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A Better Life Begins With Knowledge
The Health Education Specialist provides and manages health education programs that help individuals, families, and their communities maximize and maintain healthy lifestyles.
They use data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies, and environments.
They may also link health systems, health providers, insurers, and patients to address individual and population health needs; serve as a resource to assist individuals, other health professionals, or the community; and administer fiscal resources for health education programs.
RELATED JOB TITLES
Certified Diabetes Educator, Clinical Instructor, Community Health Consultant, Education Coordinator, Health Education Coordinator, Health Education Specialist, Health Educator, Health Promotion Specialist, Public Health Educator, Public Information Officer
Facts and Stats
Your career outlook is looking good – just like these stats.
O*NET Code: 21-1091.00
Median wages (annual)
2024
Projected job openings
2023-2033
Projected growth (faster than average)
2023-2033
What you Need to Know
- Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
- Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
- Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
When You Choose Miami, Your Career Journey Begins
Once you’ve selected your program at Miami, the Center for Career Exploration and Success will help you explore career paths, prepare for the job market, and make meaningful connections. With personalized support, resources, and events, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to navigate your career journey.
Discover how to turn your passions into a career path. Explore majors and careers that match your interests.
Build the skills to succeed in your career journey. Prepare for internships, interviews, and the workplace.
Make meaningful connections to launch your career. Access networking opportunities, career fairs, and employer events.
This page includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license.