Public Health

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What is Public Health?	Related Careers
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What is Public Health?

According to the School of Social and Behavioral Health Sciences, "Public Health is an exciting and diverse field for those interested in the health and well-being of populations and their environments. Careers in the public and private sectors offer opportunities to work locally, regionally, nationally and internationally to promote health and prevent disease. Recognizing that multiple and complex factors affect the public’s health, our faculty and students examine environmental issues, access to health care services, health policies, and social and contextual factors as determinants of health. Professionals in this field implement educational programs, develop policies, administer services, regulate health systems and conduct research."

Public Health - What Can I Do with This Degree? pdf - lists the industry areas, employers, and strategies for using your degree.

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Dedicated to Helping Others	Positive Attitude	Research Methodology

Job & Internship Search Links

Public Health Jobs

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Career Planning Links

Occupational Outlook Handbook - the following links also provide a summary of the career, what they do, the work environment, how to become one, the job outlook, similar occupations and contacts for more information.

What is Public Health?

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