CAREER AND COLLEGE PREP
Health Science
Make a Difference
What if high school was all you needed to get started on your dream job? Many healthcare careers don't require a college degree. You can begin making a difference sooner than you thought!
Which pathway is offered?
Healthcare Professions—Students in this pathway prepare for careers that involve planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?*
Some of the jobs include:
- Dental assistant
- Nursing assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- Medical assistant
- Home health aide
- Physical therapy aide
- Personal trainer
- Medical records technician
- Medical billing specialist
- Patient account manager
- HIPAA compliance officer
- Insurance claims processor
- Medical office manager
- Medical receptionist
*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my future look like in this career field?**
**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Pharmacy Technician
Gain college credit and work-based learning experience!
Students in grades 11 and 12 can get a jumpstart on a career in healthcare.
Gain workplace skills with a pre-apprenticeship!
Eligible high school students can take advantage of a CVS Pharmacy Technician Pre-apprenticeship.
Explore this opportunity and give your teen a competitive edge.
