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INTRODUCTION
Too much morbidity & premature mortality in the U.S.
In 2009 (U.S. Department of Labor, 2010) 63,320 health educators in U.S. Average salary $49,060; $23.59/hour
Health education is offered in a variety of settings
Skills needed to work in all settings are the same
POSSIBLE EMPLOYMENT SETTINGS
Schools Clinics or Hospitals Community / Public Health Agencies Business / Industry Self-Employment
SCHOOL HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION School health” involves all the strategies, activities,
and services offered by, in or in association with schools that are designed to promote students’ physical, emotional, and social development” (ASHA, 2010)
Primarily involves instructing school-age children about health & health-related behaviors
Potential to impact students is tremendous 56 million students 132,000 schools Can be very effective, but programs often compromised
Coordinated School Health Program – 8 components (Pearson Ed, 2012)
RULES OF GOOD HEALTH* - 1922
Take a full bath more than once a week Brush teeth at least once a day Sleep long hours with windows open Drink as much milk as possible, but no coffee or tea Eat some vegetables or fruit everyday Drink at least four glasses of water a day Play part of every day outdoors Have a bowel movement every morning
*Regney (1922)(Pearson Ed, 2012)
SCHOOL HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION Preparation
Teacher preparation curriculum in college Licensed by the state
Responsibilities Teach (typically 7-12, sometimes K-6) Lesson planning; grading; keeping a Web page with
announcements, assignments, & grades or progress reports; parent meetings; disciplining; coaching; & administrative duties
Also, developing curricula, after-school activities, & committee work (i.e., Drug Task Force)
Advocate for school health; policy development
Advantages / Disadvantages
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
PUBLIC/COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION
Community health education & public health education – same or different?
“The work of public health educators (PHEs) is to change policies and environments as well as attitudes and behavior that affect health, and to operate in close association with community groups” (ASPH, 2010)
Healthy People 2010 - Healthy People in Healthy Communities
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION
Types of agencies Voluntary health agencies (e.g., ACS, AHA, ALA) Public health agencies (or official governmental agencies) (e.g.,
LHDs, state health department, federal agencies)
Could include many different responsibilities Planning, implementing & evaluating programs Administrative functions– e.g., fund raising; budgeting, recruiting &
coordinating volunteers, grant proposal writing Coalition building Committee work & public speaking Media relations Advocacy
Advantages / Disadvantages (Pearson Ed, 2012)
WORKSITE HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION worksite health promotion - “a combination of
educational, organizational and environmental activities designed to improve the health & safety of employees & their families” (Joint Commission, 2001, p. 103)
Can help with health care costs
Programs vary greatly from site to site; often include exercise
Programs at 80% of worksites (>50 employees); almost all large employers (>750 employees)
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
WORKSITE HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION May need two degrees; one a generalist like in health
education/promotion & a second in specialty area like exercise physiology, nutrition, nursing or athletic training
May need certifications - e.g., CHES, MCHES, ACSM, CPR, smoking cessation
Responsibilities Many & varied Conducting classes - e.g., fitness, nutrition Conducting screenings & personal training sessions Administrative functions; maintaining records & equipment, writing
newsletters, health fairs Marketing the programs
Advantages / Disadvantages(Pearson Ed, 2012)
HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION IN HEALTH CARE SETTINGS
Variety of settings – e.g., hospitals, medical clinics, home health agencies, HMOs, PPOs
Types of jobs Employee health & wellness Patient education HMOs have been most receptive to hiring
Third party reimbursement an issue
Optimistic about future employment opportunities
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION IN HEALTH CARE SETTINGS
Involved in numerous & varied activities
Activities differ from setting to setting
Responsibilities Planning, implementing, & evaluating programs & activities Education: 1-on-1 or group patient education services Administration – e.g., grant proposal writing, public relations,
employee wellness activities, marketing Coordination & collaboration of/for activities
Advantages / Disadvantages
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION IN COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES
Academic, or faculty, position Responsibilities: teaching, community & professional service,
scholarly research; depends on the institution Emphasis on the responsibilities vary based on the type of
institution Typically need a doctoral degree & experience; maybe
CHES/MCHES or CHES/MCHES eligible
Health education specialist in university health service or wellness center Plan, implement & evaluate programs for students Resource library, peer education programs Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; CHES/MCHES helpful
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Much need, especially in developing countries
Special dedication; challenging; personal satisfaction
Cultural differences; may need a 2nd language; topics for programs may be very different than you have learned about in the United States
Peace Corps an excellent opportunity
CDC is expanding its work around the world
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
NONTRADITIONAL HEALTH EDUCATION/PROMOTION POSITIONS
Sales related to health & fitness Health insurance Pharmaceutical Fitness, health, & medical equipment Health-related books & materials
Communication areas Publishing Media; TV, newspapers Health-related Web sites
Unique opportunities (i.e., teaching in justice/mental health center)
(Pearson Ed, 2012)
LANDING THAT FIRST JOB
Creating a resume that reflects professional competence
Type all application materials and proof read all materials multiple times
LANDING THAT FIRST JOB
Experience…experience…experience! Previous employment Internships/Practicums Service Learning Volunteering
LANDING THAT FIRST JOB
Develop a Portfolio! Work samples (varied)
Certifications / Licensure
Professional Memberships
LANDING THAT FIRST JOB
Honest Assessment of SkillsCommunication Skills
Written Verbal Second language Collaboration
Technology SkillsLeadership SkillsOrganization SkillsAssessment, Planning, Implementing,
Evaluating
LANDING THAT FIRST JOB
Current and specific references
Developing relationships necessary for people to provide recommendations beyond the standard
INTERVIEWING
Do your homework Having a vision for your future Being able to communicate your
strengths and identify areas in which you will continue to grow
Demonstrating good listening skills Providing answers to the questions
asked