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YOUR PATH TO BECOMING A DOCTOR
By Johnathan D. Kindall
f you’re reading this guide and thinking about becoming
already? Which are the best medical programs, and how
a doctor, you probably already know that there’s a lot
many exams do you have to pass to start practicing?
of work ahead of you. Physicians are one of the most
This article – as well as many of the resources and programs
respected and well-paid professions for a reason - it
featured elsewhere in this guide – aims to answer these
takes years upon years of education, training and work
questions. Take a look at this roadmap, and start planning
before one can even call themself a doctor, let alone start
your future as a doctor today!
practicing medicine. However, when it comes to medical school, it can be hard
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1. PREPARE YOURSELF IN HIGH SCHOOL
to know where to start. Just how many steps are there to
If you’re a teen and already know that you want to enter
becoming a doctor? Should you have started preparing
into the healthcare field when you get older, then there is no
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time like the present to begin preparing. In fact, there are
It’s not all about grades though. If you’re planning to
a number of things you can do right now in high school to
become a doctor then there’s some other work you need
begin preparing yourself for a career in medicine.
to do as well. Firstly, you need to be sure and establish
For starters, you need to make sure to keep relatively high
relationships with professors and other mentors. These
grades. At this point in your academic career, it’s not just
adults – who are likely former medical professionals or
about getting high marks in the maths and sciences; no, you
practicing doctors themselves – can not only write you
also need to make sure that your grades in the humanities
recommendations when it comes time for medical school,
and other subjects are high enough to get you into a college
but will also give you leads on jobs and other opportunities.
of your choice. Of course, there are all kinds of pre-med
The other thing you need to try and do is attempt to get
programs out there for students of all different skill levels
real-life experience outside of the classroom. Just like in
and types, but, generally, a teen interested in a career in
high school, extracurriculars and internships can be vital in
medicine needs to be an above average student, even in
college, and such items on a resume can be the difference
high school. Your standardized test results will also likely
between acceptance and rejection to a medical school.
be important (though probably not as important as they
While grades are important, most medical schools use a
might’ve been a few years ago).
holistic approach when considering applicants, meaning
The next best thing you can do while still in high school
that admissions officials are looking for all sorts of things
to prepare for a career in medicine is to join extracurricular
– grades, research experience, community service, former
clubs related to healthcare. If your school is large or
jobs and more – to see if you’ll be a good fit for their program.
specialized enough to have a pre-med club or other organization dedicated specifically to medicine, then be sure
3. PASS THE MCAT
to become an active member. If such things aren’t an option,
Administered 30 times a year and taking nearly 8 hours to
many schools have general science clubs or competition
complete, the MCAT is a comprehensive multiple-choice
teams too, and these are great to join as well, even if the
examination that measures a student’s preparedness for
organization isn’t specifically healthcare focussed.
medical school (in fact, that’s even what the test stands for:
If your school’s options are really limited, consider an out-
the Medical College Admissions Test). Students hoping to
of-school enrichment program with a healthcare focus (for
pursue a career in medicine must take and pass the MCAT in
some of the best programs of this type, turn to the back
their junior year of college.
of this guide). This can be a pre-college course, a summer
Sections on the MCAT include biology, chemistry, physical
program or even a gap year activity. These healthcare
foundations of living systems, psychological behavior and much
enrichment opportunities not only look great on college
much more. Many students use study guides, books, tutors
resumes but also give you a leg up and will help prepare for
and prep courses to prepare themselves for the test, spending
the rigorous schooling still ahead.
hundreds if not thousands of hours studying beforehand.
2. COMPLETE YOUR UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE
4. APPLY TO MEDICAL SCHOOL
The next step is a logical one; to become a doctor you must
Your next step on the path to becoming a doctor is to begin
first obtain a four-year undergraduate degree, in most
applying to medical schools. Lots of students do this during
cases a Bachelor of Science. There is no set requirement
their senior year of undergraduate study, but many may
for undergraduate majors at most medical schools, but The
also take a gap year as well (either for financial reasons or
College Board recommends biology, chemistry, pre-med and
because they need a break).
exercise science as good options for students interested in further healthcare education.
At this stage in your road to becoming a doctor, you’ll definitely want to do some research. You’ll likely already
In addition to a related area of study, most medical
have a general idea of what field you’d like to specialize in,
schools require coursework in biology, chemistry (organic
so be sure to look for programs and universities that have
and inorganic), math and physics to start, with associated
degrees that match your interests and goals.
labs required for each. It’s important to keep your grades
Whenever you decide to apply, be sure to send your
up as well – perfection is not expected, but medical school
application out to no fewer than a dozen different medical
applications are competitive, and every few GPA points
schools. This optimizes your chances of getting in and is
count.
common practice for many. Since almost all medical schools
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It’s not all about grades though. If you’re planning to become a doctor then there’s some other work you need to do as well. in the U.S. use the American Medical College Application
last anywhere between three and seven years depending on
Service (AMCAS), you’ll likely only need to submit one
speciality.
application which will then be automatically distributed to each of the institutions you’re interested in.
Residencies can take you anywhere in the country, and, while you will be able to designate preferences for your placement, the decision is ultimately out of your
5. ATTEND MEDICAL SCHOOL
hands. Instead, the National Resident Matching Program
Once you’ve been accepted to a medical school (oftentimes
(NRMP) connects programs across the country with young
after a long, grueling process that includes a number of
professionals based on clinic needs and student experience.
interviews and specialized secondary applications), it’s
Residencies are paid, though the salary is not nearly as high
time to start on your next four years of schooling. Don’t be
as that of an licensed physician.
tricked into thinking that these four years will be similar to
Before completing your residency, you will also need to
undergrad though – in medical school, there are a lot more
take and pass the third and final part of the United States
licenses to earn and decisions to be made.
Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), which covers
Though each school sets its own curriculum, your first
clinical management and safe medical practices.
two years of medical school will largely be classroom-based work. After that, before entering your third year of studies,
7. RECEIVE YOUR FINAL CERTIFICATIONS
you will need to pass the first of three parts in the United
Once your medical education is complete, there are a
States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE). This first
few more steps you’ll have to take before officially calling
section, which covers basic medical principles, determines
yourself a doctor.
if you’re ready to continue your schooling and actually begin working in healthcare under supervision.
First, you’ll need to obtain board certification in your chosen speciality. There are 24 different medical boards
In your third year of medical school, you will begin going
that grant certifications for all kinds of specialities and
on “rotations” within different medical settings. This will
subspecialties. These boards often require a written and
help you further determine your speciality as well as give
oral examination, and some even require recertification
you hands-on experience with patients and the healthcare
after a certain number of years have passed.
world at large. You will also begin to do significant research work during this time.
After that, you’ll also need to obtain a state license to practice where you live. You’ll have to keep up to date on
In your fourth year of medical school, you will take elective
the latest medical procedures and research too, as medical
classes that are related to your chosen specialty. You will also
knowledge is constantly and rapidly changing. In fact, you’ll
need to pass the second part of the United States Medical
probably find that the information you learned all the way
Licensing Examination (USMLE), which covers disease
back in undergraduate school is already going out of style
development and clinical diagnoses, before proceeding
by this point!
along your path to becoming a doctor. After that, your time in the classroom will come to a close.
CONCLUSION
If all goes according to plan, you’ll have graduated from
Only now, after 10+ years of school and a half dozen nail-
medical school! However, there’s still a few more steps (and
biting exams, will you finally have earned the right to call
years) to go before you can call yourself a doctor.
yourself a doctor. Congratulations! Is it worth it? For most in the profession, the answer is yes.
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6. COMPLETE YOUR RESIDENCY
Not only is the job rewarding and well paid, but you get the
In your final year of medical school, after you’ve narrowed
benefit of knowing you’re helping people and making the
down your medical speciality, you will be matched with a
world a better place. The decision to become a doctor is not
residency program that matches your interests. A residency,
one to take lightly though, so if you’re considering it, take a
which acts like a required internship of sorts for doctors
close look at this roadmap and be sure you know what’s in
who are between medical school and their own practice, can
store. Best of luck!
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FOR YOU TO EXPLORE: 21 DIFFERENT NURSING CAREERS
urses are a vital part of the healthcare industry.
Clearly then there are lots of options - all of which we’ll
In addition to being the primary care provider
explore in further detail below. As any practicing nurse
for patients of all kinds, nurses are key to both
will tell you, each career has its own unique path and
patient satisfaction and treatment outcomes.
challenges. Most if not all of these career paths require a
In
Bachelor of Science, and some require further schooling and
short:
the
healthcare
industry
would
struggle to function at all without nurses. For this reason, there will always be demand for nursing professionals. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor has indicated that more than 200,000 nursing jobs will become available
Here’s 21 different career paths that students interested in nursing can consider!
in the next 10 years. Clearly, even though COVID-19 brought
1: ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE
a whole new host of challenges to the medical profession
A type of nurse who treats and diagnoses patients.
and to nurses in particular, nursing is still one of the most
They may also prescribe medications and can often be a
popular career options in the healthcare industry and in the
patient’s primary care provider. Most Advanced Practice RN
world.
positions require a master’s degree.
So if you’re interested in becoming a nurse, where do you start? Well, you may think that all nurses work in hospitals or emergency clinics, but this is actually not the case. Instead, nurses, like doctors, specialize in dozens of different fields, each
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certifications as well.
2: CRITICAL-CARE NURSE These nurses work in ICUs where intensive care is needed. They deal with critical cases often involving serious injuries. A Bachelors in Nursing (BSN) degree is needed for this job.
one vital and important to the healthcare system as a whole.
3: FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
This work often takes nurses far from the emergency room
These are nurses who work as primary care providers in
and hospital. In fact, according to a recent report from the U.S.
family medicine. Their job involves patient assessment,
Bureau of Labor Statistics, less than one-third of nurses today
treatment plans, and prescribing medications. A master’s
work in general medical and surgical hospital settings.
degree is needed for most FNP positions.
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4: GERIATRICS NURSE
11: NURSE CONSULTANT
These are registered nurses working for elderly
Often working on a contract basis, consultant nurses evaluate, assess
patients. These nurses care for patients who are
patients, give second opinoins and ensure the overall delivery of
either mostly or fully dependent on them. They
services provided to patients by the hospitals. Their job includes
tend to work in hospitals, patient homes,
assessment of the symptoms and making further recommendations on
or nursing homes.
treatment.
5: FORENSIC NURSE
12: ONCOLOGY NURSE
These are the nurses working in forensic settings. They assess and evaluate victims of crimes. Their
Nurses dealing with cancer patients are known as oncology nurses. Their job is to provide critical care to cancer patients as well those who
job is to assess biological evidence for criminal
are prone to cancer.
cases. They are usually not only competent in the
13: PEDIATRIC NURSE
medical field but also know how to present their data in court. Bachelor’s nursing degree is a minimal requirement for this role. 6: HOME HEALTH NURSE These nurses work exclusively in the homes of their patients. They often deal with disabled patients or elderly people or people with a terminal illness. Their job is to provide care to patients who are mostly ot fully dependent won them. 7: LABOR AND DELIVERY NURSE These nurses work in hospitals in gynecology departments. Some of them also practice in private clinics. Their job is to assist mothers in labor. They provide help and support to newborn babies. They also ensure the postnatal care of mother and child. 8: MILITARY NURSE A military Nurse provides care for ill and wounded
This type of nurse works with infants and children. They work alongside a pediatrician in hospitals, care centers, schools, and private practices. 14: PRISON NURSE These nurses work in the criminal justice system. Their job is to provide preventive and routine care for prisoners. 15: PSYCHIATRIC-MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER Nurses in this sector deal with patients that have psychiatric and mental health disorders. They work primarily in hospitals, rehabilitation wards, or prisons. 16: PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE This type of nurse works with large communities and populations in a management role. Such nurses perform research, administer tests and work for the prevention of diseases. A Bachelor in Nursing combined with focused coursework in public health is needed for this type of job. 17: RESEARCH ANALYST These nurses are working scientists and researchers. They deal with medical studies and research related to the future of healthcare. Most Nurses in this area acquire an advanced nursing degree or even a Ph.D.
soldiers in roles offered by the U.S. military. A
18: SCHOOL NURSE
Bachelor of Nursing is still required for most
These are the nurses working in schools or educational institutions.
military nursing positions.
Often, this job involves less stressful conditions because of regular
9: NEONATAL NURSE Neonatal nurse’s job is to tend to and provide
school hours and holiday timings. However, one must be comfortable working with children and teens to accept a school nurse position.
care to very sick and premature babies who need
19: SURGICAL REGISTERED NURSES
continuous support and care. They often work in
These nurses assist surgeons during procedures. Furthermore, they
the ICU or other emergency clinics.
also provide care for patients before, during, and after surgery.
10: NURSE CASE MANAGER These nurses assess, plan, and facilitate services to fulfill the health-related needs of people. Their job is to find affordable and accessible medical resources and ensure high-quality care at a top down level. Typically, a Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) degree is needed for this role.
20: TRAUMA NURSE Trauma nurses are mostly found in critical care units or emergency rooms providing care to patients in critical condition. This is one of the most intense and fast-moving nursing positions available. 21: TRAVEL NURSE Travel nurses typically work in short durations of time at hospitals and care settings that are experiencing a shortage of nurses.
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10 STARTUPS ON THE FOREFRONT OF MODERN MEDICINE
he medical industry is one of the fastest-
It shouldn’t be a surprise then that the medical field is
growing sectors of the economy, and between
host to a number of startups and small businesses that
the global pandemic and a population whose
are attempting to change or disrupt the current industry. If
average age is steadily growing higher, the
you’re a teen and you’re reading this guide, it’s likely that you
demand for healthcare professionals will not
could end up working for one of these companies when you
be slowing down anytime soon. Additionally,
get out of college. Or perhaps you’ll start your own company
as groundbreaking science continues to change
and change the face of medicine as we know it.
our knowledge of the human body on a day to day basis, new career opportunities in healthcare are appearing every day.
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Either way, here’s 10 exciting and inspiring startups on the forefront of healthcare right now!
1. VERGE GENOMICS
6. COLLECTIVE HEALTH
Founded in 2015 by Alice Zhang and Jason Chen, this San
This startup, founded in 2013 near San Francisco, uses
Francisco-based startup topped Health Care Weekly’s 2022
cloud based computing platforms to streamline HR needs
“Startups to Watch” list for a reason - they’re saving lives
for self-insured employees. Merging claim adjudication,
and saving money at the same time. By using complex
administrative functions and financial operations into
computer algorithms to determine which experimental
one easy platform, Collective Health is helping companies
drugs have the best chance of succeeding, Verge
across the world reduce waste, control cash flow and
Genomics aims to reduce the incredible amount of time,
report financials more accurately.
money and resources that are wasted every year testing pharmaceuticals that simply do not work.
7. HIGI Using more than 11,000 wheelchair accessible locations in
2. TEMPUS
grocery stores and pharmacies across the world, Higi users
This Chicago-based startup was founded in 2015 and has
can accurately and efficiently measure their vital signs
nearly 2,000 employees worldwide. By attempting to build
without ever having to step foot inside a doctor’s office.
the world’s largest library of molecular and clinical data,
This startup, founded in 2012, is perfect for any patient
Tempus is trying to personalize cancer research. Using
that is looking to create healthy habits and track their vital
cutting-edge data-harnessing technology, the startup
signs closely.
hopes to help current patients by leveraging the treatment data of those who came before them.
8. IRHYTHM TECHNOLOGIES This 18-year-old San Fracnsico startup has created non-
3. NEO-LIGHT
invasive, cost-effective diagnostic monitoring solutions for
Neo-Light was founded in 2014 in Scottsdale, Arizona and
cardiac arrhythmias. After iRhythm’s Zio Patch is placed
aims to create “baby-centered” products that help treat
on a patient by a doctor, patients can simply press on the
infants with life-threatening conditions. Their first product,
patch whenever they feel an irregularity in their heart. This
the Skylife Phototherapy system, helped to provide care to
immediately logs the incident and sends the information to
babies with neonatal jaundice using a high-intensity blue-
a physician where a quick and accurate diagnosis can then
light emitter.
be made.
4. KYRUUS
9. NICOTRAX
This Boston-based startup was founded more than a
Founded in Raleigh North Carolina in 2015, Nicotrax helps
decade ago and offers a number of data management
to create personalized, date-driven plans that help users
solutions to a wide range of healthcare institutions,
stop smoking. Nicotrax’s app works in tandem with a
including hospitals, medical groups and health plan
smart cigarette case that attaches to your cell phone. From
providers. Their various products are primarily focussed
there, the program monitors all smoking behaviors —
on helping patients intuitively and easily connect with
including where, when and how often you smoke — before
providers that will provide them the care they need.
generating reports about a patient’s usage and offering suggestions on how to decrease and eventually stop one’s
5. BASIL LEAF TECHNOLOGIES
habit.
This startup has created a diagnostic tool that can accurately measure a patient’s vitals and body chemistry
10. HEADSPACE
from the comfort of their own home. Not too dissimilar
Used by individuals and companies around the globe,
from a diagnostic tool seen on Star Trek many years ago,
Headspace is one of the leading meditation apps in the
the Basil Leaf Technologies’s DxtER can diagnose more
world. This startup, founded in 2010 near Santa Monica,
than 30 different health conditions with pinpoint accuracy.
California, has a user base of over 20 million and features
The product is currently undergoing FDA approval and is
hundreds of guided meditations geared towards achieving
expected to cost less than $200 upon release.
specific goals like easing anxiety and helping with insomnia.
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How/when did you know you wanted to enter the healthcare industry? Science was always my favorite subject growing up which paved a path for me itself. My father and grandfather are also physicians so I was introduced to the industry at a young age. What did you do in high school to prepare yourself for a future in healthcare? I tried to get as much exposure as I could by shadowing physicians during my free time. I also spent a summer at Stanford University for a summer college program where I took college-level courses to get a glimpse of pre-med life in college. Besides those things, I think being able to enjoy and balance multiple interests and hobbies is helpful in preparing for a future in healthcare. What about the future of healthcare excites you most? That it is always changing and evolving. New discoveries
CAREER PROFILE:
are being made and there is always something new to learn, which allows for a lifetime of continued learning. What ’s one thing about the healthcare field that you wish you knew before starting your own journey?
Gabriella Ojeda-Badillo
Before starting medical school, I wish I knew the extent of the time that I would have to dedicate to my academics and career. Most of my time is not dedicated to just me but also to my patients and training. This is why time management skills are so important to any career in healthcare
What is your current position? I am a fourth year medical student at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA. What does a typical day look like for you?
What other advice do you have for students who want to pursue a future in healthcare? My biggest advice would be to seek mentorship. There are individuals who have already been through what students are currently going through. I find that seeking out those
My days vary a lot depending on what clinical
mentors, building relationships with them, and asking for
clerkship I am on but I usually start the
their guidance has propelled me forward in my career.
day around 5:00 - 6:00 AM and start seeing
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patients with my team at the hospital around
“Work smarter, not harder” does not necessarily apply
6:30 AM. I spend most of my days learning
here because careers in healthcare demand hard work but
from patients and my superiors and typically
work more efficiently. As students finish their high school
end my work day around 5:00 - 6:00 pm. I
years and enter college, they should be mindful of learning
always try to do something active after work
how to learn and always ask “why.” Lastly, the healthcare
and will then usually have dinner with my
system is ever-evolving and more complex than ever. I
roommate who is also a medical student and
would advise taking some time to really understand how
catch up on our days together and end my
the US healthcare system works and what a health care
day with a couple hours of studying.
provider’s role is in it.
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YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTHCARE: HOW MUCH EDUCATION DO I NEED? veryone knows that becoming a doctor can take
of these jobs can be completed in four years or less, though
years and years of education and training. However,
minimum education and licensing requirements vary from
what many students may not know is that there’s
state to state and country to country.
all kinds of healthcare professions that require far less schooling.
Use the list of selected healthcare occupations below as a guide and, if any of them strike your interest, be sure to
If you’re interested in a career in healthcare but aren’t ready
research the minimum requirements for such a position in
to commit to 10+ years of medical school, consider exploring
your area. We can’t wait to see what you do with your future
the following options. Degrees and/or certifications for many
in healthcare!
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
• Home Health Aide
• Athletic Trainer
• Medical Librarian
• Biostatician
• Nutritionist
• Clinical Lab Technician
• Recreational Therapist
• Dietician
• Registered Nurse
• Exercise Physiologist
• Social Worker
• Health Educator
• Toxicologist
• Medical Equipment Technician
• Laboratory Animal Caretaker
• Personal Care Aide
• Medical Biller
• Veterinary Assistant
POSTSECONDARY NONDEGREE AWARD
MASTER’S DEGREE
• Dental Assistant
• Art Therapist
• Occupational Therapist
• Epidemiologist
• Physician’s Assistant
• Genetic Counselor
• Prosthetists
• Nurse Practitioner
• Speech Pathologist
• EMT • Health Information Specialist
• Medical Records Specialist • Paramedic • Pharmacy Technician
• Massage Therapist
• Phlebotomist
• Medical Assistant
• Surgical Technologist
• Midwife
• Medical Transcriptionist
ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE
DOCTORAL OR PROFESSIONAL DEGREE
• Cardiovascular Technician
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Cytotechnologist
• Personal Trainer
• Dental Hygienist
• Radiation Therapist
• EKG Technician
• Sonographer
• MRI Technologist
• Ultrasound Technician
• Audiologist
• Physical Therapist
• Chiropractor
• Physician
• Dentist
• Surgeon
• Optometrist
• Podiatrist
• Pathologist
• Veterinarian
• Pharmacist
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Your Future in Healthcare: WHAT CAN YOU EARN?
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
very year, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics
demand for healthcare positions of all kinds, including those
publishes data related to job trends across
that offer end-of-life and other palliative care.
a number of different industries. This data
That being said, the salary of healthcare workers varies
includes information on occupation growth,
dramatically. For registered nurses, physicians and surgeons,
the minimum level of education required for
and dental hygienists (what the Bureau of Labor Statistics
certain jobs and the annual median earnings
calls healthcare practitioners and technicians) the median
for workers in a specific field.
annual salary in 2020 was $69,870. This is significantly higher
If you’re looking forward to a career in healthcare, there’s exciting news. According to the latest Labor Statistics
than the overall median wage in the U.S., which comes in at $41,950.
report, jobs in medicine and other healthcare related fields
However, for home health aides, occupational therapy
are expected to grow 16% between 2020 to 2030. This is the
assistants, and medical transcriptionists (occupations that
fastest growing rate of any industry that the Bureau keeps
the Bureau calls healthcare support), the median annual
track of.
salary in 2020 was $29,960, much lower than the median
This increase is due to a number of factors, a primary one being that world populations will continue to age on average over the next ten years. This will cause a notable spike in
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annual wage for all occupations in the economy. Take a look at the selected jobs below, and see what you could earn in healthcare!
MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGES FOR SELECTED HEALTHCARE OCCUPATIONS OCCUPATION
JOB SUMMARY
ENTRY LEVEL EDUCATION
2020 MEDIAN PAY
ATHLETIC TRAINERS
Athletic trainers specialize in preventing, diagnosing, and treating muscle and bone injuries and illnesses.
Bachelor’s Degree
$49,860
CHIROPRACTORS
Chiropractors treat patients with health problems of the neuromusculoskeletal system, which includes nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.
Doctoral or Professional Degree
$70,720
DENTAL HYGIENISTS
Dental hygienists examine patients for signs of oral diseases, such as gingivitis, and provide preventive care, including oral hygiene.
Associate’s Degree
$77,090
DENTISTS
Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth.
Doctoral or Professional Degree
$164,010
DIETICIANS AND NUTRITIONISTS
Dietitians and nutritionists plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to help people lead healthy lives.
Bachelor’s Degree
$63,090
EMTS AND PARAMEDICS
DraEmergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities.
Postsecondary Nondegree Award
$36,650
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Occupational therapists treat patients who have injuries, illnesses, or disabilities through the therapeutic use of everyday activities.
Master’s Degree
$86,280
PHARMACISTS
Pharmacists dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions.
Doctoral or Professional Degree
$128,710
RADIATION THERAPISTS
Radiation therapists treat cancer and other diseases in patients by administering radiation treatments.
Associate’s Degree
$86,850
REGISTERED NURSES
Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care and educate patients and the public about various health conditions.
Bachelor’s Degree
$75,330
SURGEONS AND PHYSICIANS
Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses and address health maintenance.
Doctoral or Professional Degree
$208,000 +
VETERINARIANS
Veterinarians care for the health of animals and work to protect public health.
Doctoral or Professional Degree
$99,250
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YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTHCARE: SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS igher
a
approaching or require specific prerequisites for application,
medical professional’s career. While many
education
is
indispensable
to
so be sure to read the terms of the scholarship fully before
occupations today do not require a college
applying. We also encourage you to seek out opportunities
degree, almost all healthcare careers still
closer to home, as many local communities and regions have
require some form of higher education. This
medical scholarships available to students specifically from
is for good reason too, as taking the lives of
their area.
other human beings into your own hands is a
Additionally, if you’ve already applied to a college or
big responsibility. Healthcare workers should be as prepared
university, be sure to check whether or not they have
as possible before being asked to do so.
any healthcare-specific scholarships. Many colleges and
However, like in all disciplines, the cost of higher education
universities have “fast-track” programs available too, where
in healthcare is only growing more expensive. Medical
students can complete multiple degrees at once, cutting
students can wrack up debt fast, especially with 10+ years
down on the overall total cost of higher education. Be sure
of schooling. That’s why we’ve put together this list of
to ask the colleges you’re interested in if they have any such
healthcare scholarships for high school students and teens!
programs or scholarships available.
Some of the scholarships listed here have deadlines quickly
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American Psychological
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Caroline E. Holt Nursing
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James “Rhio” O’Connor
American Physiological
Mesothelioma Scholarship
Association Summer
Fund
Opioid Awareness Scholarship »
Scholarship
Undergraduate Research Fellowships
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National Black Nurses Association
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U.S. Air Force ROTC Nursing Scholarship Program
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A Nurse I Am Scholarship
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AISES A .T. Anderson Memorial
Undergraduate Scholarship
Scholarship Program
Program
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American Association of
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Girls Health
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OldPreMeds
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Medical School HQ
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Roadmap to Med
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NCHSE
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Student Doctor Network
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National Student Nurses’ Association
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U.S. News and World Report Top Medical Schools
Colleges of Nursing »
American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine
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Association of American Medical Colleges
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ADELPHI UNIVERSIT Y SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE PROGR AMS adelphi.edu/high-school-students/summer-pre-college-program
$3,600
Experience Adelphi’s personalized approach to education and enroll in our Summer
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
challenging and exciting subject of interest to you such as Intro to Nursing and Science,
In-Person Two Weeks
Pre-College programs. Under the guidance of Adelphi University professors, you will explore a Medicine, and Health. You will also participate in college-readiness workshops led by experts in the Office of University Admissions, connect with current Adelphi students, and you will walk away with three transferable college credits. It’s a great introduction to the hands-on, highimpact learning at Adelphi – and an unforgettable growing experience. Learn more »
BOSTON LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS | $500 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th In-Person & Online One Week, Three Weeks
bostonleadershipinstitute.com
The Boston Leadership Institute is an award-winning summer program for high-achieving teens. Since 2011, BLI has provided unique, engaging, and valuable opportunities to thousands of students from around the United States and the world. Led by highly qualified and decorated teachers and professors from the Boston area, the BLI lineup now covers Healthcare. The subject matter is challenging and exciting, and students gain important credentials to include on college applications. Learn more »
BR ANDEIS PRECOLLEGE ONLINE HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS brandeis.precollegeprograms.org/health-programs
$500 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Online Two Weeks, Four Weeks
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Brandeis University’s Precollege Online Program offers flexible, online courses in Women’s Health and Global Health for high school students. You’ll learn from Brandeis University professors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in your course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion. The courses are 100% online, meaning that you can complete the course whenever it works with your schedule. There will be 30 hours of overall course time over 2 or 4 weeks, depending on the session you choose, including video lessons, unit assignments, and access to your mentor. Learn more »
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CASE WESTERN RESERVE PRE-COLLEGE HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS case.precollegeprograms.org/neuroscience
$500 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Online Two Weeks, Four Weeks
For nearly 200 years, Case Western Reserve University has prepared ambitious students for their futures—in that spirit, we offer our pre-college online courses, designed for high school students ages 13 and up. Each course features video lessons by Case Western Reserve instructors, access to mentors, and the opportunity to earn a Certificate of Completion. The program is available year-round, and the online format lets you study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace. Learn more »
FUTURE PHYSICIANS AMERICA |
$1,000 to $5,000 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th In-Person & Online One Week, Two Weeks, Three Weeks, Four Weeks
FuturePhysiciansAmerica.com
Future Physicians America (FPA) helps students achieve their dream of becoming a physician. Programs include: Clinical Skills (May 30-June 3, 2022): hands-on skills including suturing, splinting, ultrasonography, airway management, using reflex hammer, sphygmomanometer, otoscope, tuning fork, and more. CXR and head CT interpretation+ optional ambulance ride-along; advanced certification ( June 6-10, 2022) designed by the American Heart Association, American Stroke Association, & American College of Surgeons; Medical Publishing Course ( June 20-24, 2022); and Clinical Research Program ( June 27-July 1, 2022). All students are first authors on their PubMed-indexed papers from these courses. Learn more »
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSIT Y ONLINE HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS georgetown.precollegeprograms.org
$500 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Online One Week, Two Weeks, Four Weeks
The Georgetown Pre-College Online Program offers flexible, online courses in international relations, law, medical research, politics/government, and entrepreneurship for students ages 13 and older. You will learn through dynamic video featuring Georgetown instructors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in your course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion. The program is available year-round, and the online format enables you to study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace. At Georgetown, we believe that you’re more than a mind. You’re an individual with unique talents, dreams, and passions. Learn more »
IMPERIAL GLOBAL SUMMER SCHOOL: MEDICINE AND LIFE SCIENCES | £5,295 10th, 11th, 12th In-Person Two Weeks
imperial.ac.uk
Imperial Global Summer School (Medicine and Life Sciences) is a two-week residential programme specifically designed for 16- and 17-year-olds with a passion for medicine. This challenging academic programme enables students to increase their subject knowledge through lectures, laboratory sessions and practical work, with guidance from Imperial’s experts. Stay in real student accommodation at our South Kensington campus, in the heart of central London, and enjoy a packed social schedule alongside the academic programme. Programme runs in July or August. Learn more »
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PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS: HEALTH CAREERS pct.edu/pre-college-programs/health-careers
$250 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th In-Person
Do you love helping people? Have you ever thought about a career in the health-care industry? If you answered yes, then attend this exciting health careers camp. Participants will be introduced to a variety of health careers including dental hygiene, medical imaging, nursing, occupational therapy assistant, paramedic technology, physical therapy assistant, physician assistant, and surgical technology. Learn more »
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SUMMER DISCOVERY HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS |
$3,000 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th In-Person One Week, Two Weeks, Three Weeks, Four Weeks, Five Weeks
summerdiscovery.com/medicine
Our programs in Medicine combine education and career exploration to deliver a summer pre-college experience unparalleled in the industry. During these experiences, you will take the first steps toward your role as a future leader in medicine while engaging with a diverse group of exceptional high school students. You’ll gain marketable, in-demand skills through action-based classroom activities and real-world experiences to jump-start your college career and professional portfolio. Learn more »
TUFTS PRE-COLLEGE PROGR AMS: VIRTUAL MINI MED SCHOOL | $3,000 11th & 12th
universitycollege.tufts.edu
Think you want to be a doctor? This online summer intensive is designed and led by medical faculty and provides driven students the opportunity to work closely with medical students as they explore crucial facets of the medical school experience at one of the nation’s leading medical schools - Tufts University
In-Person & Online
School of Medicine. This summer our popular Mini-Med School intensive is back, and you can choose to
Two Weeks
are interested in medical school (or in other health professions). Whether you choose to participate on-
enroll in our on-campus or virtual version of the program. Mini-Med School is for driven students who campus or online, your experience with Tufts this summer will start to prepare you for your future in the medical world. Learn more »
UNIVERSIT Y OF ROCHESTER ONLINE HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS rochesteronline.precollegeprograms.org/med-programs
$500 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Online Two Weeks, Four Weeks
The University of Rochester offers flexible, online courses in personalized medicine, healthcare, and biomedical engineering for high school students. You’ll hear from University of Rochester professors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in the course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion from the University of Rochester. The courses are 100% online and almost entirely asynchronous, meaning that you can complete the course whenever it works with your schedule. Courses this summer include subjects like “Personalized Medicine: Customizing Care through Genetics” and “Biomedical Engineering: Solving the Body’s Challenges with Technology.” Learn more »
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UNIVERSIT Y OF VERMONT: PRE-COLLEGE SUMMER ACADEMY learn.uvm.edu/pre-college/summer-academy
$1,500 to $3,000 Rising 11th, 11th, and 12th Online Four Weeks
Experience the University of Vermont and earn college credit. As gaining admission to college becomes increasingly competitive and selective, the Pre-College Programs at the University of Vermont enable high school students to shine, allowing you to earn credits, explore potential career interests in healthcare, boost your GPA, showcase your potential, and learn from outstanding faculty alongside current university students. High school students can choose from individual science courses, available throughout the year—as well as a 4-week, intensive Summer Academy program. Our top majors are nursing, physical therapy, and Emergency Medical Services. Learn more »
WAKE FOREST ONLINE HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS wfuonline.precollegeprograms.org/med-programs
$500 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Online Two Weeks, Four Weeks
Wake Forest University’s (WFU) Online Immersion Program offers flexible online courses in Medicine, Sports Medicine, Business, Psychology, Cancer Medicine, Women’s Medicine and Bioscience for high school students. You’ll hear from WFU or WF School of Medicine professors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in your course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion. Offered courses include topics like “Making the Rounds: An Insider’s Guide to Becoming a Doctor” and “Bioscience: An Inside Look at Infectious Disease.” Learn more »
WAKE FOREST PRE-COLLEGE HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS | $500 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th In-Person
precollege.wfu.edu
Wake Forest University offers middle and high school students the opportunity to dive deep into students’ career path of interest, with special emphasis on the medical field. High school students receive their white coats and step into the role of medical professional on day one, while middle school students get their first look into the world of public health and epidemiology. Learn more »
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WORLD SCHOLARS ACADEMY | MEDICINE SUMMER COURSES worldscholarsacademy.com/medical-courses
$2,495
World Scholars Academy offers elite medicine summer courses for ages 12-18 designed and
7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
taught by world-leading professional scholars. Our summer courses introduce students to what it
In-Person & Online Two Weeks
is like to undertake advanced study in leading disciplines, while providing the correct foundations and learning mindsets to attain the highest levels of academic and professional success. Students can choose between either our live and interactive online summer school or our on-campus summer programs based in Hawaii, USA. Medicine summer courses are available for ages 15-18 and 12-14 both online and on-location in Hawaii, USA. Courses are delivered in (i) ten live and interactive classes, and (ii) two one-on-one personalized academic tutorials. Learn more » 2022 TeenLife Guide to Your Future In Healthcare
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BOSTON UNIVERSIT Y SCHOOL OF MEDICINE |
bumc.bu.edu
Boston University School of Medicine is dedicated to the educational, intellectual, $66,702
professional and personal development of a diverse group of exceptional students,
Private
biomedical research, and to public health. A school built upon educational excellence. Each
Boston, MA
trainees, and faculty who are deeply committed to the study and practice of medicine, to year, approximately 180 new medical students and 350 graduate medical sciences students matriculate at BUSM. The demanding and rigorous medical training combines clinical work at more than 40 outpatient sites ranging from hospitals to private clinics, laboratory experience, and lectures. A long tradition of research and innovation. BUSM faculty push the frontiers of scientific and medical knowledge, just as they’ve done for more than 130 years. Learn more »
QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSIT Y: SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCE |
qu.edu
An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University’s commitment to three core values; $49,170 Private Hamden, CT
high-quality academic programs, a student-oriented environment and a strong sense of community. Quinnipiac offers unique dual-degree programs in subjects like Medical Imaging, Social Work, and Physician Assistant. In these programs, students can receive an undergraduate degree and a graduate degree from Quinnipiac University’s School of Health Sciences. Learn more »
UNIVERSIT Y OF LOUISVILLE: STEM & HEALTHCARE PROGR AMS |
louisville.edu
The University of Louisville is a state supported research university located in Kentucky’s $12,147 (In-State) & $28,520 (Out-of-State) Public Louisville, KY
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largest metropolitan area. It was a municipally supported public institution for many decades until 1970. The University has separate schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health. The University has three campuses. The 287-acre Belknap Campus is three miles from downtown Louisville and houses seven of the university’s 12 colleges and schools. The Health Sciences Center is situated in downtown Louisville’s medical complex and houses the university’s health related programs and the University of Louisville Hospital. The 243-acre Shelby Campus is located in eastern Jefferson County. Learn more »
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