Nutritionist and Dietitian Programs in New Mexico

Becoming a licensed dietitian or nutritionist or even nutritional assistant in New Mexico might take less time than you thought. The information listed here may be useful in finding helpful tips on dietitian & dietitian programs in the state.

New Mexico Nutritionist Salary and Employment Outlook

The BLS reports May 2012, dietitians and nutritionists in New Mexico earned a mean annual wage of $51,520 (BLS.gov/oes, 2013). In that year, New Mexico nutritionists and dietitians in Albuquerque and La Cruces earned an annual mean wage of $53,710 and $46,720, respectively.

New Mexico Nutritionist and Registered Dietitian Requirements

The Commission on Dietetic Registration reports that New Mexico requires dietitians and nutritionists and nutrition associates in the state to become licensed in order to practice.The New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department can be reached at:

New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department
Toney Anaya Building
2550 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-4500

Or

New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department
5200 Oakland Avenue NE,
Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 476-4500

Mailing Address:
New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department
Attention: Nutrition and Dietetics Practice Board
PO Box 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87504

Sources:
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2012-13 Edition, Dietitians and Nutritionists, 2012,
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment Statistics, New Mexico, 2013,
New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions, Nutrition and Dietetics: FAQ
New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department, Boards and Commissions, Nutrition and Dietetics: Overview.