As of June 2026, Dietetic Technicians has an AI-exposure score of 64/100 (High exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Dietetic Technicians

64/100
High exposure
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More exposed than 79% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$37,640. About 4,000 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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Role snapshot

What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

Common titles
Diet Tech (Dietetic Technician)Diet Technician Registered (DTR)Dietary AideNutrition TechnicianCook Chill Technician (CCT)Diet Assistant
O*NET job-zone preparation
Job Zone 3 · Medium Preparation Needed Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations.

Broad guidance for this preparation level; exact requirements vary by role and employer.

Skills and knowledge
SpeakingActive LearningCritical ThinkingMonitoringReading ComprehensionSocial Perceptiveness
Tools and technology
Microsoft Office softwareMEDITECH softwareMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint
Work context
Frequent contact with othersIndoor controlled settingFace-to-face discussionsDecision latitudeExternal customers

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Dietetic Technicians, SOC 29-2051.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Dietetic Technicians tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Select, schedule, or conduct orientation or in-service education programs.
  • Develop job specifications, job descriptions, or work schedules.
Augmentable
  • Observe and monitor patient food intake and body weight, and report changes, progress, and dietary problems to dietician.
  • Prepare a major meal, following recipes and determining group food quantities.
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Durable

No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as augmentable (85%).

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Dietitians and Nutritionists
80% skills overlap · Elevated exposure · ~US$76,400
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