Interested in saving lives and seeking cures? Like helping people? Want a job with endless learning opportunities?
You'll be in demand, because Maryland and many other states face a major shortage of skilled health care workers.
In the health field, you’ll find dozens of familiar occupations -- doctor, physical therapist, nurse, EMT, pharmacist -- and plenty more you might not know about: medical librarian, medical equipment technician, health information encoder. Learn more...
#74 There are more job openings for RNs (Registered Nurses) than for any other occupation.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
#18 Name three allied health programs available at Maryland career schools.
(Hint: Look at the MD Higher Education Commission's website on career schools and use the links at the top to search by 'training type'.)
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WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Because of the wide variety of occupations, requirements for a health career depend on the job. In general, you’ll need a strong background in reading, writing, math and science, although for some jobs (such as being a social worker) other skills may matter more.
WHAT YOU CAN BE
| Case manager |
Licensed Practical Nurse | Physician |
| Chiropractor | Medical administrative assistant |
Psychologist |
| Dental hygenist |
Occupational or physical therapist | Registered nurse |
| Dietician | Opthamologist | Respiratory therapist |
| Health insurance manager | Optometrist | Social worker |
| Laboratory technician |
Pharmacist | Veterinarian |
Information on health careers:
http://www.teens4hire.org/healthservices.asp (click “Health Services”)
http://www.healthcareerweb.com/
Profiles of jobs in the healthcare industry:
http://healthcare.monster.com/articles/jobprofiles/
http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/kidscareers/appendixB.htm
Nursing information: http://www.allnursingschools.com/
Find nursing programs in your area
Maryland Board of Nursing: http://www.mbon.org/main.php
Links to high school programs in healthcare if you live in:
Anne Arundel County
Garrett County
Harford County
Montgomery County
Volunteer at Johns Hopkins Hospital: http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/volunteer/
See job openings at Maryland Hospitals
Information on Maryland nursing scholarships: here and here (.pdf files)
Janet L. Hoffman Loan Assistance Repayment Program – for teachers, nurses & lawyers
Scholarship search for nursing and allied health students
Scholarships offered by the National Institute of Health
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