How do you care?

From hands-on work with patients to supporting from behind the scenes, find your way to care in healthcare. Take the quiz to find careers that suit your skills.

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  • Tessa T., 9th grade

    “We only get one life to make our mark here, so why not choose a job that helps us do it?”

    Tessa T., 9th grade

  • Jahson J., Fitness Specialist

    “I guide patients on their journey to better health through effective fitness strategies, and it makes me so proud to see my patients make progress.”

    Jahson J., Fitness Specialist

  • Addison B., 10th grade

    “If you’d rather pull off miracles than push paper, then join me one day in the world of healthcare.”

    Addison B., 10th grade

  • Michael W., ER Nurse

    “As an ER nurse, I’m here to intervene in serious situations and help get people stabilized. When I do, it’s an incredible feeling.”

    Michael W., ER Nurse

  • Kaydence M., 11th grade

    “Even if I’m not sure about the exact job I want yet, I know there’s a home for my heart in healthcare.”

    Kaydence M., 11th grade

  • Kate W., Dietitian/Nutritionist

    “I’ve always cherished sharing meals with family and friends. Today, I get to connect with people over food in a totally different way.”

    Kate W., Dietitian/Nutritionist

  • Joshua H., Director of Finance

    “I use my finance skills to help clinical leaders manage budgets, staffing and productivity—so people have better access to quality care.”

    Joshua H., Director of Finance

  • Kayla D., 12th grade

    “I want to leave this world better than I found it. Healthcare will give me an opportunity to do that every day.”

    Kayla D., 12th grade

  • Phyllis G., Laboratory Supervisor

    “As a laboratory professional, I like working behind the scenes to uncover and understand the 'why' behind every result.”

    Phyllis G., Laboratory Supervisor

  • Milayh F., 12th grade

    “I love working with my hands and my heart. That’s why I want to be there for people when they need me.”

    Milayh F., 12th grade

  • Jada H., 8th grade

    “Being apathetic is pathetic. Life’s too short to punch the clock for years without a strong sense of purpose.”

    Jada H., 8th grade

  • Dionne C., Registered Nurse

    “As someone who’s always been geared toward helping people, I love what I do: Saving lives in a fast-paced environment.”

    Dionne C., Registered Nurse

  • Shea R., Physical Therapist

    “My job doesn’t feel like 'work' at all, because helping people feel better through therapy is something I’m incredibly passionate about.”

    Shea R., Physical Therapist

  • Ben T., 12th grade

    “Caring is cool. Health-caring is cooler. After all, you can’t spell ‘career’ without ‘care.’”

    Ben T., 12th grade

  • Olive S., 11th grade

    “I want to make a career out of making a difference, and healthcare will help me contribute to the greater good.”

    Olive S., 11th grade

  • Jadyn L., 12th grade

    “I want to leave this world better than I found it. Healthcare will give me an opportunity to do that every day.”

    Jadyn L., 12th grade

  • Tyler B., Business Manager

    “Creating more accuracy and integrity through finance is how I help our team operate more efficiently, so they can provide the best care.”

    Tyler B., Business Manager

  • Neveah S., 9th grade

    “I’m not just here to be a cog in the wheel. I’m here to make a real difference in others’ lives every single day.”

    Neveah S., 9th grade

Find the best careers for you.

Take our personality quiz to uncover your kind of care

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Operations

Human Resources
Cyber Security Director
Financial Services
Security Officer

Food Service

Nutritionist
Registered Dietitian
Food Service Associate
Cook

Clinical Work

Nurse
Physical Therapist
Pharmacist
Occupational Therapist

Research & Development

Clinical Research Specialist
Research Technician
Radiology Technician
Laboratory Specialist

Keep in mind, these are just a couple categories in a much wider world of healthcare.

Additional Resources

Healthcare Careers

NC Careers Occupations

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Occupational Outlook Handbook

Click here to see a range of in-demand healthcare roles paired with prerequisites, salary expectations and job descriptions from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Hospital Teen Programs

Alamance County

Buncombe County

Cumberland County

Duplin County

Gaston County

Henderson County

Henderson/Mitchell Counties

Passport Program (MAHEC) Asheville, NC (and surrounding areas)

Iredell County

Johnston County

UNC Health Johnston Camp Med Smithfield/Clayton, NC

UNC Health Johnston Teen Volunteers Smithfield/Clayton, NC

Mecklenburg County

Moore County

Moore County Teen Volunteer Program at FirstHealth of the Carolinas, contact  Cheryl Brownlee at VBrownlee@firsthealth.org or 910-715-1268, Pinehurst, NC

Pasquotank County

Volunteer Services, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, 252-384-4676, Elizabeth City, NC – Junior Volunteer Program, Healthcare Explorers, Youth Pre-Apprenticeship Program, High School Internships, Camp Scrubs

Scotland County

Wayne County

Wilkes County

Financial Aid Programs

Longleaf Commitment Grant: Recent high school graduates from low- to middle-income families can get tuition and fees covered for up to 5 semesters toward an associate degree or other curriculum program. https://www.cfnc.org/pay-for-college/apply-for-financial-aid/longleaf-commitment-grant/

 

Short Term Workforce Development (STWD) Grant: Grants $750 to students pursuing Workforce Continuing Education credential in high-demand fields. Can be used toward tuition, feeds, books, credentialing tests, childcare, transportation, etc. Check with local community colleges. Here is an example page: https://www.durhamtech.edu/continuing-education/financial-aid/non-credit/stwd

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