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Health Promotion Officer

OSCA 269332·ANZSCO 251911

Employed

2,600

Part-time share

43.7%

Female share

81.2%

Median age

40 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Population Health and Certificate IV in Population Health.

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About this career

Assists health and community groups to improve the health of individuals and the community by raising awareness of healthy lifestyles, disease and disability, and other health-related issues.

What they typically do

  • Develops communication objectives in relation to health issues
  • Identifies the audience most at need or at risk and establishes the most appropriate method to reach that audience
  • Undertakes research to make sure that data is correct and current
  • Writes material and sets up displays to assist in the promotion of health issues
  • Gives presentations to community groups on health issues to increase public awareness
  • May work in conjunction with other organisations or government departments

Where they work

Health Care and Social Assistance

States and territories

Share of workers by location

VIC
32.8%
NSW
29.2%
QLD
14.9%
WA
10.9%
SA
6.2%
NT
2.1%
TAS
2%
ACT
1.9%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Health Promotion Officer.