Gretchen Niemann

Gretchen Niemann has a diverse range of work experience. Gretchen started working as a Health Promotion Specialist Intern at the McLean County Health Department in 2011. Gretchen then took on the role of Marketing Intern at Northwestern Memorial Hospital for a few months before becoming a SWAT Member at Illinois State University. In 2012, Gretchen worked as an Intern at CHEW Chicago Inc., where they wrote health and wellness blogs, assisted with corporate wellness workshops, and updated social media sites. Gretchen also briefly served as the General Manager at LifeStart Wellness Network before becoming the District Wellness Specialist at Homer School District 33C. From 2016 to 2018, Gretchen worked at the American Academy of Pediatrics as a Safety & Health Promotion Specialist, where they were responsible for various communication and project coordination tasks. Gretchen then transitioned to the role of Program Manager for Adolescent Sexual Health Initiatives, providing assistance and support to CDC-funded local education agencies. In their most recent position at the American Academy of Pediatrics, Gretchen served as the Manager of School Health Initiatives, overseeing special projects and national public health programs.

Gretchen Niemann has a Master's degree in Health Studies from the University of Alabama, which they obtained from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, they completed their undergraduate education at Illinois State University, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Community Health Education from 2007 to 2012. Gretchen also attended Providence Catholic High School from 2003 to 2007, although the specific degree and field of study for that period are not provided.

In terms of additional certifications, Gretchen obtained a Certified Biomechanics Trainer certification from Intelligent Training Systems in July 2012. Gretchen also earned a Certified Health Education Specialist certification in April 2012. There is no information available about the institution where they obtained this certification. Additionally, it is mentioned that Gretchen has a Certified Nurse's Assistant certification, but the details of the institution and the month and year of obtaining it are unknown. Finally, they have certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Aed, but no information is provided on where and when they obtained these certifications.