Occupation ยท SOC 21-1091
Health Education Specialists: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of health education specialists typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 65,150 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $63,000 ($30.29 an hour).
US employment
65,150
Median annual wage
$63,000
Mean annual wage
$71,700
Median hourly wage
$30.29
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,940 | $16,940 (+26.9%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $105,620 | $42,620 (+67.7%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $78,240 | $15,240 (+24.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $117,960 | $54,960 (+87.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $65,140 | $2,140 (+3.4%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Instructional Coordinators | $74,720 | $11,720 (+18.6%) | 5 | Master's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California14,650
- 2. Texas4,550
- 3. New York3,850
- 4. Georgia3,260
- 5. Florida2,710
- 6. Pennsylvania2,230
- 7. Maryland2,160
- 8. Massachusetts1,970
- 9. North Carolina1,830
- 10. Michigan1,820
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$110,620
- 2. Maryland$101,090
- 3. Georgia$97,010
- 4. Rhode Island$80,390
- 5. New Jersey$78,400
- 6. Minnesota$78,080
- 7. Pennsylvania$75,020
- 8. Oregon$73,830
- 9. New Hampshire$73,580
- 10. Alaska$72,650
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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