Question

Identify and discuss at least 3 graduate and professional employment opportunities available in supporting and promoting positive health behaviors.

Answer 1

There are many career paths which are available now a days to support and promote positive health behaviors. The first one being that of a Dietitian and Nutritionist. They work with clients to evaluate their health and make recommendations on diet planning and which foods to eat in order to overcome specific diet-related issues and/or improve the client's overall health. They often work in conjunction with physicians and health care staff to develop nutritional plans and dietary restrictions for specific patients. Dietitians and Nutritionists work at hospitals, neighborhood clinics, assisted living facilities and in private practice. They may be directly involved in the monitoring or supervision of food service operations to ensure that they meet quality, safety and sanitation regulations and standards. The second one is that of Emergency Management Specialist. They are professionals responsible for the planning for preparedness training and emergency response training prior to an emergency or disaster event, coordinating crisis management and disaster response during an emergency or disaster event. Emergency Management Specialists must have strong organizational and communication skills in order to manage and coordinate the efforts of emergency response teams that include firefighters, paramedics, police officers and others, as well as work effectively under pressure during disaster events. The third one is that of Health Educators and Community Health Workers who  teach individuals in the community about health and wellness issues in order to improve overall wellbeing. Public Health Educators create and present education programs and events for their communities, provide training for health care workers and other health professionals, advocate for improved health resources and more. They have a solid understanding of the community's health problem and issues.