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 to practice, though most states require licensure or state registration as well. Both on-campus and distance learning bachelor's degree programs in many areas of health and nutrition science are available.