I am currently a sophmore at my university and i have narrowed it down to clinical lab science or dietetics...Which do u think would be the better path or career to choose?
2006-08-26 08:33:50 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Those are two really great majors and both fields are very rewarding. For the most part, the average salaries for each field are very similar. The fields are growing very fast and it should be very easy to find jobs after graduation.
Clinical Lab Science has a lot of job opportunities. You could do testing on blood, tissue samples, dna, urine, bones, etc. If you like working alone and don't enjoy interacting with patients as much, this field may be better for you. This is because you will mostly be working in a lab with only a few other scientists. You will rarely, if ever see the actual patient.
Dietetics is becoming a more popular major. As more and more people experience obesity, diabetes, and other diet related conditions, this job will continue to grow. Dietitians can work directly with clients in hospitals, schools, athletics, gyms, training centers, etc. If you like working with patients and clients, this might be a good route for you.
2006-08-26 10:30:28 · answer #1 · answered by smm_8514 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clinical lab science. More opportunities, and you can always focus on dietetics within that field.
As a general rule, always go with the more technical science degree. It's easy to pick up softer science credits later if you want to.
2006-08-26 08:37:20 · answer #2 · answered by Catspaw 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's all up to you. Maybe you should job shadow or do an internship of both types of careers. Then you might gain a better understanding of which works for you. If I had to choose, I would do dietetics, but it's all about YOU. You can ask us all you want, but ultimately you are the one who has to live with the choice.
2006-08-26 08:37:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
With the baby boomers entering their 60's - anything to do with dietetics, physical therapy, geriatric nursing, etc. will be in high demand. Money may be better in clinical lab - but I am not sure about long term predictions of demand. Check with your advisor and see what they think.
2006-08-26 08:42:13 · answer #4 · answered by arkiemom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clinical lab science will probably be more marketable of a skill when it comes time to find a job. But either choice would be pretty good.
2006-08-26 08:52:49 · answer #5 · answered by Etiquette Gal 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You seem like you could have a number of quality traits for both fields. Established on what you're saying, it seems like you need to do some self-discipline concerning drawback solving. Unfortunately, you simply ought to determine it out by way of attempting out new matters. You might are attempting one of a kind types of engineering. Or maybe are trying related fields such as architecture. There are a variety of fields in trade wherein you challenge remedy and use one of a kind procedures that could be of curiosity, despite the fact that you look to be extra technical minded. Most likely, engineering and business are a just right combo mainly from a monetary standpoint. I do know many triumphant individuals who did their undergraduate reviews in engineering and later their MBA, and they are doing extremely good right now. Just don't forget not to do it, given that of prestige, however on account that you rather revel in it. Otherwise, it will be elaborate to be stimulated to do good in the area.
2016-08-09 12:40:31 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, only you know what you are passionate about. I know the way I am dealing with the problem you have is just double majoring. Yeah, it's a lot more work, but I didn't want to have to choose between English and Political Science.
2006-08-26 08:36:16 · answer #7 · answered by Samantha 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on you skills and interests. What do you see yourself doing in 10-15 years? Do you want to maximize the money you may make or is job satisfaction more important? No one can decide for you, that's the curse in living in a free to choose society.
2006-08-26 08:40:25 · answer #8 · answered by gary o 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are the only person that can make a choice like that about where you want your life to go . I suggest that you look in to your heart and ask your self what will make you happy in your own heart . Don't worry about what others will think do what you know is right for you . Always follow your intuition in all things you do in life and you will never fail in anything you do for your self or others.
2006-08-26 08:53:40 · answer #9 · answered by Robert H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clinical lab science becuase you earn more money that way.
2006-08-26 08:35:01 · answer #10 · answered by mathura529@sbcglobal.net 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋