Where can I go with a Dietetics degree? Where do dietitians/nutritionists work?
• As a clinical nutritionist/counsellor in health care settings (42%, OPDQ 2000) • in medical or surgical units • in nephrology, endocrinology and gastroenterology • in oncology and immunology • in geriatrics, etc. You will assess the nutritional health of individuals and plan, implement and evaluate nutrition interventions as a member of the health care team. • As a food service manager (9.6% , OPDQ 2000) • in residential centres, hospitals, seniors’ homes, prisons and schools • in sports centres, cafeterias and companies Organizing and managing the food system, from planning food purchase standards and nutritionally adequate menus to staff education, budget management and marketing will challenge your time and personnel management skills. • As a community nutritionist (10.3%, OPDQ 2000) • in a CLSC, school board, health club • in community clinics • in international settings Teaching individuals and groups about meeting their specific nutrient needs and monitoring their nutrition wel
