SKILLS DEVELOPED
- Conduct basic program monitoring and evaluation
- Knowledge of human behaviour
- Understand and conduct research on human development & behavior
- Understand and conduct health promotion
- Recognize cultural differences/ similarities
- Skills in social research
- Knowledge in current trends of risk-taking behaviour
- Critical and inferential thinking
- Counselling and interviewing
- Understand how to design, Implement, and evaluate health communications
SAMPLE JOB TITLES
- Behaviour Analyst
- Behaviour Therapist
- Community health
- Community Healthcare Worker
- Counsellor
- Education
- Health care
- Health Communications Specialist
- Health Educator
- Health Promotor
- Journalist
- Mental Health Worker
- Policy Analyst
- Program Evaluator
- Public Health
- Researcher
- Social Worker
SAMPLE JOB LOCATIONS
- Local and provincial Public Health units
- CMHA
- Ontario Drug Policy Research Network
- Department of Nation Defence
- Maltby Centre
- Health Canada: Existing Substances Risk Assessment Bureau
- The Royal Mental Health Centre
- Ontario Shore Centre for Mental Health Sciences
- Mackenzie Health
- Anishnawbe Health Toronto
Further Resources
Careerspace Resources
- Careerspace Website - Extensive career development and work search information including tools, links, strategies and assessments.
- Trent University Student Job Board - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
- Career Resources on myTrent - Access the following resources through myTrent>Support>Careerspace
- Career Cruising and TypeFocus - Free self-assessments that connect your interests and personality to your career.
- My World Abroad - Provides information, strategies, and tips for anyone considering going abroad for work, study or travel.
- Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques - Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment.
- Career and Work Search Workshops - Register through the Events Calendar
- Events and Fairs - Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with them!
- Canadian Mental Health Association
- Ontario Mental Health Association
- Association for Community Health Improvement
- Alliance for Healthier Communities
- Canadian Public Health Association
- Ontario Public Health Association
- Health Promotion Canada
Opportunities - Internships, Careers, Government Programs
- Ontario Public Health
- Ontario Health Jobs
- Working in Mental Health
- Job Bank
- Federal Government Jobs
- Provincial Government Jobs
- Ontario Internship Program
Get Experience
- Health & Behaviour at Trent University - Courses, program faculty, resources, and more department information.
- Trent Community Research Centre - Students are matched with local organizations to assist with research, planning and other community development projects for course credit.
- Trent University Student Organizations - Get involved in groups that will contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of experience.
Co-op
Complete three paid work terms and graduate with a distinct career advantage. To learn more about co-op, visit the co-op website.
Get Connected
Develop Your Network-get advice about careers from alumni and other professionals
- Connection Tools: Careerspace’s tip sheets and workshops on LinkedIn, networking, and marketing yourself at career events.
- Mentoring/Networking Programs - Programs and events to help you navigate your career options.