Public Health (PBHL)

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According to the University of Arkansas, "Public health is an exciting, diverse major that focuses on disease prevention and health promotion needs at the community level. Public health work is conducted by teams of clinicians, epidemiologists, behavioral scientists, environmental scientists, health education specialists, health inspectors, statisticians, and health administrators. Students receiving a B.S. in Public Health will be trained for entry-level public health positions found in government agencies, health corporations, and community non-profit organizations. Graduates are employed in a variety of settings, including: public health departments, non-governmental agencies, hospitals, health care management organizations, and health care accrediting agencies. The public health degree at the University of Arkansas is specifically focused on health promotion, health behavior and health education. In accordance, graduates are eligible for the Certified Health Education Specialist credential."

List of Related Skills List of Related Skills List of Related Skills
Ability to Work with Diverse Populations Accountability Adaptability
Communication Skills (Oral & Written) Dedicated to Helping Others Enthusiastic
Intrapersonal Skills Policy Analysis Positive Attitude
Presentation Skills Problem Solving Skills Project Management
Research Methodology Teamwork & Collaboration Time Management

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