Target 8 | Career Callings

Achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential healthcare services and access to safe, effective, quality, and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all.

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Community Health Clinics: Provide primary care services and health education to community members, with a focus on preventive care.
Community Health Worker Organizations: Train and deploy community health workers to provide basic health services, health education, and facilitate access to healthcare resources.
Patient Advocacy Groups: Advocate for the rights and access to healthcare services for specific patient populations at the community level.
Community-Based Health Insurance Initiatives: Develop and promote community-based health insurance programs to improve financial access to healthcare services.
Local Nonprofit Health Organizations: Focus on providing access to essential health services for vulnerable populations.
Women's and Maternal Health Organizations: Concentrate on improving women's health and maternal healthcare services at the community level.
Health Education Initiatives: Focus on health education and promotion, providing information to empower communities to make informed decisions about their health.
Community Health Promotion Campaigns: Raise awareness about preventive healthcare measures, screenings, and the importance of regular health check-ups.
Community-Based Organizations: Address various health and social issues, including advocating for improved access to healthcare services.
Local Health Coalitions: Healthcare providers, organizations, and residents work collectively to improve health outcomes and access to care.

Training

Public Health Programs: Offer a broad understanding of health issues, epidemiology, health policy, and healthcare management, preparing students for roles that contribute to universal health care.
Health Administration and Management Programs: Focus on equipping students with skills in healthcare management, policy analysis, and strategic planning, preparing them for leadership roles in organizations working towards universal health care.
Health Policy and Advocacy Programs: Provide students with the knowledge and skills to analyze, develop, and advocate for policies that contribute to universal health care.
Global Health Programs: Provide an international perspective on health challenges and equip students to work on initiatives that address healthcare disparities and support universal health care.
Health Economics Programs: Focus on understanding the economic aspects of healthcare systems, preparing students to contribute to the development of sustainable and inclusive health financing models.
Community Health Worker Training Programs: Train individuals to work at the community level, providing basic healthcare services, health education, and support to promote universal health care.
Nursing and Nurse Practitioner Programs: Prepare students to deliver essential healthcare services, with a focus on primary care and preventive measures that align with universal health care goals.
Medical and Healthcare Education Programs: Train educators in healthcare, including those focused on developing and implementing programs that promote health awareness and preventive care.
Health Informatics and Data Analytics Programs: Equip students with skills in data analysis and information management, crucial for evidence-based decision-making in healthcare organizations working towards universal health care.
Social Work Programs: Provide training in addressing social determinants of health and connecting individuals to resources, supporting the holistic approach to universal health care.

Occupations

Healthcare Administrators and Managers: Oversee the operations of healthcare facilities and implementing strategies to improve access to healthcare services.
Public Health Specialists: Design and implement programs to address community health needs and promote universal health care.
Health Policy Analysts: Study and assess healthcare policies, advocating for changes that can enhance healthcare accessibility and affordability.
Health Economists: Study the economic aspects of healthcare systems, including funding mechanisms and resource allocation, to support the development of sustainable and inclusive health systems.
Community Health Workers: Provide basic healthcare services, health education, and advocacy at the community level, contributing to UHC initiatives.
Nurses and Nurse Practitioners: Deliver primary care services and promote preventive healthcare practices.
Physicians and General Practitioners: Provide clinical care, diagnose illnesses, and contribute to the overall health and well-being of communities.
Health Educators: Develop and implement educational programs to promote health awareness and preventive care within communities.
Social Workers: Address social determinants of health, connecting individuals and communities to resources that contribute to better health outcomes.
Patient Advocates: Advocate for patients' rights, ensuring that individuals have access to quality healthcare services and supporting them in navigating the healthcare system.

Back to Goal 3 Targets

Achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential healthcare services and access to safe, effective, quality, and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all.

Could this be your career mission? Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.