If you have a passion to improve health outcomes, increase access and affordability of care, overcome health disparities or strive for better health for individuals and families, building skills, networks and experience in health policy is critical.
Why Health Policy Experience Can Fuel Your Career?
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Important Work: Shape the future of health care by addressing critical issues like affordability, health equity, social/behavioral determinants, mental health, reproductive health, the opioid epidemic, impact of climate change and more.
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Diverse Opportunities: Whether you want to be in direct care delivery, social work, counseling, advocacy, legislation or any of the many areas to impact health, an understanding of how policy is designed and implemented is critical.
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High Demand: Health-related jobs are consistently rated as some of the most in demand across the country. These diverse roles are rewarding and often high paying, for instance the average annual salary for a health analyst is $110,600!
Here are some of the key areas where health policy experts make a difference:
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Government Agencies: Work on the development and implementation of health policies at the federal and state levels.
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Think Tanks: Conduct research and provide insights that guide policy decisions.
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Community Groups and Nonprofits: Advocate for improved healthcare access and equity.
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Healthcare Institutions: Develop internal policies for hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies.
Growing Demand for Health Policy Professionals
Access to affordable and equitable health care is one of the most critical issues facing Americans today. As we approach a pivotal moment in our history, a momentous election, an aging population and disparities exacerbated by financial, social and climate forces, it is critical to empower the leaders who will shape the health of our nation.
Attractive Career Prospects
Health policy jobs not only offer the chance to make a significant impact but also provide lucrative salaries. Reports indicate an average annual salary of $110,600 for analysts in this sector. For recent graduates facing underemployment and its long-term implications, health policy presents an attractive and fulfilling career path.
Ready to Launch Your Career?
The Washington Center’s Health Policy Immersion Program is a way to gain real-world knowledge on how health care is shaped in our nation, and a chance to put you in a position of influence by jump-starting your career and professional future.
Apply now to The Washington Center’s Health Policy Immersion Program and take the first step towards a meaningful and impactful career in health policy.
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