Public Health Officer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Public Health Officer:

  • A degree in Medicine, Behavioural Science/Health Education, Biostatistics, Emergency Medical Services, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Health Services Administration/Management, International/Global Health, Maternal and Child Health, Nutrition etc
  • Being a change agent
  • Being dependable and motivated
  • Communication and presentation
  • Efficiency and patience
  • Having a good work ethic
  • Management and leadership
  • Organisation and multitasking
  • Public health and safety
  • Research and analysing data
  • Strategising and planning
  • Stress management and resolving problems
  • Team work and professionalism

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Public Health Officer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Public Health Officer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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