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The Better You!

The Better You!. The Evolution of an Enhanced Environmental Health Officer. LT Daveta L. Bailey Consumer Safety Officer FDA/ORA Raleigh, NC USPHS Scientific & Training Symposium 2012. Introduction. Who are we?

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The Better You!

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  1. The Better You! The Evolution of an Enhanced Environmental Health Officer LT Daveta L. Bailey Consumer Safety Officer FDA/ORA Raleigh, NC USPHS Scientific & Training Symposium 2012

  2. Introduction • Who are we? • Environmental health is defined as "the discipline that focuses on the health interrelationships between people and their environment, promotes human health and well-being, and fosters a safe and healthy environment." (NACCHO, 2012) • What is expected of EHO’s? • To provide a safe and healthy environment for every community • Why we must evolve? • We owe it to the Sanitarians before us to continue to grow and enhance our craft. People are counting on us to be competent and aggressive in protecting the health of their families.

  3. Shifting Gears…. Ladies and Gentlemen start your engines… What do I need to reach my desired outcome? • Education/Learning • Professional Tool Kit • Leadership Plan • SMART Goals • Challenging Goals • Action Plan • Monitor/Evaluate *** Special Note: How often should I conduct my self evaluation? Answer: Annually (Finish your COER- update your plan)

  4. Starting on your path… • Educational Programs Education, training and professional development counts 15% towards your promotion precepts • Recognized academic Programs • MBA, MPA, MS, MPH • Newer programs that enhance our skills set • Global Health • Bioterrorism • Educational Delivery • Traditional Classroom • Executive Weekend Programs • Online Programs • Certifications & Certificates • Graduate Certificates • Registered Environmental Health Sanitarian, (REHS) • Certified Food Safety Professional, (CFSP) • Certified Emergency Manager, (CEM)

  5. Where the rubber meets the road.. • Finding the program that’s right for you • Network… check with local officers in your area • HHS Program • American University • George Washington University • Paying for the program • GI Bill • Benefits • 9/11 = little to no out of pocket expenses • Supports non-degree programs • Helps pay for books and supplies • Sharing information about program • Be a role model and mentor!

  6. Conclusion After hearing this presentation, I hope that I have .. • Helped you think about why you should further your education • Provided you with resources to help you locate a program and pay for it with a minimal amount of money out of pocket • Ushered you onto your path to becoming a more confidentand competent leader and Environmental Health Officer. Question for participants: Have I helped motivate you into furthering your “Performance Potential” today? Contact Information Daveta L. Bailey Daveta.bailey@fda.hhs.gov 919-856-4474 ext 102

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