Nutritionist

MichelleTCA Date of Last Update: April 7, 2010


 * Nutritionist**: Plan food and nutrition programs, and supervise the preparation and serving of meals. They help prevent and treat illnesses by promoting healthy eating habits and suggesting diet modifications.


 * The Best Part of this career** is working with people who are struggling because of poor nutrition and are willing to make changes in order to become more healthy. It is a thrill to see people become healthier because of changes in their diet and to work with people who are eager to make an effort toward this final goal.


 * The Worst Part of this career** is working with people who are extremely unhealty and uninspired to make any effort to become healthier.


 * Educational Requirements**: Bachelor’s Degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, food service systems management, or a related area.


 * Other Requirements**: Some States Require Licensure and Certification

Median annual earnings of nutritionists were $46,980 in 2006 - Outpatient care centers: $49,950 - General medical and surgical hospitals: $47,320 - State government: $46,690 - Nursing care facilities: $46,660 - Local government: $43,250
 * Salary**:

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 * Recommended Schools:** Columbia University, Brooklyn College, George Mason University

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, //Dietitians and Nutritionists//


 * Interview**

100 Franklin St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Outlook for the profession for the future: The field of nutrition is developing greatly in the area of prevention, formerly nutrition was usually looked at once the individual had developed bad habits; because there is a huge problem with obesity in the United States it is become more common for dietitians to be involved in the prevention of obesity.Nutrition is also a developing field as the population increases in age and more people live to an older age. They need more care as they get older.
 * Name**: Dawn Mahaco
 * Contact Information:** (914) 454-4100 (The Pines at Poughkeepsie)
 * Date of Interview:** March 10,2010
 * Title**: Dietitian
 * Employer:** The Pines at Poughkeepsie
 * Recommended Educational/Training Path:** four-ear school for bachelor's degree followed by a one-year internship
 * Most Valuable Skill for the Job:**Concern for the patients you are dealing with