Also called: Genetics Dietitian, PKU Dietitian
Dietitian who manages special diets for people born with rare metabolic disorders.
Calculates an exact protein allowance for a baby with PKU, adjusts a formula that keeps toxic substances from building up in the brain, and works with genetics teams for years.
Estimate based on BLS dietitians and nutritionists.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Master's degree, about 6 years after high school. Master's degree (required for new RDs since 2024), supervised practice, and RDN exam.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school, Certification. Training cost: $60k – $150k.
Majors to look at: Nutrition & Dietetics.
Growing faster than average. Dietitians grow faster than average.
Low risk for 10 years. Software helps calculate exact protein limits; years of hands-on care for rare-disease families stay human.
Classes: AP Chemistry, AP Biology, Algebra II.
Official data: O*NET occupation 29-1031.
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