Occupational Information Center
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Occupational Summary for Dietitians And Nutritionists
(29-1031)
Oregon Statewide
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| Description: Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research. |
| Employment Projections |
| Region |
Employment |
Projected Annual Openings |
| 2006 |
2016 |
Growth |
Replacement |
Total |
| Oregon Statewide |
484 |
587 |
10 |
14 |
24 |
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Wages
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| Region |
----- 2009 Wages ----- |
| Median Hourly |
Avg
Annual |
Middle Range |
| Oregon Statewide |
$27.83 |
$56,725 |
$22.90 - 32.02 |
Industries of Employment
private sector only
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| Industry |
2006
Employment |
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Total, All Industries
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484 |
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Health Care and Social Assistance
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299 |
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Accommodation and Food Services
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18 |
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Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
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11 |
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Statewide Employment Analysis
2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow somewhat faster than the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the statewide average. Reasonable, but limited, employment opportunities exist for trained workers. Educational Requirements
Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a bachelor's degree and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
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