Major Overview for Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)

Colleges Browse Louisiana Majors Health professions and related clinical sciences Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)

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. Dietetic Technicians - $27,580 Dietitians and Nutritionists - $51,470

Top 4 Louisiana Colleges with the highest percentage of Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

Add	Info	College Name	Degrees Awarded/ Percentage	Selectivity	Tuition
		Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA	13 (1.8%)
		Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA	14 (1.0%)
		Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA	41 (0.9%)
	Free College Scholarship's $10,000 Drawing Next Deadline: February 20
		University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA	9 (0.4%)
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.