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Health Education and Counseling

Health education and counseling professionals design health program design initiatives and use motivational interviewing techniques to help individuals and communities adopt healthier behaviors. They conduct community outreach and provide direct patient education, applying behavior change coaching to support lasting lifestyle improvements around issues like chronic disease, nutrition, or substance use. Employed by public health departments, hospitals, and nonprofits, this role suits empathetic communicators passionate about preventive care and community wellbeing.

Top skills:Community OutreachMotivational InterviewingPatient Education

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