Chapter 8 first half

Question 1

what is the job of a health practitioner

Answer 1

AAHE: Health educators plan, implement and evaluate the effects of educational programs and strategies designed to improve the health of individuals, families and communities. Health educators work in schools and universities; federal, state and local public health departments; hospitals and managed care settings; voluntary groups; businesses; international organizations; and other settings.

Question 2

community health action at work

Answer 2

Dr. Muhammad Antaki
-United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNWRA)
Led an educational campaign and an environmental modification program for children with disabilities
-march raise awareness of issue
-15 awareness workshops related to disability, treatment, care and rehabilitation

Question 3

bachelor of arts (BA)

Answer 3

Granted in the humanities department, requires general education courses along with foreign language

Question 4

bachelor of Science (BS)

Answer 4

More major courses, fewer electives, and a formal minor or research paper

Question 5

graduate health degrees

academic master’s degree

Answer 5

Masters of Arts (MA), Masters of Science (MS) – awarded in the liberal arts and sciences. Prepares students for application of theory to health issues and focus on one area.

Question 6

professional master’s degree

Answer 6

Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH), Master of Public Health (MPH) – designed for professionals with required practical work experience.

Question 7

MPH

Answer 7

generalized preparation for public health work.

Question 8

MSPH

Answer 8

focuses on one particular public health topic.

Question 9

Doctorate of Education (EdD)

Answer 9

practice focused

Question 10

Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)

Answer 10

Professional degree that encompasses a broad spectrum in public health and may focus on one specific aspect of public health.

Question 11

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Answer 11

Requires original research and a dissertation

Question 12

prerequisites for each institution

Answer 12

GPA requirements
GRE requirements
Submit a paper
Attend an interview with faculty
Submit letters of recommendation
Perform other specific requirements to gain admission
**apply to more than one universities to increase options`

Question 13

career options in health

Answer 13

Education settings (K-12 and higher education)
Research organizations
Medical care settings
Worksite healthcare settings
Nontraditional health settings
Private voluntary or nonprofit organizations
Philanthropic foundations
Professional or technical associations/organizations/societies
Private industrial companies
Government/public health agencies
Intergovernmental organizations