A degree in dietetic technology enables graduates to work as assistants to dietitians in food services and nutritional programs. Dietetic technicians generally work under dietitians and plan or produce meals according to established guidelines. They may also counsel individuals or teach the principles of food and nutrition. The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to dietetic technology majors. Some will require additional education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220.Administrative Dietitian Clinical Dietitian Community Dietitian Consulting Dietitian Dietitian Dietetic Technician Food Management TechnicianFood Service Director Home Health Care Aide Nurse NutritionistPersonal Trainer Public Health Nutritionist Research/Education Dietitian Sports Nutritionist Teaching Dietitian
Resources Available in the Career Center, Lucina 220:
Career Opportunities in Health Care (HEAL 2)Careers in Focus: Medical Technicians (HEAL 34)College Majors Handbook (MAJ 6)Exploring Health Care Careers (HEAL 8)Occupational Outlook Handbook (JS JO 20)Opportunities in Health and Medical Careers (HEAL 26)Opportunities in Nutrition Careers (HEAL 40)
Websites:
BSU Dept. of Family and Consumer Sciences: http://www.bsu.edu/fcs Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center) America’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.orgEmployment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.htmlIndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.aspInternships.com Internships USA.comVault Career InsiderO*NET: http://online.onetcenter.orgOccupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.comVolunteer Match: http://www.volunteermatch.org