The master of arts in health education (MA) program at East Carolina University provides advanced academic training for individuals employed or for those planning to seek employment as health educators in academic, clinical, community or corporate settings. Graduates of the program will be prepared to assess the health-related needs of a population, plan and implement effective intervention strategies, and evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions.Health education is a growing field that is expected to continue to provide favorable employment opportunities. The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports the field of health education will expand 36 percent through 2020. Health Educators are increasingly being utilized to teach people how to live healthier lives.

The master of arts in health education (MA) program at East Carolina University provides advanced academic training for individuals employed or for those planning to seek employment as health educators in academic, clinical, community or corporate settings. Graduates of the program will be prepared to assess the health-related needs of a population, plan and implement effective intervention strategies, and evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions.Health education is a growing field that is expected to continue to provide favorable employment opportunities. The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports the field of health education will expand 36 percent through 2020. Health Educators are increasingly being utilized to teach people how to live healthier lives.