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Knowledge Areas

Learn about the most important knowledge areas for Epidemiologists. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each knowledge area.

Importance*More Info
1.English Language83
2.Mathematics77
3.Medicine and Dentistry71
Biology71
5.Computers and Electronics68
6.Education and Training60
7.Sociology and Anthropology56
8.Psychology50
Customer and Personal Service50
Administration and Management50
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Knowledge Area Scores

English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
83
73
Write a thank you noteEdit a feature article in a local newspaperTeach a college English class
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
77
68
Add two numbersAnalyze data to determine areas with the highest salesDerive a complex mathematical equation
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
71
50
Use a band-aidFill a tooth cavityPerform open heart surgery
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
71
65
Feed domestic animalsInvestigate the effects of pollution on marine plants and animalsIsolate and identify a new virus
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
68
64
Operate a VCR to watch a pre-recorded training tapeUse a word processorCreate a program to scan computer disks for viruses
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
60
67
Show someone how to bowlLead a quality improvement seminarDesign a training program for new employees
Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
56
55
Identify two cultures in a story as being differentWrite a pamphlet about cultural differencesCreate a new theory about the development of civilizations
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
50
51
Monitor several children on a playgroundUnderstand the impact of alcohol on human responsesTreat a person with severe mental illness
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
50
57
Process customer dry-cleaning drop offWork as a day care aide supervising 10 childrenRespond to a citizen's request for assistance after a major disaster
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
50
47
Sign a pay voucherMonitor progress of a project to ensure timely completionManage a $10 million company