Exciting Careers in Health Sciences: Explore Opportunities and Pathways
Discover diverse career options in the health sciences field, from personal training to research and health policy. Learn about the different educational paths, majors, and steps to prepare for a successful career in health sciences.
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CAREERS IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES Yvonne Eaglehouse, PhD, MPH
Health Sciences Public Health Education Physical Sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry) Business & Management Medicine
Careers in the Health Sciences Personal Training/Fitness Instructor* Researcher (Academic/Government) Psychologist* Health Promotion Specialist Facilities/Team Manager Health Policy Writer (e.g. Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans) Massage Therapist* Public Health Officer (Government/Military) Dietitian* Physical/Occupational Therapist* Physical Educator* Nurse/Physician Assistant* Exercise Physiologist* Physician/Surgeon* Rehabilitation Specialist* *May require additional certification or licensure after obtaining training or degree
Training for Careers in Health Sciences Associate s Degree/Vocational Training Massage therapy, personal training/fitness instruction, physical therapy assistant, nurse, medical assistant, emergency medicine technician Bachelor s Degree Health promotion, Public Health Officer, exercise physiologist/rehabilitation, facilities/team management, dietitian, educators, athletic training, physician assistant Master s or Doctorate Degree Physician/surgeon, physical/occupational therapist, psychologist, advanced practice of any of the above career fields
College/University Majors that Support Careers in Health Sciences Biology Public Health Kinesiology Nutrition/Dietetics Exercise Science Biomechanics Athletic Training Physics Business/Sports Management Engineering Health Care Administration Chemistry Psychology/Sports Psychology Nursing Education Medicine
Steps to Prepare for Careers in Health Sciences Take natural sciences classes in high school (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy and physiology) but don t forget about math, languages, writing, and social sciences! Shadow health professionals in area of interest Complete internships during high school and college/university Explore introductory classes at community college Volunteer Ask questions!
Pursing a Career in Health Sciences Requires Patience Reasoning Compassion Judgement Organization Independence Communication (written and spoken) Teamwork Honesty Passion and interest Integrity Commitment Desire to help others
The Rewards of Health Science Careers Salary A person could earn anywhere from $20,000 to $200,000+ per year in a health science career Salary depends on skills, training, services provided, and years of experience E.g. In LA, average salary for medical assistant is ~$26,000 per year; Average salary for RN is ~$59,000 per year; Average salary for family practice physician is ~$175,000 per year Helping Others!
Snapshot of Health Careers in Louisiana Colleges and Universities with Advanced Health Science Programs Tulane University, School of Medicine and School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine LSU, School of Medicine and School of Public Health Xavier University, Department of Public Health Sciences Employers in Louisiana State of Louisiana Department of Health Healthcare systems (e.g. Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System, DeSoto Regional Health System) Research/Medical Universities (see list above!) Private medical practices, ambulance services, other businesses
