Inserção dos sanitaristas egressos da graduação em Saúde Coletiva no mundo do trabalho.

Abstract

The world of work is undergoing significant transformations, including changes in work objects and the forms of professional integration for workers. The Bachelor of Public Health degree recently completed a decade of existence in the Brazilian context and faces challenges regarding the professional integration of its graduates. This study investigated 244 Public Health graduates across Brazil to understand their professional integration, main areas of work, salary range, employment ties, and other aspects of their profile in the labor market. Data collection involved a self-administered questionnaire distributed via email and social media. The data analysis revealed that 47% of the surveyed professionals are working in their field of study. Health management is the most common area of employment for these professionals, with individual earnings predominantly ranging from two to three times the minimum wage. The results highlight the need to monitor the career paths of graduates while strengthening professional regulation and recognition. Despite advancements such as the approval of the Public Health Professional's Occupational Classification (CBO), challenges like job instability and low job satisfaction remain significant.