Assist dietitians in the provision of food service and nutritional programs. Under the supervision of dietitians, may plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.
Top Industries of Employment
| Area |
Employment** Total |
Hourly Wage | Annual | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean | Entry | Experienced | Mean | Entry | Experienced | ||
| Missouri | 780 | 9.17 | 7.19 | 10.16 | 19,080 | 14,950 | 21,140 |
| Columbia MSA | 40 | 8.28 | 6.15 | 9.34 | 17,210 | 12,780 | 19,430 |
| Springfield MSA | 70 | 9.84 | 7.69 | 10.92 | 20,470 | 16,000 | 22,710 |
| St Louis MSA | 450 | 9.13 | 7.01 | 10.19 | 18,990 | 14,570 | 21,200 |
| Kansas City* | 100 | 10.56 | 8.63 | 11.53 | 21,973 | 17,950 | 23,985 |
| Central Region* | 70 | 8.50 | 6.17 | 9.67 | 17,683 | 12,840 | 20,104 |
| Ozark Region* | 90 | 9.82 | 7.66 | 10.90 | 20,422 | 15,940 | 22,663 |
| St. Louis City* | 100 | 10.01 | 7.44 | 11.30 | 20,824 | 15,477 | 23,498 |
| Area | Employment ** | Change 2000-2010 |
Annual Avg Openings |
Long-term Outlook |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Estimated | 2010 Projected | Number | Percent | |||
| Missouri | 870 | 1,050 | 180 | 20.69 | 40 | Good |
| Kansas City MSA | 100 | 120 | 20 | 20.00 | 6 | Caution |
| St Louis MSA | 450 | 540 | 90 | 20.00 | 22 | Good |
| Central Region* | 60 | 70 | 10 | 16.67 | 3 | Good |
| Ozark Region* | 110 | 160 | 50 | 45.45 | 8 | Great |
| Southwest Region* | 40 | 60 | 20 | 50.00 | 3 | Good |
* - Workforce Investment Areas
** - Why are the employment levels different for the same occupation?
This Occupation generally requires Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)
or training in one of the following
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Nutrition Sciences
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Dietitian Assistant