Ready to Jumpstart or Expand Your Public Health Career?
Discover Your Pathways!
Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your career in public health, there are plenty of opportunities to explore. But where do you begin? Start with the Kentucky Department for Public Health’s Center for Foundational Health. This hub is your go-to resource for career pathways tailored for high school students, university students, and current public health professionals.
Educational Opportunities: Dive into diverse degree programs at some of Kentucky’s top universities, offering fields like Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Environmental Health, Global Health, and Maternal and Child Health:
- Bellarmine University – Bachelor of Science Public Health
- Eastern Kentucky University – Health Promotion & Administration
- Kentucky State University – Community Health and Wellness
- Murray State University – Public and Community Health
- Northern Kentucky University – College of Health and Human Services
- University of Kentucky - College of Public Health
- University of Louisville – School of Public Health and Information Sciences
- Western Kentucky University – Department of Public Health
Employment Opportunities: Looking for a job in public health? Check out these resources for the latest job openings in Kentucky. New opportunities are added frequently, so keep checking back!
- Cabinet for Health and Family Services
- GoHire
- Kentucky Personnel Cabinet
- Kentucky Public Health Association
- PublicHealthCareers.org (Click on the map of Kentucky for state and local jobs)
Stay Connected!
Stay ahead in your career journey by exploring these resources and seizing the opportunities that come your way. Your future in public health starts now!