1. What are the positive aspects of a career in healthcare?
There are many! Currently and in the foreseeable future, the demand for healthcare professionals is growing, so job availability and mobility are very good. Helping others is the big ''plus'' - most of us like to feel that we can have an impact on the lives of others. Healthcare professionals contribute to our health, help us when we are sick, troubled or injured and work to protect our environment.
2. Healthcare professionals - are there more than just doctors and nurses?
Yes! Doctors and nurses are the healthcare professionals you are probably most familiar with. But there are many other kinds of healthcare professionals too, such as pharmacists, medical technologists, dentists, psychologists and medical illustrators, to name but a few. Even in a well known healthcare field like nursing, there are many specialty areas that may be new to you. This guide will give you an overview of many different specialties.
3. Do I need an advanced degree to work in the field of healthcare?
While it is possible to gain experience in the field without an advanced degree, most public healthcare professionals need at least a Masters degree for career advancement.
4. What are the career opportunities in public health and what salary ranges can I expect after graduation?
While there are dozens of specialties in public health, most career opportunities are found in the following fields:
- Public Health Management Analyst
- Director of Programs and Services
- Health Communications Specialist
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Health Intelligence Analyst
- Manager, Breastfeeding Initiatives
5. Am I suited for a health career?
If you enjoy working with people, want a career with good job security, are interested in earning an above average starting salary, and in job mobility - then a career in healthcare may be right for you!
