Preparation
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Preparation zone | Zone 3 – Medium preparation needed |
| What O*NET says the zone requires | Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required |
| Broad occupation in O*NET | True (Yes) |
| Skills listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Abilities listed for this occupation | 6 |
| Tasks listed for this occupation | 5 |
| Interest scores given for this occupation | 6 |
Skills
The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Skill | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 2.A.1.d | 3.38 | 08/2021 |
| Active Listening | 2.A.1.b | 3.25 | 08/2021 |
| Active Learning | 2.A.2.b | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.B.2.i | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
| Critical Thinking | 2.A.2.a | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
| Instructing | 2.B.1.e | 3.12 | 08/2021 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Abilities
The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.
| Ability | O*NET element | Importance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Comprehension | 1.A.1.a.1 | 3.75 | 08/2021 |
| Oral Expression | 1.A.1.a.3 | 3.75 | 08/2021 |
| Deductive Reasoning | 1.A.1.b.4 | 3.5 | 08/2021 |
| Inductive Reasoning | 1.A.1.b.5 | 3.25 | 08/2021 |
| Near Vision | 1.A.4.a.1 | 3.25 | 08/2021 |
| Problem Sensitivity | 1.A.1.b.3 | 3.25 | 08/2021 |
The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.
Tasks
The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.
| Task | Type | Incumbents responding | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician. | Core | 48 | 08/2021 |
| Conduct nutritional assessments of individuals, including obtaining and evaluating individuals' dietary histories, to plan nutritional programs. | Core | 48 | 08/2021 |
| Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities. | Core | 49 | 08/2021 |
| Supervise food production or service or assist dietitians or nutritionists in food service supervision or planning. | Core | 48 | 08/2021 |
| Plan menus or diets or guide individuals or families in food selection, preparation, or menu planning, based upon nutritional needs and established guidelines. | Core | 47 | 08/2021 |
Work interests
The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.
| Interest | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Social | 5.34 | 11/2023 |
| Realistic | 3.84 | 11/2023 |
| Conventional | 3.68 | 11/2023 |
| Investigative | 3.46 | 11/2023 |
| Enterprising | 2.46 | 11/2023 |
| Artistic | 2.45 | 11/2023 |