Employer Recognition cont. Midha Medical Clinic
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Midha Medical Clinic demonstrates a longstanding commitment to evidence-based health education and chronic disease prevention through its nationally certified staff and community-focused programming. The clinic’s Diabetes Educator has maintained the ad- vanced MCHES® credential since 2012, bringing nationally recognized expertise in health promotion, behavior change, and patient education to the organization’s diabetes prevention efforts. Midha Medical’s Lifestyle Coach and Diabetes Educator lead a high-quality Diabetes Preven- tion Program that has achieved CDC Full Plus recognition for meeting rigor- ous national standards. Through participation in the National Diabetes Pre- vention Program and the American Diabetes Association’s Project Power initiative, the clinic works to improve health outcomes in both underserved populations and the broader community by strengthening prevention efforts and advancing long-term wellness through evidence-based education and support. Minnesota State University, Mankato Minnesota State University supports professional development and recognizes the value of nationally certified health education specialists across academic and student health settings. CHES® certification is preferred for Health Science Professor positions and for health educators within Student Health Services, reflecting the university’s commitment to evi- dence-based health education and professional excellence. Employees rep- resented through bargaining units have access to professional development funding that may be used toward continuing education and certification renewal. By supporting ongoing learning and credential maintenance, Minnesota State helps strengthen workforce expertise and advance quality health education for its campus community.
Indiana University, South Bend Indiana University South Bend — School of Health Sciences supports professional development and recog- nizes the value of nationally certified health education specialists by providing financial assistance for con- tinuing education and certification renewal. The campus and School of Health Sciences also offer profess- ional opportunities that help faculty and staff strengthen their skills, maintain credentials, and stay current with best practices in health education and promotion.
Celebrating National Public Health Week 2026
NCHEC was pleased to present The Value of Health Education Specialists: Exploring Career Options within the Profession, Part 4 on April 4, 2026. This moti-vational webinar built on the success of the series and offered participants a dynamic look at the expanding opportunities within the health education and promotion field. Panelists represented a diverse range of sectors, including mental health and wellness, academia and school health, healthcare and health communications, epidemiology, and community health. Each speaker shared a "day-in-the-life" perspective from their sector, discussed the essential skills needed for success, and provided practical advice for individuals entering or advancing within the profession.
The webinar concluded with an engaging live Q&A session, where panelists responded to thoughtful questions from attendees. The event offered a positive and encouraging outlook on the future of the health education workforce, underscoring the critical role both CHES® and MCHES® will continue to play across evolving public health landscapes.
For those who were unable to attend the live event, the full recording is available on NCHEC’s YouTube page!
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