Major:
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies Major

Description: A general program that focuses on the role of foods and nutrition in human health and wellness. Includes instruction in nutritional care and education, the planning and provision of food services, the development of consumable food products, life-span nutrition and wellness, the principles of nutritional assessment, and food safety and food composition.

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Salary Info:


MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE: $54,340
MEDIAN HOURLY WAGE: $26.13*

TOTAL EMPLOYEED NATIONALLY: 53,510

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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What jobs and careers are associated to a major in Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies?

•Dietetic Technicians

•Dietitians and Nutritionists

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