HEALTH EDUCATOR

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Assess the health needs of the people and communities they serve. Develop programs and events to teach people about health topics. Teach people how to manage existing health conditions. Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and educational materials. Help people find health services or information. Provide training programs for community health workers or other health professionals. Supervise staff who implement health education programs. Collect and analyze data to learn about a particular community and improve programs and services. Advocate for improved health resources and policies that promote health

SALARY:$61,610

EDUCATION/DEMAND:

Health educators need at least a bachelor’s degree in health education or health promotion. Students learn theories and methods of health behavior and health education and gain the knowledge and skills they will need to develop health education materials and programs. Most programs include an internship.Some health educator positions require a master’s or doctoral degree. Graduate programs are commonly in community health education, school health education, public health education, or health promotion. A variety of undergraduate majors may be acceptable for entry to a master’s degree program.Community health workers typically have a high school diploma, although some jobs may require postsecondary education. Education programs may lead to a 1-year certificate or a 2-year associate’s. degree and cover topics such as wellness, ethics, and cultural awareness.