Chapter 10, 7.2, & 6.2 Flashcards
What are 2-3 acton steps that can be taken to help secure one’s first job in health education/promotion?
Develop a well-organized, professional-looking portfolio
Creating a resume
Obtaining part time employment in one’s preferred health education/promotion setting
What are some key considerations for selecting an academic internship?
Setting
Target population
Health issue
Your schedule
What are some dos related to how you should approach your academic internship?
Show up on time
Dress business casual
Be helpful
Communicate professionally
Make connections
What are some donts related to how you should approach your academic internship?
Don’t be late
Don’t refuse to help out
Don’t be irresponsible
Don’t be disrespectful
Describe how demographic and major societal changes will influence the practice of health education/promotion in the future?
The demand for older adult focused health promotion programs will continue to grow
The pace of population growth is slowing rather than increasing
More Americans are living longer than ever before
Married couples are having fewer children
Baby boomers are retiring
The traditional family (two parents and their children) is becoming less common
Advanced technology
What are typical components of graduate school applications?
Official transcripts
Resume
Letter of recommendation
Statement of purpose
GRE
Possible benefits of going to grad school after undergrad?
Material learned from undergrad is still fresh
More job opportunities
Benefits of working in our field before deciding about grad school?
Help decide if grad school is right for you
Why is CHES as a health education specialist recommended?
Open doors to better job positions
Stay informed with the latest trends and research
List 3-4 facts about the CHES exam
Has 165 question
3 hours to complete the exam
Only offered 2 times out of the year
It’s based on your knowledge, skills, and application of the 8 areas of responsibility for the health education profession
