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Dietetic Technicians

Median Salary
36,520
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

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Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$19,690

10%

$36,520

Median

$50,760

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Associate's degree

    34%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    26%

  • Some college

    14%

  • Less than high school

    9%

  • High school

    7%

  • Bachelor's degree

    6%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Nutrition Sciences
  • Dietetics/Dietitian
  • Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
  • Dietetic Technician
  • Dietitian Assistant

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Education and Training
  • Administrative
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.