The Arcadia University Health Education Program proudly offers the NYSPHC Fellowship Program. This award is open to students interested in pursuing a Master’s degree in Health Science, Health Communications, or Public health. The Fellowship provides financial assistance for eligible students. We hope this award will help make education more accessible for those who wish to pursue a career in the health field. The deadline for applications is October 31, 2022.
Application Deadline: 31st October 2022.
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( vote)Brief Description
- Organization: The Arcadia University
- Department: Health Education Program
- Course level: Graduation and Postgraduate
- Award amount: Educational fund
- Number of awards: Several
- Eligible countries: New York
- Subjects: Health Science, Health Communications, Public health
- Eligible courses: Master’s degree
- Eligibility: International Students and New York Students
- Application Deadline: October 31, 2022
About
A professional in this field has the knowledge and skills to plan, develop, administer, and evaluate activities and programs that focus on disease prevention and health promotion in various community settings. They are also responsible for assessing these communities’ public health needs and programs, researching funding sources, and writing grants. This individual works under general supervision, with some independence to make judgment calls. In addition to their core responsibilities, they may be called on to complete other related tasks as needed.
Eligibility
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of education and health marketing principles and techniques; Good knowledge of public information and public relations techniques; Good knowledge of community agencies and resources; Ability to utilize health literacy techniques and a variety of media platforms; Ability to evaluate program efficiency and effectiveness; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Ability to understand and empathize with the needs and concerns of others; Ability to identify alternate sources of funding; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including oral and written; Initiative, tact, and courtesy. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in public health, health education, community health, health science, health communications, or health promotion/marketing or closely related field and two years of experience or its part-time equivalent in health education, health promotion, or community health. NOTE: Completing a Master’s degree in health education, education, public health, health promotion, public health administration, or a closely related health field may be substituted for one year of work experience.
How to Apply
To apply for the NYSPHC Fellowship Program, please visit https://careerlaunchpad.arcadia.edu/jobs/new-york-state-public-health-corps-nysphc-fellowship-program-delaware-county-health-education-program-coordinator/ and follow the instructions on the website. The application process is simple, and you will be able to apply directly on the website. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to take advantage of this great opportunity.
