Health Educator
Held About 62,000 Jobs In 2006
EMPLOYMENT
Health Educator position held about 62,000 jobs in 2006. They work primarily in two industries with 20% working in State and local government and 53% working in health care and social assistance. In addition, a small percent of health educators work in grant-making services and social advocacy organizations.
JOB OUTLOOK
Employment of health educators is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations and job prospects are expected to be favorable,according to Bureau of Labor Statistics.
NATURE OF THE WORK
Health Educator position work to encourage healthy lifestyles and wellness through educating individuals and communities about behaviors that promote healthy living and prevent diseases and other health problems.
JOB PROSPECTS
Job prospects for Health Educator with bachelor's degrees will be favorable, but for those who have acquired experience through internships or volunteer jobs. A graduate degree is preferred by many employers.
EARNINGS
Median annual earnings of Health Educators was $41,330 in May 2006; the middle 50% earned between $31,300 and $56,580. The lowest 10% earned less than $24,750, and the highest 10% earned more than $72,500.
Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of Health Educators in May 2006 were as follows: - General medical and surgical hospitals - $40,890
- State government - $33,100
- Local government - $32,420
- Outpatient care centers -$27,530
- Individual and family services - $25,760
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