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Overview for Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)

A program that prepares individuals to integrate and apply the principles of the food and nutrition sciences, human behavior, and the biomedical sciences to design and manage effective nutrition programs in a variety of settings. Includes instruction in human nutrition; nutrient metabolism; the role of foods and nutrition in health promotion and disease prevention; planning and directing food service activities; diet and nutrition analysis and planning; supervision of food storage and preparation; client education; and professional standards and regulations.

Careers for Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) Majors

A major in Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)

Top 3 Alabama Colleges with the highest percentage of Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage 		SelectivityTuition
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL		 40
(1.2%)		Moderately Selective$18,000 
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL		 2
(0.8%)		Moderately Selective$13,174 
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL		 2
(0.6%)		Moderately Selective$15,450 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.