Dietetic Technicians
SOC Code: 29-2051
Dietetic Technicianss observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 79.0/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Monitoring, Service Orientation, Speaking.
AI-Proof Score: 79.0 — High
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Median Salary
$37,040
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Job Growth
2.5%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Monitoring
- •Service Orientation
- •Speaking
- •Active Listening
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Writing
Common Tasks
- ✓Observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician.
- ✓Conduct nutritional assessments of individuals, including obtaining and evaluating individuals' dietary histories, to plan nutritional programs.
- ✓Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.
- ✓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.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation