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Public health program administrators collect and analyze information pertaining to public health programs and disseminate it to technical and administrative staff and others. They evaluate, develop, and monitor contracts, grants, and requests for proposals to ensure the effective, complete, and appropriate provision of public health services; provide technical assistance and consultation to health care providers, contractors, and others; develop budgetary requests for public health programs; gather data and justify budgetary requirements; approve/deny program and contractor expenditures; and assess, develop, and revise public health programs, regulations, policies, procedures, and systems to maximize the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of services. Environment Most often public health program administrators are found in community health centers, public health centers, health departments, and non-profit agencies. Prep General college preparation is recommended. Coursework should include three math classes including algebra I, algebra II, and geometry (or a higher level math course for which algebra II is a prerequisite), three science courses including one biological science, one physical science, and one lab course, four English units, and two social studies units. If available, students should take two years of a foreign language. It is recommended that a student be enrolled in a health services endorsement area if available. This is defined as a broad course of study that allows students to explore career opportunities and apply academic knowledge and skills in health services. Academic Bachelors degree is required. Masters degree in public health is preferred by most employers Earning Potential $70,726.00 - $99,016.00
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