Information Provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Health Educators
5 out of 10 health educators work in health care and social assistance and an additional 2 out of 10 work in State and local government. A bachelors degree is the minimum requirement for entry level jobs, but many employers prefer to hire workers with a masters degree. Rapid job growth is expected, but the relatively small number of jobs in this occupation will limit the number of job openings.
On average, Health Educators earn $ 41,330 per year.
Job Opportunities for Social Services Careers are
expected to:
Increase faster than average.
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Health Communication
International Public Health/International Health
Maternal and Child Health
Public Health Education and Promotion
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Health educators work to encourage healthy lifestyles and wellness through educating individuals and communities about behaviors that promote healthy living and prevent diseases and other health problems.
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos063.htm#natureA bachelors degree is generally required for entry level health educator positions, but some employers prefer a bachelors degree and some related experience gained through an internship or volunteer work. A masters degree may be required for some positions and is usually required for advancement. In addition, some employers may require candidates to be Certified Health Education Specialists.
Health educators held about 62,000 jobs in 2006. They work primarily in two industries with 20 percent working in State and local government and 53 percent working in health care and social assistance. In addition, a small percent of health educators work in grant-making services and social advocacy organizations.
American Association for Health Education
The National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc
