Nutritionists/Dietitians in health care work in...

· hospitals
· nursing stations
· community health centres
· medical clinics
· home care centres
· public health departments
· private clinics

They help patients and clients of all ages, who may have health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer or AIDS.

As a health professional, nutritionists/dietitians are involved in...

· assessment of nutritional needs
· development of nutrition care plans
· nutritional counseling and follow up

Working closely with the local people, nutritionists/dietitians may be responsible for organizing community activities such as...

· promoting a healthy pregnancy
· increasing diabetes awareness
· developing disease prevention programs and support groups
· educating school children
· assisting elders to eat well

Nutritionists/Dietitians Working in Industry

Nutritionists/Dietitians in industry may work in...

· catering
· food manufacturing
· supermarkets
· nutrition supplement companies

They are involved with...

· food service management
· development of new products
· promotion and sales of food products and supplements

Nutritionists/Dietitians may have an administrative role. Their responsibilities include ordering, inventory control, budgeting, personnel hiring, training and supervision.