AddressCaring for the health of our Airmen also means helping preclude illness before it can affect our community. Responsible for preventing and controlling the spread of disease, Public Health Officers constantly monitor conditions and potential health threats. These specialists carefully follow disease trends and identify Public Health issues in order to maintain the health of our Airmen around the globe.
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARYMINIMUM EDUCATION
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or master's degree in Public Health (MPH/MSPH) plus a bachelor's degree in a biological science
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of the basic Public Health Officer (PHO) course and the Contingency Preventive Medicine (CPM) course
- Minimum of 24 months on active duty filling a Public Health Officer position
- Completion of 5.5 week Officer Training School
- Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 42 nd birthday
