Health Educator
Duties and Responsibilities:
Health educators teach people about behaviors that promote wellness. They develop and implement strategies to improve the health of individuals and communities. Community health workers collect data and discuss health concerns with members of specific populations or communities.
Salary:
The median annual Health Educator salary is $59,194, as of September 30,2016, with a range usually between $51,719-$66,516, however this can vary widely depending on a variety of factors.
Education:
A bachelor’s degree or higher in health education, public health education or promotion. They also need to pass certified Health Education Specialist exam.
Demand:
The demand for this education is high and it is projected to grow 12%.
Reflection:
I wouldn’t consider becoming a health educator because teaching doesn’t really seem as something I find fun.
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