Environmental health specialists

Duties and responsibilities:

Sanitarians or environmental health enforce governmental regulations and advice 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 analyze sanitation.

·       Oversee disposal of infectious wastes.

·       Develop and manage preventions 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 specialists 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.

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