Friday, April 4, 2014

Environmental health specialists

Duties and Responsibilities: 
Sanitarians, or environmental health specialists, enforce government regulations and advise and educate clients.  They also improve water and sanitation facilities and are involved in improving the quality of community environments.  They often: 
  • Collect and analyze samples.
  • Screen samples for possible health hazards.
  • Design or manage sanitation, disposal, and water systems.
  • Oversee disposal of infectious wastes.
  • Develop and manage prevention and education programs.
  • Evaluate and identify health hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
Average Salary:  
$25,000 - $50,000

Educational Requirements:
Students should take college preparatory courses, especially in mathematics and science, during high school. 
A career as a sanitarian or environmental health specialist requires a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in environmental health or environmental engineering.  Many jobs require certification and/or a Master's Degree in these, or related fields.
REFLECTION: 
I WOULD NOT WANT TO BE A SPECIALIST BECAUSE THIS CAREER DOESNT REALLY SPEAK TO ME AND I DONT SEE MYSELF AS WORKING AS ONE.

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