Question

Discussion will prompt you to visit the CDC website, as well as their state/local health department website to investigate current job opportunities. You will identify several public health careers and reflect on the needed skills, potential career development opportunities and potential employers. You will also be asked to identify their area(s) of interest and reflect on any experience in the field to date. Post an initial response to the Discussion that describes several public health careers of interest to you. What are the required skills and experience? What might one have to consider in terms of professional development for advancement within the discipline? Who are the potential employers? Which of these do you feel match up best with your interests? Do you have any relevant experience?

Answer 1

Answer

The current oppurtunities in CDC are

· Epidemiologist.

· Public health advisor

• Health scientist

Epidemiologist.

Epidemiologist serves as a nationally or internationally recognized expert on critical issues in the field of epidemiology.

After completing graduation they need Master's Degree in public health with an emphasis on epidemiology. Medical or Doctorate degree are optional.

Public health advisor.

They need a bachelor's degree in health care administration, public health, or a relevant field. Theyalso need research experience and strong communication skills.

Health scientist

Healthcare scientist research and develop techniques and equipment to help prevent, diagnose and treat illness.

They need doctoral degree after post graduation.