Cardiovascular Technicians can earn a median salary of $62,540 annually according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and this profession has been ranked #13 by U.S. News and World Report in its review of best healthcare support careers.
Students must complete a minimum of 120 units to receive the B.S. degree in Dietetics and Food Administration with an option in Nutrition and Dietetics. In addition to fulfilling general education requirements, a minimum of 40 units in Family and Consumer Sciences is required, 24 of which must be upper division (300-level or greater).
Typically, nutritionists only need a bachelor's degree related to food science or nutrition in order to practice, though most states require licensure or state registration as well. Common undergraduate majors for prospective nutritionists include food and nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics and food service systems management.