Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Dietician/Nutritionist

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Explore the difference between a dietician and a nutritionist and then examine how these professionals serve the community. A PowerPoint presentation and accompanying worksheet are provided to teach this career exploration material. A...
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Dietitians and Nutritionists

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough introduction to the careers of dietitians and nutritionists, including job market outlook and salary data.
Handout
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Dietitian or Nutritionist

For Students 9th - 10th
This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become a dietician, as well as the education and job description. Included are interviews with people who have pursued this career. Try out some aspects of this career by...
Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Dietitians and Nutritionists

For Students 9th - 10th
This resouced describes the nature of work, working conditions, training, job outlook, earnings, and employment possibilities for dietitians and nutritionists.
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South Carolina Educational Television

Kids Work! Real People: Dietitian

For Students 3rd - 8th
Interview with a dietitian in which she answers questions about her work, qualifications, and other career-related issues.
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Princeton Review

Princeton Review Career Profile: Nutritionist

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a pretty complete career profile for people considering becoming a nutritionist. Discusses the different steps (college, internships, work partners, possible employment oppurtunities). Plenty of resources. This page didn't need...