Graduate Assistant Resume
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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION
MPH, Public Health Science
Jackson State University, Jackson, MS –
B.S., Psychology
Jackson State University, Jackson, MS –
Aerobic and Fitness Instructor
International Fitness Association, -
Certification in General Industry Outreach Training
Professional Safety Services, Jackson, MS –
Certification in Public Health Emergency Preparedness
South Central Center for Public Health Preparedness, Vicksburg, MS-
RELATED COURSEWORK
Public Health Promotion • Risk Assessment • Environmental and Occupational Health • Industrial Hygiene • Research and evaluation in Childhood obesity • Research and evaluation in HIV/AIDS Research in India &#; Group Dynamics and Public Health Intervention Training in China &#;
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
American Lung Association of Mississippi– Ridgeland, MS,
INTERN
Assisted the Executive Deputy Director of the American Lung Association with environmental issues related to individuals suffering from asthma and other respiratory illnesses. Attended Asthma Coalition Meetings to gain input and insight on asthma related conditions and programs throughout the public health districts in Mississippi. Developed a program for emergency preparedness for individuals with asthma and respiratory illnesses in natural and man-made disasters such as hurricanes and tornadoes.
BETTINA L. HENDERSON
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Walter Payton Health and Wellness Center/Office of Compliance – Jackson, MS, -
Aerobic Fitness Assistant and Graduate Assistant to Office of Compliance
Assisted clients with nutritional assessments and proper weight training techniques and taught fitness and aerobic classes. Planned and organized scheduled meetings for coaching staff. Administered training for student athletes and coaches on NCAA and SWAC rules and regulations for all sports and sport related issues.
Ronald E. McNair Program – Jackson, MS, -
INTERN
Conducted research and analyzed database entry on childhood obesity among African American children and adults.
Simply Fashions Department Store – Jackson, MS,
ASSOCIATE MANAGER
Supervised employees on sales transactions and inventory control and assisted customers with clothing apparel and promotional sales items.
Lee’s Factory Outlet- Jackson, MS, -
SALES ASSOCIATE
Answered telephone sales, assisted customers with clothing apparel and sales transactions and promoted sales of promotional items.
McRae’s Department Store, Jackson, MS, -
SALES ASSOCIATE
Answered telephone sales, assisted customers with clothing apparel and handled sales transactions and promoted sales of promotional items.
VALUABLE SKILLS
• Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint • Word Perfect • Data Entry • Writing grant proposals • Verbal and written communication skills • Planning • Follow-through • Independent/team player with the capacity to lead as well as follow • Ability to work with diverse personalities&#; Evaluator of Research Operations&#; Statistical Software Analysis Training &#; Detail Oriented
