Heather Killian

Heather Killian is an Adjunct Professor at the University of the Cumberlands with over 25 years of experience in health education and promotion. She teaches public health classes and drug abuse prevention in local public schools.

Expertise: Health education, wellness training, disease and disaster prevention, first aid instruction, and child advocacy services.

• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®)
• Director of a Children’s Advocacy Center in western Pennsylvania
• Trainer for AmeriCorps National Service Program and American Red Cross

Research Trends: Focuses on community health empowerment, child abuse prevention, and public health education strategies.

Academic Awards:

• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®)
• Founding Member of AmeriCorps National Service Program

Community Engagement: Coordinates multidisciplinary teams for child advocacy and provides health education to diverse populations.