Other dietitians leave the occupation and become sales representatives for equipment or food manufacturers. Job Outlook Employment of dietitians is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations through the year 2005 as demand grows for meals and nutritional counseling in nursing homes, schools, prisons, community health programs, home health care agencies, diet workshops, and health clubs. Public interest in nutrition and the emphasis on health education and prudent lifestyles will add to the demand. Many job openings will also result from the need to replace experienced workers who leave the occupation. Management and self-employed dietitians earned more than clinical and community dietitians.
Salaries also vary by educational level, geographic region, and size of community.
Related Occupations Dietitians and nutritionists apply the principles of nutrition in a variety of situations. Workers with duties similar to those of administrative dietitians include home economists and food service managers. Nurses and health educators often provide services related to those of community dietitians. These files are in the public domain and may be freely reproduced.