BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE AND HEALTH EDUCATION
Programming
Disease Prevention
Community Outreach
Grant Writing
Fundraising
Volunteer Coordination
Social Marketing
Public Relations
Teaching
Assessment
Research
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- Local, state, and federal government
Nonprofit organizations such as:
- American Red Cross
- American Heart Association
- American Cancer Society
- American Lung Association
- Community mental health centers
- Local health departments
- Corporate wellness programs
- Fitness facilities
- Schools
- Colleges and universities
- Hospitals
- Research and development firms
- International health agencies
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Become familiar with grant writing techniques and
grant submission procedures.
Supplement curriculum with relevant coursework in
social work, sociology, psychology, English,
journalism, or public relations.
Volunteer to gain experience and develop expertise in
a particular area or organization.
Learn to work well with diverse populations.
Get credentialed as a Certified Health Education
Specialist (CHES).
Become involved in health programming on campus.
Obtain part-time or summer job with campus health
center or wellness coordinator.
Develop strong public speaking and presentation
skills.
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HEALTH POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION
Operations
Finance
Program Management
Human Resources
Information Technology
Marketing
Public Relations
Facilities
Patient Care
Provider Relations
Policy Analysis
Policy Development
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- Hospitals
- Health systems
- Clinics
- Medical groups
- Hospices
- Home health agencies
- Long-term care facilities
- Mental health facilities
- Health maintenance organizations (HMOs)
- Academic medical centers
- Public health departments
Government programs such as:
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Supplement undergraduate curriculum with courses in
business.
Earn a master’s degree in Public Health, Business, or
a related field.
Gain experience through internships and other work
experiences.
Develop strong computer and technology skills.
For positions in lobbying and legislation, some will earn a law degree.
Join related professional organizations and build a
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ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Air Quality
Food Protection
Radiation Protection
Solid Waste Management
Water Quality
Noise Control
Housing Quality
Vector Control
Risk Assessment
Management
Policy Development
Consulting
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Government agencies such as:
- CDC’s National Center for Environmental
Health
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
- Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
- Environmental Protection Agency
- Food and Drug Administration
- Local and state health departments
- Armed services
- Private research facilities
- Environmental agencies
- Consulting firms
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Plan to take courses in chemistry, biology, geology
and other related sciences.
Learn to work well with a team of other professionals
such as physicians, engineers, and scientists.
Read related journals to stay abreast of new trends
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EPIDEMIOLOGY
Research
Teaching
Program Design
Program Evaluation
Incident/Disease Investigation
Risk Assessment
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Local, state, and federal public health departments
Government agencies such as:
- National Institutes of Health
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Armed services
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- Private research foundations
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Nonprofit organizations
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Develop a solid background in the biological sciences
and mathematics.
Gain experience with research. Volunteer to assist
professors with research or apply for summer research programs.
Find a topic of interest and gain as much knowledge
and experience in that area.
Earn a master's or doctoral degree in public health,
epidemiology, microbiology, or a related field. |
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BIOSTATISTICS
Research Methodology
Data Analysis
Clinical trials
Teaching
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- Local, state, and federal government
- Public health departments
- Centers for Disease Control
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Biotechnology firms
- Nonprofit organizations
- Colleges and universities
- Research institutions
- Hospitals
- International health agencies
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Hone skills and interest in mathematics and statistics.
Develop strong computing and technology skills.
Get involved with research and gain as much
experience as possible. |
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INTERNATIONAL HEALTH
Social and Economic Development
Health Policy
Demography
Women’s Health
Children’s Health
Design of Healthcare Systems
Disease Prevention and Control
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International organizations such as:
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF)
- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
- World Bank
Bilateral government development agencies such as:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Public Health Service
- Office of International Health
- Peace Corps
Nonprofit organizations such as:
- International Red Cross
- CARE
- Doctors Without Borders
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Learn one or more foreign languages.
Study or intern abroad.
Learn to adapt to cultural and racial diversity.
Be willing to live and work in third world nations. |
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GENERAL INFORMATION
· Public health is a broad, multi-disciplinary field. Other specialties within public health include areas such as: women’s health, children’s
bioterrorism, gerontology, and veterinary public health.
· A bachelor’s degree opens the door for entry level opportunities in areas such as health education and promotion and environmental health.
· A master’s degree is typically required for management, administration, research, policy development, biostatistics, and epidemiology.
· A doctoral degree is required to reach the highest levels of administration or research and for university teaching positions.
· Many opportunities in public health exist with government agencies especially: The Department of Health and Human Services, Public
for Disease Control and Prevention, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Health Resources and Services Administration,
Health Service, National Institutes of Health, and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Become familiar with government hiring
Obtain a government internship in area of interest.
· Develop a specialty area of interest via supplemental coursework and/or work experience for greater marketability within that specific career
· Cultivate personal characteristics such as enthusiasm, dedication, and a positive attitude. Maintain and demonstrate a personal commitment
living.
· Writing, research, and presentation skills are critical in most career fields related to public health.
· Gain experience working with diverse populations across diverse settings. Learn to work well with others individually and in groups.
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