HLT 100 - Exploring Health Careers (3)

Prerequisite: None
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Lecture: Two hours of lecture/discussion per week. Lab: Two hours of clinical/lab per week.

This course is designed for students interested in a future in health care. This course offers the student an in-depth exploration of health care careers and employment expectations. The purpose of this course is to assist students pursuing education in health professions the opportunity to make career development decisions. Through use of theory and clinical or academic shadowing experiences within the community, the student will receive an overview of the healthcare system and the multiple professional opportunities available. The student will also learn the education required for various health care professions and employment projections and salaries. Common health care safety practices are discussed and the student must meet the immunization and drug testing requirements to participate in clinical observation experiences. Academic or clinical shadowing in a specific health care field is required.