Registered Dietitian
Career Description
Registered dietitians (R.D.) are recognized as experts on food and nutrition. They promote and maintain health, prevent or treat illness and aid rehabilitation through nutrition education and diet intervention. There are many specific types of dietitians.
Annual Salary
| Entry: $34,840 | Mean: $42,744 | Experienced: $51,438 |
| Source: Kansas City Metropolitan Healthcare Council, 2006 Salary Data | ||
Hourly Wage
| Entry: $16.75 | Mean: $20.55 | Experienced: $24.73 |
| Source: Kansas City Metropolitan Healthcare Council, 2006 Salary Data | ||
Academic Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in nutrition or dietetics is required. Students may obtain a four-year degree that combines academic instruction with the necessary experience or may first earn a bachelor’s degree and then train in the field for one to two years. All programs must be approved and accredited by the American Dietetic Association.
Schools
KU School of Allied Health (Kansas City, Kan.)
913/588-5235
Massage Therapy Training Institute
816/523-9140
Nutrition Institute Of America
800/978-2674
University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg)
877/729-8266
Professional Associations
National
American Dietetic Association
Dietary Managers Association
State
Kansas City Dietetic Association
Missouri Dietetic Association
Missouri State Committee of Dietitians
