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Nutritionist

ANZSCO 251112

Employed

1,200

Part-time share

63%

Female share

88%

Median age

38 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Nutritionists integrate, disseminate and apply knowledge drawn from the relevant sciences to enhance positive effects of food on the health and well-being of human populations.

What they typically do

  • Plans diets and menus, and instructs people on the requirements and importance of diet and on the planning and preparation of food.
  • Supervises the preparation and serving of meals.
  • Collects, organises and assesses data relating to health and nutritional status of individuals, groups and communities.
  • Monitors food intake and quality to provide nutritional care.
  • Calculates nutritional values of food served.
  • Plans, conducts and evaluates nutrition intervention programs and compiles educational material.
  • Provides nutrition assessments, nutrition management, and nutrition education, research and training.
  • Consults with other health professionals and related workers to manage the dietary and nutritional needs of patients.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
36.9%
QLD
22.6%
VIC
21.7%
WA
9.6%
SA
5.1%
ACT
2%
TAS
1.3%
NT
0.7%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Nutritionist.