Graduates in community health education typically work in one of a number of possible venues:
- Local or state health departments and other tax-supported agencies
- Voluntary health agencies (e.g. American Cancer Society)
- Worksite employee wellness programs or employee assistance programs
- Insurance agencies that sponsor employee wellness programs
- State or federal agencies (e.g. OSHA)
- Medical care settings (e.g. community clinics)
- School health settings (e.g. after-school programs)
- Colleges or universities (e.g. student recreation centers, student medical clinics)
- Faith community settings (e.g. church-based programs)
Many graduates of our program have found satisfying employment opportunities in the types of organizations listed above. The potential job market is extended for those willing to relocate. Many graduates find additional or specialized certifications that provide them with additional employment options. Average starting salaries for community health graduates range from $ 20,000 to $ 30,000.
Additional Opportunities
The University of Toledo believes that a superior education is founded on five key pillars: a challenging yet caring environment; state-of-the-art facilities; access to the latest technologies; opportunities to learn outside the classroom; and faculty members who take a personal interest in you.
If you are an enthusiastic high achiever and desire additional educational experiences outside the classroom, our professors may allow you to assist them with higher-level tasks that are typically performed by graduate students. For example, talented students may be given the opportunity to assist a professor with his/her research projects, community projects, searching for grants, writing grants, designing survey instruments, administering surveys, or entering and analyzing statistical data. Gaining experience in these areas will put you head and shoulders above those you will be competing with in the job market.
