Careers in Health, Health Science, Health Promotion, Health Education, etc.

1. Careers in Health, Health Science, Health Promotion, Health Education, etc. Dr. Pete

2. A Few Titles… AIDS EducatorAlcohol Educator/CounselorCancer Information SpecialistCardiac Rehab SpecialistCase ManagerCommunity Health EducatorCommunity Outreach CoordinatorCommunity OrganizerCommunity Services DirectorCorporate FundraiserCorporate Fitness CoordinatorCultural Competency Trainer Diet CounselorDirector of VolunteersDisability EvaluatorDomestic Violence EducatorDrug CounselorDrug Rehabilitation SpecialistElder Nutrition CoordinatorElder Services DirectorEligibility SpecialistEmployee Assistance Program DirectorEnvironmental AdvocateEnvironmental Educator

3. A Few Titles… Epidemiology AssistantEvents CoordinatorFamily Life EducatorFamily Planning CounselorFamily Services SpecialistFire Prevention SpecialistFitness CounselorFundraiserGrant WriterGrassroots OrganizerHead Start Health SpecialistHealth AdvocateHealth and Safety SpecialistHealth and Wellness Coordinator Health Education DirectorHealth CounselorHealth Education CoordinatorHealth Education SpecialistHealth EducatorHealth Information SpecialistHealth JournalistHealth Marketing CoordinatorHealth Promotion ProgrammerHealth Resource SpecialistHealth Workshop Instructor

4. A Few Titles… Healthy Start CoordinatorHigh School Teacher, Health**Upon completion of Credential Health Media ConsultantInternational Health WorkerLactation ConsultantMedia SpecialistMedical Supply Sales RepOccupational Health and Safety DirectorPatient Education CoordinatorPatient Educator Pharmaceutical Sales RepPrevention Program DirectorProgram EvaluatorProgram/Events CoordinatorProgram Resource CoordinatorProgram SpecialistProtective Services WorkerPublic Information SpecialistPublic Health InspectorRape Prevention EducatorRecruitment and Training DirectorRehabilitation Counselor

5. A Few Titles… Safety EducatorSenior Services CoordinatorSex EducatorSocial Services CoordinatorSupport Services SupervisorTeen Outreach CoordinatorTeen Parent EducatorTobacco EducatorVolunteer Services Coordinator Well Baby EducatorWellness CoordinatorWellness ConsultantWomen’s Health DirectorWomen’s Shelter DirectorWorksite Safety EducatorYouth EducatorYouth and Family CounselorYouth Outreach CoordinatorYouth Program Specialist

6. Graduation gives you….. • A diploma/degree • A transcript • A resume • References of professors/supervisors

7. Hands-on Experience • Most universities (and at UofO), students have ample opportunity to gain valuable work experience through service learning and student internships. • Under the direction of experienced faculty and professionals in the field, students work with county health departments, medical care facilities, voluntary health organizations and a variety of other agencies and organizations concerned about the health and welfare of people in our community. • These opportunities provide students with hands-on experience prior to actual employment, and offer an excellent opportunity for job leads and placement.

8. Some positions are entry level, while others require advanced degrees and experience:

9. Some positions are entry level, while others require advanced degrees and experience:

10. Some positions are entry level, while others require advanced degrees and experience:

11. Some positions are entry level, while others require advanced degrees and experience:

12. A few career/job links for you 1. Arkansas – Careers in health field: http://www.indeed.com/q-Health-l-Little-Rock,-AR-jobs.html 2. Arkansas Department of Health: http://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/aboutADH/Pages/Employment.aspx 3. Arkansas Healthcare jobs: http://www.reflectxstaffing.com/jobs/Health_Care_Jobs/Arkansas/index.htm 4. Arkansas Healthcare careers: http://arkansashealthcareers.com/ 5. Arkansas – the Monster search engine: http://jobs.monster.com/l-arkansas.aspx 6. Careers in health promotion: http://healthpromotionjobs.com/ 7. Higher Education: http://www.higheredjobs.com/ 8. Higher Education: http://chronicle.com/section/Jobs/61 9. Nationwide: http://www.indeed.com/q-Health-Promotion-jobs.html

13. A few career/job links for you 10. Nationwide: http://www.hpcareer.net/ 11. Nationwide: http://www.jobster.com/find/US/jobs/for/health+promotion 12. Nationwide: http://www.careerjet.com/health-promotion-jobs.html 13. Nationwide: http://www.job-search-engine.com/keyword/health-promotion-jobs/ 14. Nationwide: http://www.jobisjob.com/health+promotion+wellness/jobs 15. Nationwide: http://jobs.careerbuilder.com/?sc_cmp2=JS_Nav_FindJobs&ff=21 16. New Mexico: http://www.healthpromotionjobs.com/newmexico.cfm 17. Online degrees: http://www.worldwidelearn.com/online-education-guide/health-medical/health-promotion-major.htm 18. Pete’s list of links: http://www.peteleroi.com/careerlinks.html

14. You are currently writing your resume Question: What do employers look for in an entry-level employee? Answer: • Attitude (surly, gruff, disagreeable, crabby, impolite, rude, curt? Or, friendly, courteous, self-assured, etc.??) • Desire – where do you want to go? • Preparation – what have you done? • Ability to “get along” with others – references will tell • Punctuality – show up on time, every day? • Ability to follow instructions – read and do; a self-starter? • Ability to learn – anxious to “grow” and become better • Goals – where do you “see” yourself in five years?