Public Health

Public health workers are doctors, nurses, assistants, administrators, educators, and other health professionals. They are employed by federal, state, and local health departments, or state-funded community hospitals and clinics. Those wishing to pursue a career in public health may work in a number of different areas, such as education, administration, public policy, research, environmental health, disease prevention, and medical practice. The amount of education required varies by profession. In many cases, medical degrees, Ph.D.’s, master’s degrees, and bachelor’s degrees with an emphasis on public health may be required. Jobs in the overall health care industry are expected to grow by more than 21 percent by the year 2016.