Dietitian
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Dietitians and Registered Dietitians
- Minor : Dietitians
Summary
A professional who provides dietary guidance and management tailored to individual health conditions and lifestyles, supporting a nutritionally balanced diet.
Description
Dietitians use knowledge of nutrition science to analyze the nutritional components of meals, and are responsible for creating and adjusting menus aimed at maintaining and improving health or preventing diseases. They work in hospitals, school lunches, welfare facilities, corporate health management departments, etc., handling a wide range of tasks such as nutritional counseling and food education for individuals or groups, food hygiene management, and guidance for cooking staff. After obtaining national qualifications, they can accumulate on-site experience, advance to registered dietitian, or build a career as a nutrition management supervisor in facilities.
Future Outlook
With the aging society and increasing interest in preventing lifestyle-related diseases, demand is steadily increasing. Expansion of remote nutrition counseling using ICT and personalized nutrition services is expected.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Corporate Health Management / Freelance / Hospital Work / School Lunch Preparation / Welfare Facilities
Career Path
New Dietitian → Experienced Dietitian → Senior Dietitian → Registered Dietitian → Facility Nutrition Management Supervisor
Required Skills
Communication Skills (Nutrition Counseling) / Food Hygiene Management / Menu Creation / Nutritional Assessment
Recommended Skills
Health Management Support / Nutrition Education Program Design / Nutrition Management System Operation / Reading English Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately grasp subtle differences in food components and hygiene management. |
| Communication Skills | To appropriately communicate with users and stakeholders, understand living conditions, and provide guidance. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because calculation of nutrients and quantitative analysis using food composition tables are important. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and manage menus considering nutritional balance, budget, and cooking processes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor work with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Dietitian
- Registered Dietitian
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