Courtney Klopfenstein, MPH Policy, has a diverse work experience in the field of health and policy. Courtney is currently working as a Research Associate at the American Institutes for Research, where they support the research team in various activities including research, analysis, program assessments, project evaluation, and technical assistance tasks related to government healthcare programs and long-term health care. Courtney also has experience as a Proposal Coordinator and Project Manager for a $2 million project.
Prior to their current role, Courtney worked as a Physician Programs Project Manager at Massachusetts General Hospital and as a Health Policy Fellow at the University of Iowa Health Care. In these positions, they gained expertise in managing and coordinating projects and programs related to healthcare.
Courtney has also worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Rural Policy Research Institute, where they contributed to research projects in the field of rural health policy. Courtney has interned at the Iowa Medical Society, where they gained experience in policy advocacy and support. Additionally, they have experience as a Director at Iowa Elite Cheerleading and as an Intern/Volunteer at the Youth Justice Initiative.
Overall, Courtney Klopfenstein's work experience demonstrates their proficiency in health policy research, program management, project coordination, and policy advocacy.
Courtney Klopfenstein, MPH Policy, has a diverse education history. In 2018, they completed their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree with a major in Health and Human Physiology, specifically focusing on Health Studies, at the University of Iowa. During their undergraduate studies, they also pursued a minor in Business Administration and Management, General, from the same institution.
Following their undergraduate degree, Courtney went on to obtain a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree with a specialization in Policy from the University of Iowa College of Public Health. Courtney attended this program from 2018 to 2020, further expanding their knowledge and expertise in the field of public health.
In 2018, Courtney also took the opportunity to enrich their educational background by attending Maastricht University. Although their degree is not specified, they focused on Health Literacy and European Public Health during their time there.
To further enhance their professional qualifications, Courtney pursued a Certification in Certified Professional Project Manager (CPPM) from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business in 2021. Courtney successfully completed this certification in October 2021.
Overall, Courtney Klopfenstein's education history demonstrates their commitment to gaining expertise in public health policy, health studies, and project management.
April 1, 2024 - present
December, 2021