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Public Health Careers

Certified Health Education Specialist

A Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) is a dedicated professional who helps people live healthier lives by teaching them about good health practices. They work in schools, communities, hospitals, and other settings to create programs that…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Certification
  • $32,000 - $112,000

Data Scientist

Data Scientists collect, analyze, and interpret complex data to help organizations make smart decisions and solve problems. Important traits for a Data Scientist include curiosity, creativity, and strong math and programming skills. Data Scientists can make…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $38,000 - $200,000

Disaster Recovery Specialist

Scholarships Are Currently Available! A Disaster Recovery Specialist is essential in ensuring communities can quickly and effectively bounce back from natural or man-made disasters. This role involves developing and implementing recovery plans, coordinating with local and…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $71,000 - $129,000

Data Analyst

Data Analysts are key players in today’s data-driven world. They gather, examine, and interpret data to help businesses and organizations understand trends and make informed decisions. By using advanced tools and techniques, Data Analysts create compelling…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $94,000 - $123,000

Communications and Outreach Specialist

A Community and Outreach Specialist works to improve community health by promoting wellness programs and educating the public about health issues. They develop and manage programs like fitness classes, health fairs, and immunization drives, often working…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $68,000 - $87,000

Contact Tracer

A Contact Tracer plays a key role in understanding how diseases spread by tracing the contacts of people who are sick. This job involves interviewing individuals to find out who they’ve been in contact with and…

  • High School Diploma, Bachelor's Degree
  • $25,000 - $56,000

Emergency Coordinator

Scholarships Are Currently Available! An Emergency Coordinator plays a crucial role in helping communities stay safe during disasters like floods, hurricanes, or fires. This position involves developing comprehensive plans to guide communities in responding effectively to…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $61,000 - $83,000

Emergency Management Specialist

An Emergency Management Specialist plays a crucial role in preparing for and responding to various emergencies, including natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and other public safety threats. This position involves developing emergency response plans and coordinating with…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $68,000 - $94,000

Emergency Preparedness Coordinator

An Emergency Preparedness Coordinator plays a crucial role in preparing the community for emergencies such as fires floods, or other disasters. This position involves planning and practicing safety measures, working with teams to respond quickly, and…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $61,000 - $84,000

Field Epidemiologist

Scholarships Available – Apply Now! Field Epidemiologists play a vital role in preventing the spread of disease in communities to help keep people healthy. In this role, you’ll collect and analyze data from various locations to…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $59,000 - $152,000
  • Scholarships Available

Environmental Health Specialist

An Environmental Health Specialist works to keep our communities safe and healthy by studying how the environment affects our well-being. They look at things like air and water quality, pollution, and waste management to make sure…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $79,000 - $124,000

Environmental Health Inspector

Environmental Health Inspectors are key contributors to our environment and public health. They ensure that places like restaurants, parks, and schools are clean and safe for frequent visitors. Environmental Health Inspectors look for germs, pollution, and…

  • Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
  • $47,000 - $180,000