What Jobs Can I Do With a Health Science Degree?
For those with a health sciences degree, there are many opportunities in the health care field. They can work in hospitals, schools, the non-profit sector and government.
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Hospital Administration
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Graduates with health sciences degrees can work in the administrative sector of a hospital. For example, if you have an advanced degree such as a master's in health sciences, you may decide to work as a supervisor of a local clinic or nursing home.
Pharmaceutical Sales
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With the increase of new drugs on the market, it's possible for you to have a career in pharmaceutical sales. For example, you can represent a drug company by promoting new products to pharmacies in your area.
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Non-Profit Organizations
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For non-profit organizations that seek to promote wellness in their communities, you can work with them by sponsoring health fairs, visiting schools and speaking about healthy eating habits, appearing before local officials and researching health trends.
Education
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If you have both a bachelor's and master's degree, you can teach health and nutrition courses in elementary and secondary schools. You can also work for the school board as a community liaison and assist with the development of wellness programs in the schools.
Considerations
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Before getting your degree, meet with a campus career counselor and seek out internships that can turn into paid jobs after graduation.
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