The objective of the present study was to elucidate the current functions of nutrition teachers and those who have been certified as nutrition teachers but are currently working as dietitian for school lunch program, as well as the future role of nutrition teachers. A survey was conducted in July and August 2008 on 329 individuals who had attended the 2004 seminar for certification of nutrition teachers (hosted by Kagawa Nutrition University) as well as 509 individuals who had attended the 2005, 2006, and 2007 seminars (hosted by the Saitama Prefecture Board of Education). The results were as follows.

1. Both nutrition teachers and dietitian for school lunch program smoothly performed related to provision of school lunches and dietary guidance. In order to further facilitate these functions, it is necessary to promote cooperation with homeroom teachers and other teachers.

2. Cooperation with school nurses and home economics teachers is essential for implementing individualized guidance for students.

3. It necessary to clarify the expertise of nutrition teachers.

4. Nutrition teachers may be expected in the future to enhance dietary guidance by cooperating with specialists outside of school as well as students’ families.