Dietetic Technicians
What Dietetic technicians Do
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.
Dietetic technician Salaries
- 2020 employment: 26,800
- May 2021 median annual wage: $29,520
Job Outlook for Dietetic technicians
Projected employment change, 2020-30:
- Number of new jobs: 2,000
- Growth rate: 7 percent (As fast as average)
How to Become a Dietetic technician
Education and training:
- Typical entry-level education: Associate's degree
- Work experience in a related occupation: None
- Typical on-the-job training: None
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*Some content used by permission of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.