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LEADERSHIP AND CAREER DEVELOPMENTMISS MANN 2015
College and Career Terms
Technical SchoolAKA: Vocational Education
1 - 4 year school
Example Programs:CosmetologyAutomotive TechnologyHV/ACCulinary ArtsPhotography
Technical School Programs Technical Careers
Benefits of Technical Schools
Skill-Specific EducationDay/Night ClassesLower Tuition CostsOpen Admissions PolicyMore one-on-one instruction and hands-on
experience.
Example Technical Schools
Douglas Education Center
New York Film Academy
Juilliard
PA Culinary
College University
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree
Typically a small school with small class sizes
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degreeDoctorate degree
Wide variety of class sizes
College vs. University?
Private Public
Often Costs MoreSometimes
Affiliated w/ Religions
Funding from Alumni and Businesses
Often Costs Less for In-state students
Funded by Local and State Governments
Private vs. Public Schools
Community College
2 year school offering an Associate’s Degree
Benefits:Low TuitionLive at HomeEnter workforce sooner
Option 2:Transfer to a University for a Bachelor’s DegreeExample: 2 years at BC3, 2 years at PITT
Bachelor/Baccalaureate (B.A. or B.S.)
A degree awarded by a college or university to a person who has completed __4 years__ of undergraduate studies.*2 years of liberal studies courses*2 years of major courses
Examples:EducationEngineeringMarketingPre-med
What are Liberal Studies?
Denotes a curriculum that imparts general knowledge and develops the student’s rational thought and intellectual capabilities.
College WritingResearch WritingHumanities and
Literature
Fine Art ElectiveMathScience with LabHistory and GeographyPsychologySociologyPhilosophyTechnology CourseOther Electives
Majors Explored
Social Sciences – Study of Human Society and Social RelationshipsPsychology, Anthropology, Philosophy, Geography, Sociology,
CriminologyHumanities – Intellectual contentForeign language, culture, poetry, literature, religionFine Arts –Imaginative or AestheticArt, Dance, Theater, Music, Visual ArtsNatural Sciences – Deals with the physical worldBiology, Chemistry, Physics, Meteorology, Archaeology, GeologyHealth and Human Services – Protecting health, provides
human servicesCriminology, Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Hospitality, Child
Development, Fashion, Interior Design, Sport Science, Nursing, PT/OT, Public Health, Social Work
Art vs. Science
Bachelor of Arts1. General Education2. Core Courses3. Foreign language4. Theoretical Research5. Less Rigid
Psychology, Sociology, History, Law
Well-Rounded Graduate
Bachelor of Science1. General Education2. Core Courses3. Lab work w/ Accurate
Results4. Computer and
Technology OrientedMath, Science, Computers, Medicine
Highly Knowledgeable in Field of Study
Bachelor’s Degree Graduation Requirements
120 creditsAverage 4 years
Example Exams to become licensed or certified:Teacher – 5 Praxis exams
- Math, Reading, Writing, 2 content area examsEngineer – FE exam (8 hours) and PE Exam (8
hours)Nurse – National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-
RN)Architect – Architect Registration Exam – 7 exams
What is an engineer?
What is an Engineer? MIT Video
Engineers are people who solve problems and focus on making things work more efficiently and effectively. Apply theories and principles of science and mathematics to
research and develop economical solutions to technical problems.
Link perceived social needs and commercial applications www.tryengineering.org
Types of Engineers 30 types, http://typesofengineeringdegrees.org/
Types of Engineers
Biomedical – Video Mechanical – Video Civil – Video Chemical – Video Environmental – Video
US News Rankings and Reviews:
Best Undergraduate Engineering Schools MIT Stanford Univ. of CA – Berkeley CIT GIT Univ. of Illinois –
Champaign CMU Univ. of Michigan Purdue Cornell Princeton Texas A&M
Local Engineering Schools
Duquesne University Biomedical Engineering
University of Pittsburgh Bioengineering, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical,
Environmental, Industrial, Mechanical, Mining, Nuclear, Petroleum
(Major in Biomedical and double major in Pre-med)Carnegie Mellon University
Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical
Point Park University Civil, Electrical, Mechanical
Washington & Jefferson 3+2 program, study science for 3 years and 2 years Biomedical
engineering at Columbia University (website)
Local Engineering schools
Penn State University Aerospace, Agricultural, Biological, Architectural, Biomedical, Civil,
Environmental, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, NuclearPenn State Behrend - Video
Computer, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, SoftwareAllegheny College – 3+2 program (website)Ohio State University
Aeronautical, Astronautical, Aviation, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Computer, Environmental, Agricultural, Industrial, Mechanical, Welding
***Military academies provide exceptional engineering degrees!
West Point, Annapolis, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy
Engineering License
Steps to become a Professional Engineer (PE). Earn a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program. Pass the FE exam. (Fundamentals of Engineering)
Electrical and Computer Civil Mechanical - Example Chemical - Example Environmental Industrial Other
Gain 4 years work experience. Pass the PE exam in the appropriate discipline.
(State requirements might vary.)Video
What if the engineer doesn’t pass the exam?
Education
The teacher’s license is obtained through the state – If you go to a school in Ohio, you are licensed in Ohio
The teacher’s license is temporary upon graduation: Instructional 1 Certificate (Valid for 6 years)
During College: TB Test Speech and Hearing Test 5 Praxis Exams: Praxis I Series and Praxis II
Praxis I - Reading, Writing, Mathematics Praxis II - Content Area and Specific Licensure Areas (Grade Levels)
PK – 12 K-3 Grades 4 - 8 Grades 7 – 12
Child abuse clearance Criminal act clearance FBI clearance and finger printing Student Teaching – 1 full semester
Education
After College Instructional II Certificate
24 post-baccalaureate credits3 years of satisfactory service on a Level I certificateComplete a PDE induction program
Continuing Requirements Act 48 – obtain 180 hours of continuing education every 5 years Clearances every 3 years:
Child Abuse Criminal Act FBI & finger printing
Education schools
IUPSRURMUChatham EdinboroCal UClarionGrove CityLa RocheWestminsterThiel
Penn StateDuquesne - ExpensivePitt – does not offer a
traditional 4 year program
Do NOT choose an expensive school if studying education. It is an unnecessary cost.
Save your money for a Master’s degree.
Business
Types of Bachelor’s degrees: Accounting– Managerial, Taxation – Website
Auditor/Accountant Certified Public Accountant - Video
Advertising – Spreading the word about a product - Communication
Marketing – Product Development, Pricing, Distribution, Design Finance – Banking, Insurance, Investments - Video Management – Operations, Entrepreneurship, Small Business Human Resources - Video International Business – Managing Global Operations - Video Management Information Systems – Managing Computer
Networks Video Public Relations (semi-business) – Video Supply Chain Management - Video
Top Ranked Business Schools What is most important?
Internships and Job Experience!
U.S. News Top Ranked Business Schools:Accounting Texas A&M Univ. of Illinois – Champaign Brigham Young, UTEntrepreneurship Babson College, MA MIT Univ. of Southern CAFinance PENN NYU Univ. of MichiganInsurance Univ. of GA PENN Univ. of WisconsinInternational Business Univ. of South Carolina NYU PENN
Management Univ. of Michigan PENN Univ. of VirginiaManagement Information Systems MIT CMU Univ. of MinnesotaMarketing Univ. of Michigan PENN Texas A&MReal Estate PENN Univ. of Wisconsin Univ. of CASupply Chain Management Michigan State MIT Arizona State
Best PA business schools
(Taken from an average of 6 different rankings)#2 - UPENN, Philadelphia -Video#16 - Carnegie Mellon, Pittsburgh –Video#47 - Penn State, University Park - Video#70 - Temple, Philadelphia#86 - PITT, Pittsburgh#103 - Lehigh University, Bethlehem#104 - Villanova University, Villanova#145 - Drexel University, Philadelphia#236 – Penn State Behrend, Erie#240 – Shippensburg Univ., Shippensburg#295 – Duquesne Univ., Pittsburgh
Unique programs
Point Park University Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Degree (Video)
University of Southern California (Video) World Bachelor in Business Degree Study 1 year at USC, 1 year at Bocconi in Milan, and 1 year at
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology 4th year spent at school of choice
“The kind of student who will take this knows that he or she wants to be an executive in a global world,” says James Ellis, dean of USC Marshall. “This is someone who is focused. This is somebody who knows he or she won’t be going to four years of football games and fraternity parties.”
Nursing
RN – Registered Nurse 2 year degree, can go to school at a hospital then start working Average salary according to BLS Report - $66,000
BSN – Bachelor of Science in Nursing 4 year degree - opportunity for advancement and management Average salary according to BLS Report - $75,000
MSN – Master of Science in Nursing 4 year degree plus a 1-2 year Master’s degree Clinical Nurse Leaders, Nurse Managers, Clinical Educators,
Research Assistants, Nurse Anesthetist, Clinical Nurse SpecialistDoctor of Nursing
Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degree Research (Ph.D.), Practice (DNP), University Faculty, Research
Scientists, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthetist, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Nursing License
Must pass the NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination – Registered Nurses)
To maintain RN license: 30 continuing credits every 2 years
Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
Nurse Practitioners (NP) Video Average pay $95,000
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) Video Average pay $160,000
Must have Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or RN-BSN Program
Obtain state licensure as RN Minimum of 1 year in Critical Care (ICU, Cardiac, Surgical) Some recommend a Critical Care RN license Earn a Master’s degree in Nurse Anesthesia Pass the National Certification Exam (NCE)
Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) Video Average pay $85,000
Certified Nurse Mid-Wife (CNM)
Nursing Schools
Hospitals Obtain the RN license
West Penn Hospital – 22 months Mercy Hospital School of Nursing – 16 months or 36 months Shadyside Hospital School of Nursing – 16 months or 36 months
Community Colleges4 Year Universities (Top PA schools Video)
Graduate with a RN license and BSN degree PITT Duquesne University - Video IUP - Video Clarion RMU – Video Edinboro - Video
Top Ranked Nursing Schools – US News
#1 - Johns Hopkins#1 - UPenn#1 - University of Washington#4 - University of CA – San Francisco#4 – University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill#6 – University of Michigan – Ann Arbor#7 – Duke University#7 - Oregon Health and Science University#7 – PITT#7 – Yale#11 – University of Illinois - Chicago
Law enforcement
Video
Must be 21Better to get a college education – 60 credits or
morePsychology is a good undergraduate majorStudying a language such as Spanish can be
usefulMilitary experience improves chances of getting
into the police academyShift work, long hours, stressful situations
Law Enforcement Careers
Police Officer 60 credits plus 6 month police academy Psychology and IQ test, Physical Exam Clean Record
Detective Must have a Bachelor’s degree 3 years minimum as a police officer Tests and Interviews
FBI – Video, Careers Must have a Bachelor’s degree 3 year minimum in professional field Absolutely have a clean record 20 week Agent Training: academics, case exercises, firearms training, and
operational skills. Polygraph, written, psychological, vision, and physical fitness exams
State Trooper
60 credits or 4 years of military experience Physical, dental and vision exam No visible tattoos or ear plugs Background investigation, polygraph, psychological evaluation Written examination 27 week paid cadet training ($1200 biweekly) Common for cadets to be tasered and/or pepper sprayed
Salary Information Graduation after July 1, 2016 - Starting Salary is $ 58,962
Additional Benefits & Information annual clothing allowance of $600* for clothing maintenance. 10* vacation days during their first year and 15 days of vacation after 2nd year 15* sick days per calendar year. 12* paid holidays and four personal days per calendar year.
Best Ranked Schools Ivy League Schools
Video#1 – Princeton#2 – Harvard#3 – Yale – Video (Video 2)#4 – Columbia#4 – Stanford - Video#4 – University of Chicago - Video#7 – MIT#8 – Duke#8 – UPenn#10 – CIT#11 – Dartmouth#12 – Johns Hopkins
Video Princeton Harvard Yale Columbia Dartmouth UPenn Cornell BrownThe term Ivy League has connotations of academic excellence, selectivity in admissions, and social elitism.
School Rankings & Ivy League
Master’s Degree (M.A. or M.S.)
An academic degree given after completion of about
__2 years__ of study beyond the bachelor's degree.
Masters of Business Administration, MBA Masters of Physical Therapy, MPA (changing to
Doctorate) Physician’s Assistant, P.A. Masters in Education, M.Ed.
Master’s Degree Requirements
BEFORE:Take the entrance exam:GRE – Graduate Record Examination-analogy, antonym, reading comprehension, sentence completion, problem solving, and quantitative comparison.
DURING:Complete 30-36 credits, or 1-2 years of work
AFTER:Write a Thesis – a 30-50 page research paper*not always required
COMPARING PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SCHOOLS
Physician Assistant Programs
Physician Assistant FAQs
Schools are becoming even more competitive Out of 1000 applications, 35 accepted
3.0 -3.5 is absolute minimum GPA for admission6 hour exam upon graduation
Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) May only take exam 6 times to pass in 6 years100 continuing medical training hours required
every 2 years (more cont. education will be req.)Must get recertified every 10 years (currently
changing from every 6 years)
Program Design
4 + 2 = A Bachelor’s degree is obtained first at one school, then you apply and complete a 2 year PA program
3+2 = An accelerated program. The Bachelor’s degree courses are completed in 3 years and student transitions into the PA program at the same school or partner school
Duke University – Video
Bachelor degree from any school2 year Master of Science in Physician
AssistantRanked #1 by U.S. NewsDurham, NC88 students a class
2 year PA program:Tuition $87,000Room/Board $42,950
George Washington University - Video
Bachelor of Science degree from any school2 year Master of Physician Assistant degreeRanked #4Washington, DC
2 year PA program:$78,000 Tuition$48,000 Room/Board
Niche Stats
Duquesne University
3 + 2 Program – Guaranteed Acceptance in M.S.Bachelor of Science in Health SciencesMaster of Science in Physician AssistantRanked #25
Graduate Level: $48,000
Tuition Total $207,000
Niche Stats
Lock Haven University - Video
3 Tracks:Pre-PA Track4 +2 Program3 + 2 ProgramRanked #25
2 year PA program:Tuition
$51,500Room/Board/Books/Fees
$27,000
Lock Haven Continued – 3 + 2 Program
Requirements:1150 SAT Score (math and science only)Perform exceptionally well in math and
science courses in high schoolMust apply to Pre-PA track by November 1st
Guaranteed Seat in Master’s Program if:Maintain minimum grades, GPA, GRE scores,
and pass interview15-20 selected by invitation only
Seton Hill University - Video
5 year programMaster of Science in Physician AssistantRanked #43Only 36 seats!
2 year PA program:Tuition
$88,500 Room/Books/Fees
$16,000
Seton Hill
Automatically admitted to Master of Physician Assistant Program if:
Admitted into the BS/MS program from high school
Maintain a 3.2 GPAComplete the required healthcare and
shadowing hours
Arcadia University - Video
4 + 2 programMaster of Medical Science (PA)Undergraduate degree must be Biology, Chemistry or
Psychology Total applications: 2400 Total accepted: 100
Ranked #54
2 year PA program:Tuition: $84,000Room/Board: Varies
Niche Stats
Gannon University
5 year Master’s programBachelor of Science in Health SciencesMaster of Physician Assistant ScienceOnly 48 seats!
Erie, PARanked #54Tuition: $56,000
Last year and a half only
Niche Stats
Chatham University - Video
5 year Accelerated Master of Physician AssistantChatham ranked #84Chatham 2 year Tuition: $96,000
Allegheny College/Chatham University - Video
3 year Pre-Physician Assistant Program2 years at Chatham for Master of Science
degree
Thiel College/Chatham - Video
Pre-Physician Assistant Program (3 years) Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Master of Physician Assistant at Chatham (2 years)
Acceptance to Chatham is not guaranteed
$96,000
Saint Vincent College
4 year Bachelor degree in Science or Psychology
Transfer for 2 years at: Duquesne University – highly competitive Chatham University Misericordia University St. Francis University Seton Hill University University of Pittsburgh
Not ranked by U.S. News$75,000*
University of Pittsburgh
4 year Bachelor’s degree in Science – Any School
2 year Master of Physician Assistant – PITT
Not ranked by U.S. News$46,000
Difficult to Find
Niche Stats
Saint Francis University
5 year Master’s ProgramBachelor of Science in Health ScienceMaster of Science in Physician Assistant
Not rankedLoretto, PA$106,000
Washington & Jefferson College
Complete Pre-health program at W&JRanked 3rd in country for producing
physicians
2 year Master of Physician Assistant at: Saint Francis University
$106,000 Chatham University
$96,000
Mercyhurst University
4 year Bachelor’s degree from any school2 year Master of Science in Physician
Assistant Program at Mercyhurst
Not rankedErie, PA
Estimated 2 year Tuition: $79,000
Slippery Rock University/Chatham - Video
Pre-Physician Assistant Program2 year Master of Physician Assistant at
Chatham Not guaranteed
$96,000
University of Findlay
4 year Bachelor’s degree2 ½ year Master of Physician Assistant degreeNo summer breakOnly 18 seats!
Located in OhioNot ranked
Estimated cost of PA school - $85,000
Doctorates
• Extensive academic work in a field of study.• It takes about __4__ years to complete.• Students must first complete a Bachelor’s degree,
and depending on the program, a Master’s degree.
(No Master’s degree) Physical Therapy– B.S. and D.P.T. Law – B.A./B.S. and J.D. Medicine – B.S. + M.D. + Residency
(All levels of degrees) Philosophy – B.A./B.S. + M.A./M.S. + Ph.D. Education – B.A./B.S. + M.A./M.S. + Ed.D. Engineering - B.A./B.S. + M.A./M.S. + Eng.D.
Doctorate of Physical Therapy
• Must first have a Bachelor’s degree• DPT program is typically 3 years• Includes clinical (internship) experience• May need a law exam and criminal background check• Must pass National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)
• May only take exam 3 times in a 12 month period
• Continuing education requirements vary for each state
Two Program Types: 4 + 3 program 3 + 3 program
Optional DPT Specialty Training
• After earning a DPT degree:• Apply to a clinical residency program for additional training and
experience in specialty areas of care. • Typically 1 year in length.• Specialize further by completing a fellowship in an advanced
clinical area.
• Obtain Board Certification• After working in the field, apply to become a board-certified
specialist in one of 8 clinical specialty areas offered by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
• Must pass an exam and complete at least 2,000 hours of clinical work
• Video
Occupational Therapy
Helps those with illness or a disability to learn how to take care of themselves and participate in meaningful activities
Work with the environment around their clientsRequires training with people who have mental or
emotional disorders and illnesses. Best OT Schools
Training – Must have a Master’s degree, complete field work, and pass the licensing exam (NBCOT)
PT vs. OTOT for Veterans
Pre-Physical Therapy Schools
Pre-Physical Therapy Programs: IUP Edinboro Clarion Thiel Westminster – Campus Tour W&J – with entry to Drexel, Temple, Chatham Allegheny College – 4 +2 program with Chatham
Top Rated Schools (U.S. News)
Other nearby DPT Schools
West Virginia UniversityOhio State UniversityChatham UniversityArcadia UniversityUniversity of Dayton
Comprehensive list of schools
*Penn State does not have a PT/DPT program
University of Pittsburgh
Program is ranked 3rd in the Nation (U.S. News)
Doctorate of Physical Therapy Admissions Must have a Bachelor’s degree first Minimum 3.0 requirement Take the GRE 3 letters of recommendation:
1 from a licensed physical therapist from volunteer or work experience in a PT setting;
1 from a college level professor; 1 from either a licensed physical therapist or a
supervisor/employer
University of Pittsburgh
DPT Curriculum 4 + 3 full years (9 consecutive semesters) More than 90 weeks of clinical internship
Clinical affiliations begin the 2nd semester 1 year internship at the end of their didactic phase of the
plan of study. Students receive a monthly scholarship during the year-
long internship. Class size is typically 60-65 students
Slippery Rock University
Two Options:4 years Bachelor’s degree + 3 year DPT3 + 3 Program
Curriculum
Duquesne University
Offers Two Programs: 3 + 3 DPT 4 + 3 DPT
Bachelors of Science in Biology or Health ScienceDoctorate in Physical Therapy
Full Cadaver Dissection Must maintain a 3.0
Physical Therapy Licensing Exam 2012 Pass Rate 100% 2013 Pass Rate 93% 2014 Pass Rate 93%
Jurisdiction Doctorate“Law Degree”
An academic degree given after completion of __3 years __ of study beyond the bachelor's
degree.
Steps to becoming a lawyer:1. Obtain any 4 year Bachelor’s degree2. Pass the L-SAT – Law School Admission Test3. Complete the 3 year law school4. Pass the Bar Exam to obtain licensure
Minimum # of years to become a lawyer: 7 years
Law Schools
Pre-law Program Information
Top Rated Law Programs (U.S. News)
Law Schools in PA:Penn State University – CarlisleDuquesne Drexel – PhiladelphiaUniversity of Pennsylvania – PhiladelphiaUniversity of PittsburghTemple – PhiladelphiaVillanova
Research Doctorate Degree
• Extensive academic work in a field of study.• It takes about __4__ years to complete.
___Dissertation___An original work ranging in length, per discipline,
from 50 to 800 pagesPublished in Scholarly Journals or as a Book
Examples:Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D.Doctor of Education, Ed. D.Doctor of Engineering, Eng. D.
Research Doctorates
What steps are necessary to earn a research doctorate?
1. Attend a 4 year university (Bachelor’s degree)2. Attend a 2 year graduate school (Master’s
degree)3. Complete a 4 year doctoral program4. Complete a Dissertation (_50-800_ pages)
How many total years? About 10 years
Example Careers
Professional Doctorate Degrees
• Doctorates with a focus on applied research for professional purposes.
• Typically earned in _4_ years.• Most often do not require the Master’s Degree!
Examples:• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, D.O.• Doctor of Medicine, M.D.• Doctor of Dental Medicine, D.M.D.• Doctor of Dental Surgery, D.D.S.• Veterinarian, DVM, VMD• Chiropractor
Medical Specialties/Departments
Most frequently entered specialties: (NRMP data)Emergency MedicineFamily PracticeInternal MedicineObstetrics-GynecologyOrthopedic SurgeonPediatricsPsychiatrySurgery
Difference between a D.O. and a M.D.? Other Specialties
Description 13 Subspecialties
Treats Adults“A doctor’s doctor”3-year residencySubspecialists in
internal medicine complete the 3-year residency and a 2-3 year fellowship in the area of interest
Adolescent medicine Allergy and immunology Cardiology (heart) Endocrinology (diabetes and other
glandular disorders) Gastroenterology (colon and
intestinal tract) Geriatrics (care of the elderly) Hematology (blood) Infectious disease – Epidemiology Nephrology (kidneys) Oncology (cancer) Pulmonology (lungs) Rheumatology (arthritis) Sports medicine
Internists
Residency
• In-depth training for physicians after medical school.
• Focuses on specific branches such as: Neurosurgery Pediatrics Cardiology
Additional __3-7 years__ of training after obtaining the M.D.
***You are a paid physician at this time but it is still training, like an internship is for business students.
Attending Physician Requirements
Steps to becoming a Physician/Surgeon:1. Obtain a Bachelor’s degree in a Science Field2. Pass the M-CAT – Medical College Admission Test3. Complete the 4 year medical school (training)4. Complete the 3-7 year residency5. Pass the United States Medical Licensing
Examination (USMLE) to obtain licensure, also known as the “Boards” exam
Minimum # of years to become an Attending: 11-17 years
Best Medical Schools
#1 - Harvard#2 - Stanford#3 - Johns Hopkins - Baltimore#4 - University of California – SF#4 – PENN#6 – Washington U. in St. Louis#7 – Yale - CT#8 – Columbia - NY#8 – Duke - NC#10 – U. of Washington – Seattle#11 – University of Chicago#12 – U. of California – Los Angeles#12 – University of Michigan#14 – U. of California – San Diego
#15 – Cornell - NY#15 – Vanderbilt - Nashville#17 – PITT#18 – Northwestern - Chicago#19 – Icahn School of Medicine – NY#19 – NYU#21 – Baylor College of Med. – TX#22 – UNC – Chapel Hill#23 – Case Western – Cleveland#24 – Emory – Atlanta#25 – Mayo Medical School – MN
Science/Medical Careers W/O Medical School
4 Year Medical CareersForensic ScienceBiologist
What to consider when choosing a career:
1. Passion for the Field2. Related Skills3. Nature of the Work4. Working Conditions5. Job Outlook6. Salary/Benefits7. Degrees Required
Nature of the Work
What will you be doing? What are your job responsibilities?
Example: Nurse1. Treat Patients2. Educating patients and the public about various
medical conditions 3. Record patients’ medical histories and symptoms 4. Help to perform diagnostic tests and analyze
results 5. Operate medical machinery 6. Administer treatment and medications
Example Working ConditionsRegistered NurseWell-lighted, comfortable health care facilities Considerable time walking and standing 24-hour care May work nights, weekends, and holidays May be on call—available to work on short notice Must observe rigid, standardized guidelines to
guard against disease and other dangers May suffer emotional strain from observing
patient suffering
Job Outlook
Is there a good chance you will get a job right after graduating from school?
Is the field competitive?Is there a high turnover rate? (people quit often)
Example: NurseJob opportunities for RNs in all specialties are
expected to be excellent. Registered nurses are projected to create the
second largest number of new jobs among all occupations.
Salary (Earnings) / Benefits
Salarya fixed compensation periodically paid to a person
for regular work or servicesMay be paid once a week, every other week, or
once a month.Fringe Benefitscompensation that is not in the form of direct cash
to a worker Health insurance, vision and dental insurance, life
and disability insurance, sick days, paid vacations, holidays, 401K, stocks, gas mileage, cell phone usage, company car, flexible work schedules, child care, tuition reimbursement, and bonuses
WEB RESOURCES
Occupational Outlook Handbookwww.bls.gov/oco
America’s Career Info Netwww.acinet.org
Career Journalwww.careerjournal.com
Career Builderwww.careerbuilder.com
Careers and Colleges
www.careersandcolleges.com
BOOKS
Occupational Outlook Handbook
America’s Top Jobs
America’s Fasting Growing Jobs
101 Careers
Outdoor Careers
America’s Federal Jobs
Encyclopedia of Careers
200 Best Jobs for College Graduates
Assignment:
Complete the OCO Assignment using the online Occupational Outlook Handbook
Due:
