Become a Nutritionist or Dietitian in California
On the right are links to specific information for those interested in Nutritionist
or Dietitian careers in the state of California:
California Nutritionist & Dietitian Employment Outlook
The California Labor Market Information Division reported that there were roughly 4,500
Registered Dietitians (RD) working in the State of California in 2005. This is up from
just 3,500 in 1993. Additionally, over 2,440 Dietetic Technicians (DTR) employed throughout
the state, up from 1,860 during this same time period. Growth from 1993 to 2005 was 24%
and 31% respectively, with a much higher rate of growth forecasted for the next decade.
Over the coming decade, the number of Registered Dietitians working in hospitals is forecasted
by the CDA to remain stable while those working in clinics, business, consulting or private
practice are expected to grow substantially. Expanding health care benefits and medical care
advancements will drive the demand for healthy nutritional research and information, in turn
creating a demand within the nutrition industry.
California Nutritionist Salary/Wages & Working Conditions
Registered Dietitians average a standard 40-hour week. However, this may vary depending on
the work environment. In the case of hospital or food service employment, Registered
Dietitians must expect to work irregular hours, depending on their patients or clients.
Most employers offer standard benefit packages, with those in the medical and healthcare
industries providing the most comprehensive coverage. California state employed RD's and
DTR's also have the most secure benefits.
A list of average starting salaries for California RD's and DTR's are available below:
| Entry Level RD - Associates |
$2,700 |
$32,400 |
| Entry Level RD - Bachelors |
$4,000 |
$48,000 |
| Entry Level DTR |
$3,000 |
$36,000 |
| CA State Employed RD |
$4,754 |
$57,048 |
Find degree programs, schools and jobs in major cities in California:
Anaheim,
Azusa,
Berkeley,
Beverly Hills,
Chico,
Claremont,
Compton,
Davis,
Irvine,
Laguna Beach,
Long Beach,
Los Angeles,
Orange County,
Pasadena,
Pomona,
Riverside,
Sacramento,
San Diego,
San Francisco,
San Jose,
San Luis Obispo,
San Marcos,
Santa Barbara,
Santa Clara,
Santa Cruz,
Santa Monica,
Whittier.
California Nutritionist/Nutrition Degrees
Schools offering both online and campus-based education programs in California:
Kaplan University
Programs: BS in Health Science, BS in Heath and Wellness, BS in Nutrition Science
South University
Programs: Associate of Science in Allied Health Science, Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
California College San DiegoCampuses: San Diego | National City
Program: Bachelor of Science Completion in Health Science (Online)
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