Health Educator

Victoria Howard, MPH, CHES®

Temple, TX *****

*********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Healthcare and education professional with over 12 years of leadership in medical training and administration, complemented by a Master of Public Health degree and certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®). Skilled in program development, community outreach, and health education, with a focus on population health strategies and equity-based initiatives. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams, facilitate evidence-based interventions, and drive health improvement programs forward.

SKILLS

- Strategic Program Development

- Community and Industry Engagement

- Externship Coordination & Site Development

- Workforce Training & Continuing Education

- Curriculum Planning & Student Evaluation

- Compliance with Federal and State Regulations

- Health Promotion & Community Outreach

- Public Speaking & Communication

- Team Leadership and Mentoring

- OSHA & FERPA Compliance

- Budget Oversight

- Conflict Resolution and Problem-Solving

- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

EXPERIENCE

Peer and Family Educator – KBR

August 2024 – November 2024

- Delivered educational content to military personnel and families focused on behavioral health, resilience, and reintegration.

- Facilitated peer-led group sessions, providing trauma-informed support and referrals to appropriate services.

- Collaborated with military and community resources to enhance access to care and family readiness support.

Master of Public Health Intern – Bell County Public Health District, Temple, TX

February 2024 – April 2024

- Contributed to local public health initiatives focused on health promotion, community assessment, and disease prevention strategies.

- Assisted in data collection and reporting efforts to support program planning and community education campaigns.

- Supported cross-functional teams in delivering outreach and education to vulnerable populations across Bell County.

Work-Study – Veterans Services, McLennan Community College, Waco, TX

August 2018 – July 2020

- Assisted with data entry, file linking, and general support for student veteran services.

- Provided peer-level support to other student veterans and coordinated with the services advisor.

Associate Director – ProMed Career Institute, Killeen, TX

July 2011 – July 2012

- Directed curriculum development for health-related educational programs.

- Ensured compliance with health education standards and state regulations.

- Collaborated with local businesses and community organizations to promote educational programs and increase enrollment.

Extern Coordinator / Medical Assisting Instructor – ATI Career Training Center, Waco, TX

June 2009 – March 2011

- Implemented health promotion educational activities focusing on hands-on training and compliance with health standards.

- Managed extern sites and evaluations, providing instructional leadership for the medical assisting program.

- Forged and nurtured relationships with healthcare facilities, securing externship sites for students.

Laboratory Tech II – University of Texas Medical Branch, Gatesville, TX

January 2007 – July 2008

- Managed laboratory operations and venipuncture across multiple facilities.

- Maintained logs, inventory, and appointment scheduling for laboratory services.

Medical Technician – Sterling Medical / Darnall Army Hospital, Fort Hood, TX

January 2005 – March 2006

- Provided laboratory services and specimen collection for diverse patient populations.

- Processed and shipped laboratory specimens with attention to accuracy and timeliness.

Phlebotomist – UNT Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX

February 2000 – July 2005

- Delivered phlebotomy services under court order for DNA paternity testing.

- Maintained documentation and chain-of-custody logs for legal use.

Medical Specialist – Texas Army National Guard, Austin, TX

November 1997 – January 2006

- Provided emergency and routine outpatient medical treatment in field and clinical settings.

- Assisted with technical and administrative medical facility management.

EDUCATION

Associate of Health Science – Temple College, Temple, TX – 2025

Master of Public Health – University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Belton, TX – 2024

Bachelor of Science in Public Health – Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH – 2022

Associate of Arts – McLennan Community College, Waco, TX – 2020

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting – McLennan Community College, Waco, TX – 2019

BAAS in Applied Technology and Performance Improvement (not completed) – University of North Texas in Denton – 2011 to 2012

Phlebotomy Certification – Temple College, Temple, TX – 1996

CERTIFICATIONS

BLS Provider CPR – American Heart Association – 2023 to 2025

CHES® – Certified Health Education Specialist – 2024 to 2029

ACPR – Ethics and Human Subject Protection Certification – 2024 to 2028

CCMA – Certified Clinical Medical Assistant – 2019 to Present

NRCMA – Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant – 2011 to 2025

PBT-ASCP Phlebotomy Certification and member – 1996 to Present

COMMUNITY SERVICE

- Director at Large/Veterans Liaison, Moffat Cemetery Association – 2017 to Present

- Participated in community outreach events, including Walk for the Homeless, Bell County Homeless Count, and Salvation Army initiatives.

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