student Success Statement
The answers to these questions will determine your success or failure:
1. Can people trust me to do what's right?
2. Am I committed to doing my very best?
3. Do I treat people the way I want to be treated?
If the answers to these questions are YES, there is no way you can fail."
~Lou Holtz

Dietetic Technician

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Dietetic Technicians assist dietitians in evaluating, organizing, and conducting nutrition services and programs for school, hospitals, and industry. They:

·         Gather and evaluate diet histories.

·         Assist in planning patient meals.

·         Provide nutritional counseling.

·         Conduct food service operations.

·         Oversee food preparation and service.

·         Maintain records.

·         Average salary: $16,000- $30,000

Educational Requirements:

Students wanting to become dietetic technicians should graduate from high school with a well-rounded program. High school business courses may prove helpful.

Dietetic technicians must complete a two-year Associate’s Degree program that is accepted by the American Dietetic Association. They must then pass a Commission on Dietetic Registration examination.

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