Our society is becoming increasingly more aware of our health and the role nutrition plays in our overall well being. An online nutrition degree can give you the knowledge to plan food and nutrition programs, so that you can promote healthy living and disease prevention from the individual to the public level. Nutritionists can work as private consultants or in hospitals, community centers or other large facilities, managing and preparing meal plans for their specific client or clients.

Education Requirements

An online bachelor’s degree or master’s in Nutrition is the standard level of education required for those seeking a career as a Nutritionist. Certain states have licensing requirements and there is a certification credential that could potentially further your career in Nutrition.

Job Outlook

Interest in health and nutrition plus an increased emphasis on preventive health care and a large aging population will continue to create job growth for nutritionists in the coming years. Job opportunities will be best for those who have the most training, education and certifications.

Nutrition Salary Information

The median annual earnings for nutritionists in May 2006 were $46,980. In general, larger facilities such as hospitals offer the highest salaries to Nutritionists.

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