MAKING CHOICES
OPTIONS AFTER YOU GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL
High school graduates begin a career pathway as “Lifelong Learners.” It begins with making choices on how you will proceed on your exciting life path. Your choices include:
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Continuing your studies at an educational institution
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Learning, hands-on, at the job site
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Joining an apprenticeship program
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Joining the U.S. Armed Services
You will have the opportunity to explore more about all the available choices.
Olivia and Logan have been talking with their parents and high school Guidance Counselor about careers. Both live on Long Island and have been told of the many research labs and pharmaceutical companies expanding in this area. The recent media attention to the dangers of a new Coronavirus has further inspired them. After graduation, both want to join the growing workforce engaged in research leading to the cure of new diseases.
Olivia has learned of colleges away from home and prefers studies leading to a degree in Clinical Research. Logan wants to attend a two-year community college and earn a two-year degree that he can use to continue on to a four-year degree, if he chooses. Two pathways, one passion to be a part of The Cure!
The Cure - Pathway 3 - Off To College - STEP #9
College Research
Olivia is researching colleges that offer courses of study in Clinical Lab Sciences - CRA (Clinical Research Associate), Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or Public Health and Safety.
In this step, assist Olivia in her research of the following three colleges offering the above-named majors.
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What types of courses will be asked to take to complete these college majors.
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Do they offer another college major which will prepare Olivia for this career path?
Record your college findings
in the QLV Log.
Listen
Which
College?
The Cure - Pathway 3 - Off To College - STEP #10
4-Year University Away
After much investigation, Olivia decided the University of Vermont, UVM, had the dedicated major of studies in Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science she was looking for. Plus it had a medical center as well. And she loved the campus and dorms!
In this step,
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Take a look UVM's Web Site and share why you might or might not consider joining Olivia in attending this school?
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Olivia liked the extra learning and experience they offered "Beyond the Classroom." Do you think the practicums, research with faculty, study abroad and Biomedical and Health Sciences Club would be a good opportunity for you on your path to a career in Clinical Research?
Record your thoughts and
findings in your Quantum
Leap Voyages Travel Log.
The Cure - Pathway 3 - Off To College - STEP #11
2-Year Community College
Logan has been considering local two-year colleges. One community college suggested by his High School Guidance Counselor is Nassau Community College. This college has several Allied Health Sciences majors he can consider. Logan will be able to volunteer as a helper at the local hospital while attending college. A two-year degree would prepare him for entry into a position in the health care field. After Logan earns his two-year degree, he would also be prepared to continue to a full four-year BS Degree, if he desires to do so.
In this step,
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Read Community College Review blog: 8 Reasons Why Community College Might be the Best Choice After High School
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Explore and compare two other two-year colleges for health careers. Would you advise Logan differently?
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Would you consider completing a two-year program and then going to a four-year school to complete your education?
Record your thoughts and
responses in your QLV Log.
WHY GO CC?
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LOWER COST
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LESS DEBT
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EASY ADMISSION
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ACADEMIC OPTIONS
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CLOSE TO HOME
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PERSONALIZED LEARNING
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PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES
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ONLINE CLASS OPTION
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4-YR DEGREE TRANSFER OPTION
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EASIER ACCEPTANCE AT A UNIVERSITY
The Cure - Pathway 3 - Off To College - STEP #12
Health Information Technology
Listen
Logan is College Ready!
After his research and careful consideration, Logan has decided to attend Nassau Community College for a course of study in Health Information Technology. Some of the major courses in his study program are:
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HIT 151 - Medical Terminology
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HIT 160 - Introduction to Healthcare Data Analytics
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HIT 175 - Study of Disease for HIM Professionals
In this step, Investigate
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NCC Health Information Technology catalog of courses
After reviewing the college and his selected field of study,
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Do you believe Logan made a good college choice?
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Would you have considered this school as well? Why?
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Do you think this college choice will allow an easy transition to a university for a four-year degree, if further education is decided?
Record your thoughts and
responses in your QLV Log.
