Navy
MEDICAL
Subspecialty
Officer Subspecialty
1876
Dietetics
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
Dietitians evaluate nutritional needs and create food and nutrition plans for health, disease management, and physical performance. They also counsel patients, monitor outcomes, and support clinical or institutional food service operations.
Core Skills
- nutrition assessment
- medical nutrition therapy
- therapeutic diet planning
- nutrition counseling
- performance nutrition
- food service program management
- nutrition outcome monitoring
- patient education
- clinical documentation
Common Certifications
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics
- Certified Nutrition Support Clinician
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
- Food Protection Manager Certification
- Basic Life Support
Civilian Career Paths
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- FOOD SERVICE
- CULINARY MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Food Protection Manager Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Certified Nutrition Support Clinician
Career Growth
- Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
- Certified Nutrition Support Clinician
- Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.