Career questions tagged healthcare
What health clinic or hospital takes 16 yrs old as an intern or volunteer or lets them shadow?
I’m a high school student and i want to either volunteer shadow or intern at a health place but i can’t find any. im 16 looking for a place in manhattan.
How do I create a completly unique non-profit that helps people who don't have proper access to healthcare?
I'm a high school student passionate about improving access to healthcare, especially for those who lack basic necessities. I'm considering starting a non-profit that creates and distributes care kits containing essential items like period pads, heating pads, Tylenol, and similar products. I plan to collaborate with friends and raise awareness through social media. However, I realize that many people with similar goals might be doing something along the same lines. I want to find a way to make a real impact while taking a slightly different, more creative or underserved approach. What are some meaningful alternatives I could explore that still support healthcare access but stand out a bit more?
How can I land a job in the healthcare or research field without a healthcare background?
How can I land a job in the healthcare or research field without a healthcare background after completing a certificate in health data analytics alongside a computer science degree?
Is trying to become a PA risky, because they are oversaturated?Would it be really hard to find a job as a new grad? Is it worth it to go to PA school then?
(I also have these same questions for NPs). I'm worried that if I choose to go to PA school that I will have a hard time finding a job after and regret it. I heard that in rural areas there is high demand, but if I wanted to live in more of a mainstream/bigger city, would I not be able to get a job for a long time? I heard there are also so many more PA programs now that are contributing to the oversaturation. Especially in the later 2030s or 2040s I feel like it might be hard to get a job and that I would regret not choosing another career path.
HBCU, College vs. Medical school, OB/GYN HELP!?
Hi! I live in a random city on the edge of Pennsylvania. I want to know how I could possibly get into an HBCU. Another thing is, I want to know which one i should apply to for the major I’m interested in. That’s also another thing, how do I become an OB/GYN? What do I have to do? What classes do I have to take? Can I get a head start while in high school? Please help!
How to become a CNA as a 17 year old in dallas tx?
im a 17 year old girl who wants to become a neonatal nurse practitioner, and to start my career i want to enter the medical field and get my hands on experience asap.
Are there any recommended remote internship / volunteering programs on health field, writing, and community service?
As an international 10th grader passionate about those fields and the future, I must say it's a bit more challenging to find a good EC or activity that involves international students. Your help, answer, or upvote is much appreciated!
What steps should I take to become a phlebotomist after high school
I’m a high school student interested in working in the medical field, and I want to start with phlebotomy. I’m not sure what certifications or training I need. Any advice would help!
will i have career in biotechnology or biomedical engeeringg or bioinformatics?
I would like to know if biomedical engineering is more suitable than bioinformatics. And I want to know if I choose that, will I have a scope in India and also in other countries.
How do I know the career I pick is the best fit for me ?I don't want to go school and pay tons of money just for me to change my mind.
I know for sure I want to be a Trauma Surgeon or a Civil rights lawyer but I'm having a hard time picking the best one out for me.
How do I start a non-profit or community project?
I am a high school student. I want to create a non-profit or a community project where I help people who don’t have access to proper healthcare. How would I start it? Should I crate a social media page where I document my project? I’ve tried to search it up but it only suggests that I should raise money but I want to do something more than just raise money. Additionally, I would also like it create a branch that would all me to help people suffering from a heart condition because I would like to be a cardiologist in the future and it is the number one cause of death.
Hi! I’m a high school student from El Salvador interested in studying pharmaceutical sciences in college. I’m passionate about community service and would love to start a project, school initiative, or extracurricular activity that could show leadership and help me stand out in college applications. What kind of passion project or community-focused initiative would you recommend that connects with my interest in pharmaceutical sciences or health in general"?
Hi! I’m a high school student from El Salvador interested in studying pharmaceutical sciences in college. I’m passionate about community service and would love to start a project, school initiative, or extracurricular activity that could show leadership and help me stand out in college applications. What kind of passion project or community-focused initiative would you recommend that connects with my interest in pharmaceutical sciences or health in general?" I'm rising senior and don't have much time and I'm really missing something that transmits leadership. I want to start something but, for community work initiatives most of them have been don and I want to be innovative, any ideas?
Do CRNA's really make as much as Google says they do?
I'm in a financial position where I need to aspire to get a job that pays 150k+. Google says that CRNA's fit that criteria, but I'm skeptical.
How do I know if I have the stomach to be an RN/work in critical care?
I consider myself a person with strong tolerance to the sort of unsightly things you find in hospitals, but I know the ICU can be a place that tests anyone. What if I fully dedicate myself to becoming a nurse, only to realize I can't handle the gore?
How do I, a 17 year old, become a CNA for free in Chicago, IL?
How do I (17 year old) become a CNA for free in Chicago, IL? I've always wanted to do something in the medical field. After taking care of my stepdad, who has diabetes, like recording his blood pressure, sealing wounds, and making sure he takes his medicine, I want to become a CNA, but I can't afford to pay for a program. Can someone else tell me?
What should I do when in High School and interested in entering medical field?
What should you do when you're in high school and interested in entering the medical field? Do you have any suggestions on classes I should take in dual enrollment? I am also curious in medical programs, internships, and research? Thank you, any help is greatly appreciated!
What is the difference in the 0-6 program and 2-4 program for PharmD, and which is more beneficial?
Alright, I'm back as a senior now! Getting into the detail for college, I decided I'm going into pharmaceutical science (if they have) or biochemistry. Some schools offer PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy), so I am planning on doing that but there's two paths. One is the direct entry, where I go straight into PharmD for 6 years (0-6 program) , or I go in as undergrad for 2 years through pre-pharm then transfer to PharmD for 4 years (2-4 program). What's like the pros and cons and which one would be more beneficial
what should I do to prepare myself as a sophomore in high school who wants to be a pediatric nurse ?
I wanted to know how I prepare myself for the medical field what should I know ..... and also colleges
Why should I stick to the medical field??
Why does it make sense—or not—for someone like me, who’s stronger in English and history and not really into math, to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically dermatology, even though science isn’t my strongest subject (but not my worst either)? How can I figure out if I’m making the right choice by going down the MD path, or if becoming a PA might be a better option for me?
Does anyone have knowledge of Mercy University, if it’s a good school with ratings, and do you have any information about its accelerated (weekend) nursing program?
Good afternoon my friends, Hi 👋 I hope everyone has a great day today! So I’m continuing my on a BSN nursing program both accelerated and traditional. I’m more than will to apply to another traditional nursing program (I work full time, but, can take 2-3 days off for classes and clinical.) As for an accelerated program, unfortunately I haven’t found any that allows you to continue to work, and most of them seem to be full time day programs. Also, I haven’t been able to find either program that doesn’t require you to retake your prerequisite classes if they are more than 5 years old and some require an entrance exam. My old school had no entrance exam and I took my prerequisite classes with them, I went to school on T/W and clinical is whatever day is picked for you. (You all know what happened with my old school as I explained in previous posts; I did reapply again as I mentioned but it’s a no go to get into the program again, but, at least I still graduated with my BS in LA after I switched majors. Now, I found out about Mercy University from a friend (3 campuses in Manhattan, The Bronx, and West Chester.) They have an accelerated weekend (Friday-Sunday) nursing program, no entrance exams required and there is no expiration date on prerequisite classes. You need to have a C+ or better on your prerequisite classes with a 2.8 GPA. I believe this is the door God is opening for me because I have done such extensive research! I read some ratings and reviews, a couple of people said the program wasn’t the best, etc, while others gave good reviews. I’m feeling a little uneasy now reading this, but, my friend said you can’t go by everything people say. Some will be good, some not so good, she said that’s always the case when it comes to reviews and I haven’t to be the one to make the best decision for me. So what do you think about what my friend said? Does anyone think it’s worth it for what I’m looking for? Does anyone have kid this school and it’s academic experience especially the nursing program? Lastly, if anyone knows of a traditional nursing program as I described that meets the criteria, can you recommend one? Even if it’s a private school, and though I live in Brooklyn, NY, I am willing to travel if need be no more than 2 hours going and coming. Thank you! 🙏 😊
Is dentistry a good job considering how AI is replacing jobs?
Since AI has been continuing to progress at a rapid pace, many jobs have been replaced. Will healthcare or dentistry fall into risk of this?
How can I become a sonographer out of highschool?
I am in 11th grade and want to pursue sonography how can I get into the field? MN
How to see if my old CNA license is good ?
My name is Tiffany and I have over 10 yrs plus experience in the healthcare/home health care fields..i want to further my education so I can help the elderly in there homes not just as a aid/CNA but as a traveling physical therapist..it sounds exciting to me
How did you go about becoming a doctor or any career in the health science/healthcare field??
I am a freshman in high school looking to be in the health science field when I grow up.
Can I dream to be a surgeon even though I am really bad at drawing ?
I am currently a physiology student but I plan on getting my M.D when I'm done with this degree
how do I get a head start on a forensic nursing career/pathway in the 9th grade?
I'm in the 9th grade in high school wanting to start my pathway/career early
Will I actually like being a nurse or will I hate it??
I feel like if I do it, I won't like it seriously. I don't want to do a career I don't like
Should I really become a pediatric nurse? is it worth it?
will it be worth my time?
Is there a major that fulfills most medical school requirements without being a pre-med program?
I'm unsure if I want to attend medical school in the future, but I’d like to be prepared—while still earning a degree that leads to a good job if I choose a different path.
Is it common for surgical technologists become surgeons, or do they just enjoy the assisting? If you are in surgical technology, what is your favorite part of the job? #Spring25
Is it common for surgical technologists become surgeons, or do they just enjoy the assisting? If you are in surgical technology, what is your favorite part of the job?#Spring25