I am arts student how to become certified nutritionist and what is the starting salary in future
Hello,
If you are an Arts student and want to become a certified nutritionist in India, here are the steps:
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Bachelor’s Degree : Join a B.Sc. or B.A. in Nutrition, Home Science, or Dietetics.
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Master’s Degree : After your bachelor’s, do an M.Sc. in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics.
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Internship : Complete a 6-month internship in a hospital or clinic.
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Certification Exam : Pass the Registered Dietitian (RD) exam conducted by the Indian Dietetic Association.
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Obtain License : After passing, you will get a professional licence to work as a nutritionist.
Starting Salary :
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Freshers: Rs. 2.5 to 4 lakh per year
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Experienced professionals: Rs. 6 to 12 lakh per year, depending on experience and city
In big cities, salaries can be higher due to more demand. Specialising in areas like sports nutrition or clinical dietetics can increase earnings.
Hope it helps !