North Carolina Public Health Career – NC

By allied health world contributing writer
Published: February, 14 2010

Steps to Become a Public Health Professional in North Carolina

Those considering North Carolina public health careers should first decide what type of education to obtain: Associates degree, Bachelors degree, postgraduate degree, nursing degree, medical degree, etc. Second research programs that offer the degree you are pursuing.

Associate's degree opportunities may include, but are not limited to certified nursing assistant, phlebotomist, clinical laboratory technician, environmental science technician/invasive species control, water resources management, computer information technology, surveying technology and more.

Bachelor's degree programs for individuals seeking to pursue degrees in public health may include nursing, medical technology, biological sciences, business management, environmental and molecular toxicology, environmental sciences, social work, family and consumer sciences, politics and public administration, etc.
Postgraduate degree opportunities include medical doctor, nurse practitioner, social worker, research scientist, counselor, public administrator, marketing etc.

The commitment to work in the field of community and public health is more important than the actual degree. Many degree programs require internship opportunities this is a great way to gain entrance into the field by working for a state or community public health organization.

Public Health Licensure in North Carolina

North Carolina does not require its public health workers to be certified, however some professionals such as nurses, doctors, dentists, laboratory technologists and social workers to require licensure. For more information contact the individual licensing agency for each profession.


Nursing Licensure:

Physical address:
North Carolina Board of Nursing
3724 National Drive
Glenwood Place Office Complex
Camden Building, Suite 201
Raleigh, North Carolina 27612

Correspondence address:
North Carolina Board of Nursing
P.O.Box 2129
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602-2129
Phone: 919-782-3211
Fax: 919-781-9461
www.ncbon.com

The North Carolina Board of Medicine regulates the practice of medical doctors.

Medical Doctor Licensure

Physical address:
North Carolina Medical Board
1203 Front Street
Raleigh, NC 27609-7533
Phone: 919-326-1100
Toll free: 800-253-9653
http://www.ncmedboard.org

Correspondence address:
North Carolina Medical Board
P.O. Box 20007
Raleigh, NC 27619

The North Carolina Board of Dental Examiners regulates dentists and dental hygienists in the State.

Dentistry Licensure
The North Carolina Board of Dental Examiners
507 Airport Blvd.
Suite 105
Morrisville, NC 27560
Phone: 919-678-8223
Fax: 919-678-8472
http://www.ncdentalboard.org
info@ncdentalboard.org

The North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board regulates the social work practice.

Social Workers Licensure

Physical address:
The National Social Work Certification and Licensure Board
1207 S. Cox Street, Suite F
Asheboro, NC 27203
Phone: 336-625-1679
Fax: 336-625-4246
e-mail: swboard@asheboro.com
website: http://70.61.113.172/

Correspondence address:
NC Social Work Certification Licensure Board
P.O. Box 1043
Asheboro, NC 27204