Medicine & Healthcare
Medicine & Healthcare CAPS offers an in-depth exploration of diverse healthcare careers. Students collaborate with doctors, nurses, technicians, and other medical providers in our community, gaining hands-on experience at hospitals, clinics, and various healthcare facilities.
Who Should Apply?
If you have a passion for making a difference in people's lives through healthcare, this program is tailored for you.
- Compassionate Caregivers: If you find fulfillment in helping others, have empathy, and see healthcare as a way to make a positive impact, you're the right fit.
- Curious Explorers: For those curious minds eager to explore diverse fields within healthcare, from clinical roles to healthcare administration, this program offers a comprehensive look.
- Team Players: If you thrive in collaborative environments, appreciate teamwork, and see the value in interdisciplinary approaches to healthcare challenges, this program encourages a team-centric mindset.
- Future Health Innovators: Whether you're interested in the latest medical technologies and healthcare innovations, or aspire to be at the forefront of improving healthcare systems, this program provides the avenue for your aspirations.
- Preferred Prerequisites: Principles of Biomedical Science (PBS) or Human Body Systems (HBS)
Careers
- Physician
- Registered Nurse
- Physician Assistant
- Biomedical Engineer
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Occupational Therapist
- Healthcare Administrator
- Medical Laboratory Technologist
- Physical Therapist
- Health Information Manager
- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
- Radiologic Technologist
Industry Partner Projects
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement telemedicine solutions, for patients to access medical services remotely.
- Work on projects aimed at enhancing community health, such as organizing health fairs, creating educational materials, or implementing preventive health programs.
- Partner with healthcare organizations to analyze and interpret health data, contributing to data-driven decision-making and improving patient outcomes.
- Engage in the development and prototyping of medical devices, collaborating with professionals to address specific medical needs or enhance existing solutions.
- Work on projects to improve the overall patient experience, focusing on aspects like appointment scheduling systems, waiting room design, or patient communication tools.
- Collaborate with public health entities to create awareness campaigns addressing important health issues within the community.
- Assist in clinical research projects, contributing to data collection, analysis, and documentation to advance medical knowledge and treatment methodologies.
- Work on projects related to healthcare information technology, such as developing or optimizing electronic health records systems or cybersecurity solutions for medical data.
- Partner with healthcare institutions to develop and refine emergency preparedness plans, ensuring effective responses to health crises or natural disasters.
- Contribute to projects focused on optimizing the design and layout of healthcare facilities for improved patient care, safety, and efficiency.
College Credits and Certifications
Students have the opportunity to receive:
- Medical Terminology - College Credit through State Fair Community College
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Stop The Bleed Certification
- CPR Certification
Partners
- Hospitals and Medical Centers
- Clinics and Medical Practices
- Diagnostic Laboratories
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Rehabilitation Centers
- Public Health Organizations
- Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities
- Health Insurance Providers
- Medical Research Institutions
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Providers
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