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i have done Msc andMphil in homescience (food and nutrition) and Bed also. do i need to give tet/tat or i can be exempted from this test to apply for a job if not then what will be the syllabus for my subject.

After M.Sc and M.Phil in Home Science with B.Ed, You are required to apply for entrance exam TET or CTET to become a teacher in home science field. You can also appear the UGC NET and become a Lecturer/Professor in the field of Home Science.

Syllabus of Entrance
- Food Science
- Nutrition Science
- Home Science Education
- Institutional Management
- Textiles and Clothing
- Resource Management
- Human Development
- Methods of Research

Career Prospects
After M.Sc (Food and Nutrition), You can find the jobs in various sectors such as Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Food Manufacturing Firms, Nutrition Education Institutes, Fitness Centres, NGOs and Pharmaceutical Industries.

Job Types
- Dietician
- Nutritionist
- Preserving Supervisor
- Quality Manager
- Columnist
- Article Writer
- Teacher/Professor

Salary
It depends on some factors such as Your Knowledge, Job Profile, Job Location and Employer etc. In starting, You can earn at least Rs.12,000/- to Rs.15,000/- per month as a dietician or nutritionist. After gaining some experience and practical knowledge, You can earn more than Rs.30,000/- per month.