How to become dietetic technicianseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$37,640
25th–75th pct. $33,880–$45,750
Top pay (est.)
$70,200
Top 10% $54,020
Pay in 5 years
$43,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$50,800est.
$43,700–$59,000
Outlook score
50/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
35%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+2.7%
4,200 openings / yr
How to become dietetic technicians
Typical education
Associate's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Dietetic Technicians
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Identifying Objects, Actions, and EventsHandling and Moving ObjectsEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsAssisting and Caring for OthersMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeProviding Consultation and Advice to OthersOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Important abilities
Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionNear VisionDeductive ReasoningCategory FlexibilityFluency of Ideas
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as dietetic technicians
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.