Career Information
Certification
All students successfully completing the AHS degree are eligible for certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®), specific to the health education and public health fields. This allows students to graduate with additional credentials, which can provide an advantage when applying for jobs and/or furthering their education.
Continuing Education – Furthering Education
Following successful completion of the AHS degree, students are positioned to go directly into the career field or continue their education.
Advanced Education
Those looking to continue their education most commonly apply for schools that have programs titled Health Education, Health Promotion, Community Health Education, or Nonprofit Leadership. While a variety of MS/MA/MEd degrees are available in these areas, students can also choose from MPH or MSPH programs. Common MPH programs with concentrations in Behavioral, Social, and Community Health; Biostatistics; Epidemiology; Health Education and Promotion. Certifications in Specialized Areas of Health such as Public Health, Global Health, Gerontology, Healthcare Management, Biostatistics, Sexual & Reproductive Health, and Addiction Intervention. These are not exhaustive lists, please see your advisor for additional ideas and visit the main AHS page for additional details.
Careers
After successful completion of the Applied Health Science major, Health Education & Promotion emphasis, students can go directly into working to meet their career goals. While job titles may vary and some require additional training, many of these jobs are classified under Health Education Specialists by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, or a variety of careers listed within Public Health. Another career path students may pursue would be for the title of Community Health Worker.
Students may also look for careers as a Community Health Worker (CHW). In the state of MN, most CHW positions will require a CHW certification, necessitating additional education.
Please visit the main AHS page for additional details.
