Identify health careers.

Identification may include the following:

  • Biomedical engineers
  • Certified nurse aides
  • Chaplains
  • Dentists/hygienists/assistants
  • Dieticians
  • Licensed practical nurses
  • Medical assistants
  • Nurse practitioners
  • Nutritionists
  • Opticians/technicians
  • Patient care technicians
  • Pharmacists
  • Physical/occupational therapists
  • Physician assistants
  • Physicians
  • Psychiatrists
  • Psychologists
  • Registered nurses
  • Respiratory therapists
  • Social workers
  • Speech pathologists

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is it important to explore different career options available in health and medical sciences?
  • What resources can be used to explore healthcare career options in your community? In the state?
  • What types of educational requirements are needed for selected healthcare careers? What educational institutions in your region would offer education or training for your selected career options?
  • Within your community, how do your selected healthcare careers differ in job outlook? In advancement opportunities?
  • What are the statewide job outlook and advancement opportunities for your selected career options?
  • What forms of financial aid are available?