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Nontraditional Careers for Doctoral-Level Practitioners.

Melissa J Kenzig¹, Alexandra DeSorbo², Swannie Jett³

¹American Public University, Charles Town, WV, USA mkenzig@hotmail.com.

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Summary

Doctoral degrees in public health offer diverse career paths beyond academia. This commentary explores non-traditional roles, highlighting how professionals leverage doctoral skills in leadership and various sectors.

Keywords:

career development/professional preparation development training workforce

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Area of Science:

Public Health
Higher Education
Career Development

Background:

Traditionally, doctoral degrees are pursued for academic teaching and research positions.
Doctoral education equips individuals with versatile skills applicable to diverse professional settings.
Non-academic career opportunities for public health professionals with doctoral degrees are expanding.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss nontraditional career trajectories for individuals holding doctoral degrees in public health.
To highlight the applicability of doctoral-level skills in leadership and non-academic sectors.
To provide insights from public health professionals who have pursued non-traditional career paths.

Main Methods:

This commentary features insights from three public health professionals.
Personal narratives detail the decision to pursue a doctoral degree.
Experiences illustrate the application of doctoral skills in non-traditional roles.

Main Results:

Doctoral degrees in public health prepare professionals for leadership roles in public, private, and nonprofit organizations.
The skills acquired during doctoral studies are transferable to a wide range of career paths outside academia.
Case examples demonstrate successful transitions into diverse professional fields.

Conclusions:

Doctoral education in public health provides a robust foundation for varied career opportunities.
Public health professionals with doctoral degrees can successfully apply their expertise in leadership and non-traditional sectors.
Exploring diverse career paths is crucial for maximizing the impact of public health doctoral training.