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EDUCATION LEVEL
To be a health Educator, it is recommended to earn a
Bachelor's degree in Health Science or Health education.
Being bilingual is a plus in job hunting as it is very desirable
in the job market.
Certification is also required in some jobs and that is the
"Certified Health Education Specialist Certificate"

WHAT IS A HEALTH
EDUCATOR?
A health educator is a health professional who teaches how to live
a healthy lifestyle. For example, they promote wellness and
educate communities the importance of healthy habits and health
risks. They help communities get the information they need. They
also advocate for better health policies and create educational
materials.

SALARY AND OUTLOOK

Average salary of a Health Educator as of 2022 in the
State of California ranges from between $66,293 and
$85,275.
Job outlook for this career is good. Expected to grow
between 2016 and 2026 at about 16% .

HOW DO THEY HELP IMPROVE

HEALTH?
- they work alongside physicians and other health professionals
in regards to health education services.
- Provide health education to the community
- teach valuable information regards in unhealthy habits
- goals is provide people with the information they need in order
to follow a healthy life

FUN AND IMPORTANT FACTS

Health educators work in a variety of environments such as
schools, government, and hospitals
-teach important information such as teenage pregnancy,
drugs and alcohol
- they conduct health screenings within communities
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