4E0X1 - PUBLIC HEALTH AFSC Enlisted

Summary

Whether they’re active in the field or performing duties on base, the safety of our Airmen is a top priority. It’s the job of Public Health specialists to protect our forces from a vast array of illness and disease by minimizing health risks within our community. Responsible for everything from educating Airmen on safety procedures and food inspection to investigating hazardous materials and sanitary standards, these professionals perform public health activities ensuring that our Airmen remain healthy on bases all over the world.

What You’ll Do

• Control disease transmission through patient interviews, investigations and community outreach programs.
• Conduct food safety and defense programs.
• Assess risks associated with production, transportation, storage, preparation and serving of food.
• Advise healthcare providers on workplace hazards.
• Oversee medical clearances for deploying personnel.

Duties

• Provide quality patient care and treatment according to specialty.
• Conduct medical examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintain patient medical records and documentation.
• Implement preventive medicine programs and health initiatives.
• Train and supervise medical personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic biological and physical sciences
• Normal color vision
• Must pass reading aloud test (RAT)
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehicles
• Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
• Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• BASIC MILITARY TRAINING: 7.5 weeks
• TECHNICAL TRAINING: 47 days
• TECH SCHOOL LOCATION: Wright Patterson AFB, OH
• STATUS UPON COMPLETION: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Public Health Technology

Minimum Education

You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air National Guard
• Air Force Reserve