Very recently I've come across this word called 'passion' increasingly being used in the context of work. Although, it seems to be more pertinent to the topic of sex or violence, I just do not seem to understand the reason why people consider it to be appropriate.
However, it does amuse me that people would use it… and I'd just repeat making that quote marks in the air. What's a boy to do?
Anyways, almost always when one looks to do what they want to do with their lives, the money component cannot be ignored, and while the best advice that you can give someone is to follow their heart, sometimes it's best that they used their head in doing so.
Whether you are looking to make your mark in a profession that is related to the sciences, arts or even commerce, the first thing you think about is whether or not you like. Too many fools are too busy spending their time working at dead end jobs and wondering why they're not happy!
Yet there are some people who do find fulfillment in their careers, and perhaps one reason why this happens is because it enriches other people's lives.
Take for example the role of a teacher, a doctor or even a nutritionist who works to help people improve their diet. And the best part of it all is the fact that not only are these professions good for the soul but the one which deals with nutrition offers you a good paycheck as well.
The Role of a Nutrionist
While the role, as the name suggests, has a lot to do with nutrients and their relationships with disease, health and the body, it has been acknowledged that this role does not require much education as opposed to the dietitian who specializes in this field in order to help patients with their nutritional needs.
Since the role of the dietitian is more medicinal in nature while the nutritionist just works with people who are healthy to improve their diet, the former is always given more importance. But there's no doubt that the latter also counts in the scheme of things as well.
When it comes to the education involved, several universities offer a four years bachelor's degree after which one becomes a registered dietitian, and if that's not enough, some states consider a nutritionist and a dietitian to be one and the same.
Now once you are done with college, there are several roles that a nutritionist/ dietitian can play especially in aiding people who need assistance with their diet.
Some of these roles are clinical, community, management and consultant dietitians, and since there is growing demand for people who are qualified with a graduate's degree in this area, you can expect a decent if not an excellent paycheck in carrying out roles such as these.
The Salary of a Nutritionist
Some of the factors that determines the salary of a nutritionist are geographical region, experience and education, and according to a report compiled in 2007, here are some average figures:
1) Consultation and Business – $60,008
2) Food and nutrition management – $64,002
3) Nutrition education and research – $66,061
4) Clinical nutrition/ambulatory care – $52,000
5) Clinical nutrition/long-term care – $53,997
6) Community nutrition – $48,006
7) Clinical nutrition/acute care – $48,984
In Closing
And if you are passionate to work in this field, you'll find that the jingle of the extra change in your pocket doesn't hurt your self-esteem either.
