BA offered by the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Transform your understanding of health with 91亚色's program. This dynamic program invites you to explore health and healing through a critical lens, empowering you to challenge the status quo. You鈥檒l gain essential tools to perceive health as a reflection of broader social, cultural, and political processes. Learn from dedicated faculty who employ an interdisciplinary approach, drawing from sociology, political science, and beyond. Experience hands-on learning through community-based projects, guest lectures from practitioners, and insights from Indigenous healers. Our graduates emerge ready for diverse careers in policy making, community programs, and journalism. Join us and become a catalyst for change in the future of health and wellness!
Career Options in Health & Society
Here are just some of the career options related to this major. As all degrees offer transferable skills, some jobs are more closely linked to this field, than others. Check for regional requirements.
- Advocacy Coordinator
- Behavioral Health Technician
- Case Manager
- Community Health Educator
- Community Organizer
- Compliance Officer
- Data Analyst (Health Sector)
- Development Officer (Health Nonprofits)
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Epidemiologist (Entry-Level)
- Fundraising Coordinator
- Health Advocate
- Health Communications Specialist
- Health Policy Analyst
- Health Promotion Officer
- Healthcare Consultant
- Human Services Specialist
- Medical and Health Services Manager (Entry-Level)
- Nonprofit Program Coordinator
- Patient Advocate
- Policy Researcher
- Public Health Educator
- Public Relations Specialist (Health Focus)
- Research Assistant (Healthcare)
- Social and Community Service Manager
- Social Media Coordinator (Health Sector)
- Social Worker (with additional certification)
- Statistician (Entry-Level in Health)
- Teaching Assistant (Health Studies)
- Training and Development Coordinator (Health Programs)
- Urban Health Planner
- Volunteer Coordinator (Health Organizations)
- Wellness Coach
- Writer/Editor (Health Content)
- Youth Program Coordinator (Health Focus)
Some career choices may require further education, such as graduate studies or professional courses and exams. For detailed career descriptions and specific requirements, please check .
Entry-Level Positions in Health & Society
An undergraduate degree is typically sufficient for these positions, though some locations may require additional qualifications. For region-specific information, please check .
- Advocacy Assistant
- Community Health Educator
- Community Organizer
- Compliance Assistant
- Data Entry Clerk (Health Sector)
- Development Assistant (Health Nonprofits)
- Health Communications Assistant
- Health Policy Assistant
- Health Research Assistant
- Medical Receptionist
- Nonprofit Program Assistant
- Patient Services Representative
- Public Health Assistant
- Research Assistant (Entry-Level)
- Social Media Coordinator (Health Focus)
- Social Services Assistant
- Teaching Assistant (Health Studies)
- Training Assistant (Health Programs)
- Volunteer Coordinator (Health Organizations)
- Wellness Program Assistant
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Skills Developed through a Degree in Health & Society
Core Skills
- Exposure to an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the application of medicine within the scope of economic and social agendas and the ability to personalize your studies by following a variety of possible degree options combining knowledge from many interrelated fields.
- An ability to parse through various issues and dilemmas facing modern health policy creation, implementation and improvement both in Canada and on the global scale.
- A strong ability to express yourself in both written position statements and in oral discussions and presentations.
- Understanding of the political, anthropological and economic aspects of 鈥渋llness鈥 and 鈥渨ellness鈥 in contemporary societies.
Communication, Data Gathering and Organizational Skills
- Deduction of information from various sources and the ability to concentrate on relevant resources
- The ability to organize, understand and analyze sources of information and to apply novel forms of technology or new information to different professional settings and tasks
- The capacity to critically analyze problems, think creatively and make sound decisions while considering different sides of an argument
- The ability to explain complex ideas clearly to others and to apply complex theoretical concepts to everyday practice and professional dilemmas
- The skills to collect various types of information, assess them, analyze and incorporate potential linkages from different fields, put them into writing and efficiently convey your message and the goal of your work
Management and Teamwork Skills
- The ability to interpret and analyze information presented by peers and efficiently and constructively support or challenge their proposals, theories, ideas and reports in order to achieve a project鈥檚 intended and successful end result
- The capacity to lead and interact with a variety of people with different approaches and personal and professional backgrounds
- The ability to debate, persuade, mediate and present your thoughts and opinions to others, as well as the capacity to recognize and incorporate other potential solutions or applications to given problems
- The capability to identify priorities and proper courses of action, to plan the execution of tasks and to determine and delegate responsibilities to group members to most effectively carry out projects
Professional Associations
Professional associations offer valuable insights into qualifications, industry trends, and career opportunities. They provide networking events, workshops, mentorship programs, and internships, as well as job boards and career development resources. Additionally, some associations offer professional licensing and regulatory oversight.
- (WHO): A global authority that coordinates international public health efforts and sets health standards.
- An interdisciplinary network that explores the intersections of health, wellness, and social factors.
- (CPHA): Advocates for public health policies and practices in Canada, emphasizing community health improvement.
- (CMHA): Dedicated to promoting mental health and supporting individuals with mental illness through advocacy and services.
- (OPHA): A network that supports public health professionals in Ontario through collaboration, education, and advocacy.
- (APHA): A leading organization in the U.S. focused on improving public health and advocating for health equity.