Career Opportunities with a Major in Human Nutrition

Kathleen is a Registered Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. After a successful internship with the hospital while at Villanova, Kathleen started working full-time after graduating. She encourages interested students to not learn just the technical aspects, but to really hone their interpersonal skills. Bonding and communicating with patients and their families is a large part of her 12-hour day.

Many jobs require a college educated individual. College graduates can use their education in a wide variety of occupations.

Nutritionists provide guidance for individuals and groups on proper nutritional practices that benefit health and help prevent disease. Nutritionists advise people on proper nutrition and how essential it is to the health of the human body. The need for nutritionists is fair but with more education the potential jobs increase. Nutritionists work in hospitals, nursing homes, extended-care centers, clinics, health clubs, weight-loss organizations, and sport training camps. There are many entrepreneurial opportunities with this degree as well. Registered dietitians are nutritionists who have met specific coursework requirements and a supervised practice experience. Registered dietitian status increases job opportunities.

Skills Related to Human Nutrition

Good communication skills
Teaching skills
A desire to help people
Interest in food science
Belief in the value of proper nutrition
Positive attitude about physical fitness and wellness
Planning, instructing, and record keeping skills
Organizational and management skills

Potential Careers Related to Human Nutrition

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The following list is a representative sample of job titles for individuals with a Nutrition major. The list represents some, but certainly not all, careers which Nutrition majors may consider.

Some of these jobs also require education beyond a bachelor's degree.

Dietitian	Nutritionist	Community Nutrionist
Biomedical Scientist	Restaurant Manager	Caterer
Quality Assurance Specialist	Food Scientist	Food Inspector
Food Technologist	Food Plant Manager	Food Service Manager
Sports Nutritionist	Health and Fitness Educator	Cooperative Extension Specialist

Professional Organizations in This Field

American Dietetic Association

http://www.eatright.org/
American Nutrition Association

http://americannutritionassociation.org/
American Public Health Association

http://www.apha.org/
American Society for Nutrition

http://www.nutrition.org/
Colorado Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

http://www.eatrightcolorado.org/
The Commission on Dietitian Registration

http://www.cdrnet.org
Denver Dietetic Association

http://www.eatrightdenver.org/
National Association of Nutrition Professionals

http://www.nanp.org

Websites Related to Human Nutrition

The above information is collected from alumni surveys of numerous colleges, professional associations, and multiple print and online resources.

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