Dietetic Technicians
SOC Code: 29-2051 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Dietetic Technicians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $40,373 | $47,653 | $54,933 | $62,213 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $41,475 | $48,194 | $54,912 | $61,630 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $40,477 | $47,486 | $54,517 | $61,526 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $37,918 | $45,739 | $53,581 | $61,402 |
| Yuma, AZ | $36,962 | $44,886 | $52,832 | $60,757 |
| Tucson, AZ | $35,984 | $44,200 | $52,416 | $60,632 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $35,880 | $43,909 | $51,917 | $59,946 |
| Salinas, CA | $37,190 | $44,616 | $52,042 | $59,467 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $37,482 | $44,533 | $51,563 | $58,614 |
| Arizona nonmetropolitan area | $36,878 | $44,117 | $51,355 | $58,594 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3.4 | |
| Active Listening | 3.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Instructing | 3.1 | |
| Active Learning | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.8 |
| English Language | 4.5 |
| Education and Training | 4.2 |
| Mathematics | 4.0 |
| Public Safety and Security | 4.0 |
| Administration and Management | 3.9 |
| Food Production | 3.9 |
| Administrative | 3.8 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 34.6% |
| Some college | 26.9% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 14.6% |
| Less than high school | 9.7% |
| High school diploma | 7.5% |
| Bachelor's degree | 6.7% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.
- Analyze menus or recipes, standardize recipes, or test new products.
- Supervise food production or service or assist dietitians or nutritionists in food service supervision or planning.
- Plan menus or diets or guide individuals or families in food selection, preparation, or menu planning, based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines.
- Develop job specifications, job descriptions, or work schedules.
- Select, schedule, or conduct orientation or in-service education programs.
- Provide dietitians with assistance researching food, nutrition, or food service systems.
- Conduct nutritional assessments of individuals, including obtaining and evaluating individuals' dietary histories, to plan nutritional programs.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
MEDITECH software Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Appointment scheduling software Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro CBORD Nutrition Service Suite Computrition Nutrition Care Management NCM Select CyberSoft NutriBase Cybersoft Primero Software Suite Desktop publishing software DietMaster Systems Clinical Nutrition
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