ANZSCO 1.3 occupation

Dietitian: ANZSCO code 251111

Dietitian is occupation 251111 in ANZSCO 1.3, the classification Immigration New Zealand uses for most work visas and every Skilled Migrant Category application. It sits at ANZSCO skill level 1, in unit group 2511 Nutrition Professionals.

ANZSCO code: 251111
Skill level: 1
Unit group: 2511 Nutrition Professionals
Green List: Yes, Tier 1 (named roles)

Dietitian: qualifications and experience required in New Zealand

ANZSCO places this occupation at skill level 1. For New Zealand, ANZSCO describes the qualifications and experience as:

Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required in New Zealand.

Under the National Occupation List, code 251111 is "Dietitian" at NOL skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (NZQCF Level 7-10/NOL Skill Level 1).

A skill level describes the occupation, not you. Immigration New Zealand matches a job to the single closest occupation, and the skill level comes from that occupation; more experience does not move an occupation to a higher level.

What does a dietitian do?

Applies the science of human nutrition to help people understand the relationship between food and health and make appropriate dietary choices to attain and maintain health, and to prevent and treat illness and disease. Registration or licensing is required in New Zealand.

Tasks for unit group 2511 Nutrition Professionals include:

Planning diets and menus, and instructing people on the requirements and importance of diet and on the planning and preparation of food
Collecting, organising and assessing data relating to health and nutritional status of individuals, groups and communities
Interpreting and communicating scientific information and providing advice, education and professional opinion to individuals, groups and communities
Monitoring food intake and quality to provide nutritional care
Calculating nutritional values of food served
Planning, conducting and evaluating nutrition intervention programs and compiling educational material
Providing nutrition assessments, nutrition management, and nutrition education, research and training
Consulting with other Health Professionals and related workers to manage the dietary and nutritional needs of patients

Other job titles under ANZSCO 251111

Alternative titles and specialisations from ANZSCO, and job titles Stats NZ lists under the same code:

Clinical Dietitian
Community Dietitian
Dietician
Hospital Dietician
Hospital Dietitian
Public Health Dietitian
Health Adviser (Nutrition)

What skill level 1 means for New Zealand visas

Visa rule	For this occupation	More
Accredited Employer Work Visa: longest visa	Up to 5 years for skill level 1 to 3 roles.	AEWV guide
AEWV: evidence of English	Not required for skill level 1 and 2 roles.	AEWV guide
Supporting a partner's visa	The skill level 1 to 3 wage threshold applies.	Partner of a Worker
Skilled Migrant Category: Skilled Work Experience pathway	Open to skill level 1 to 3 occupations, with work experience and pay requirements.	Skilled Work Experience pathway
SMC red and amber lists	Not on either list.	INZ's lists
SMC Trades and Technician pathway	Not on INZ's list of eligible occupations.	INZ's list
Green List	Dietician: Tier 1 (Straight to Residence). Only the named role qualifies, with INZ's qualification, registration or experience requirements for it.	Green List guide

Rules as published by Immigration New Zealand. Lists synced 31 October 2026. Each visa has further requirements beyond skill level, including pay and work experience.

National Occupation List occupations for ANZSCO 251111

Stats NZ's National Occupation List is gradually replacing ANZSCO. These NOL occupations map to ANZSCO 251111. Immigration New Zealand accepts a NOL code only for an AEWV or job check, and only for occupations on its published list; for any other visa, use the ANZSCO code.

NOL code	NOL occupation	NOL skill level	INZ accepts for an AEWV
251111	Dietitian	1	Not yet

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Dietitian?

Dietitian is ANZSCO 1.3 occupation 251111, in unit group 2511 Nutrition Professionals. Immigration New Zealand uses ANZSCO 1.3 for most work visa applications and all Skilled Migrant Category applications.

What skill level is Dietitian?

ANZSCO skill level 1, where 1 is the most skilled and 5 the least. Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required in New Zealand.

Is Dietitian on the Green List?

Yes. Immigration New Zealand lists Dietician (Tier 1) under ANZSCO 251111. Only the named role qualifies, and INZ sets qualification, registration or experience requirements for it.

Sources: ANZSCO version 1.3, Australian Bureau of Statistics, CC BY 4.0, synced 31 October 2026; National Occupation List V3.0.0, Stats NZ, CC BY 4.0, synced 1 November 2026; Immigration New Zealand occupation lists, synced 31 October 2026. This page reproduces published classifications and Immigration New Zealand's lists. It is general information, not immigration advice. ProVisas is a licensed New Zealand immigration advisory firm (IAA Licence 201301110).