dietetic technicians are available from these listings, including bachelor’s and graduate level programming. Post-bachelor’s internships and associate degree coursework are also part of this list of accredited programs.
Salary Levels
PayScale: Dietician or NutritionistsThe median salary by years of experience as a dietician or nutritionist is shown at the graph at this site. If you scroll down, you will find median salary by employer type, or find links to related information on salary by education, gender, and other categories.
Professional Organizations
American Dietetic AssociationA host of information on food and nutrition is available at this site, including career information, details on research and professional development. Access the student site, and you will be connected with a career toolbox, resume templates, and an education flowchart that shows you the pathway to becoming a registered dietician—from high school to professional registration. Answers to frequently asked career questions, an interactive salary worksheet, and details on internships are also offered to students.
Institute of Food TechnologistsFood science and technology are the study of biology, physical sciences, and engineering used to address the nature of food and the principles underlying food processing. A variety of professionals are interested in this organization’s activities, including dieticians and nutritionists. Find out what this organization offers in the way of publications, education, and career resources for the nutrition profession.
Job Opportunity Sources
American Dietetic Association Online Career CenterThe ADA Career Link offers information on jobs in the field of nutrition and dietetics, with opportunities as a dietician, nutritionist, dietetic technician, and chef or cook. Candidates can enter the portal and post a resume, perform a career search, and learn about the different possibilities in this field.
Licensing & Certification
Commission on Dietetic RegistrationCertification in dietetics is the focus of this organization, which provides online training courses free of charge at its site. The page has online information about exams, and links to state licensure details.
Publications
Journal of the American Dietetic AssociationThe current issue of the journal is available at the site, with the table of contents and article overview available at no cost.
Today’s DieticianWith a cover story, online current issue, an e-newsletter, podcasts, and article archive, this magazine provides a wealth of information on dietetics. You will also find current news in the field, links to important organizations, and ways to earn continuing education credits.
Online Forums & Blogs
DieticianCentral: Dietician ForumsGeneral topics, specialty areas, career talk, and student discussions are all included in this series of moderated discussions from Dietician Central.
Career Videos
YouTube: Dieticians and NutritionistsFind out what dieticians and nutritionists do in hospitals, public health settings, and doctors’ offices. You will also learn about the requirements and various job aspects, including meal planning, education, and the certification requirements for registered dieticians and nutritionists at this career description video.
YouTube: What is a Registered Dietician vs NutritionistFind out the difference between these two related careers and how they both help people lead healthier lifestyles by making better food choice decisions.
