I have chosen to pursue a career in medical assisting. So far in this class I have learned a variety of information about this profession. I have learned exactly what a medical assistant does, what credentials and certificates I need to attain, current issues surrounding medical assisting, personality traits that will ensure success, different job opportunities available, and a copious amount of other things. I have also learned interesting things about other career paths and mapped out a career plan of my own.…
Medicine. As you begin working towards your goal of becoming a surgeon, enroll in an…
To begin, throughout high school, I have been tremendously fervent about the medical field, specifically Biology. After high school, I look forward to attending the University of South Dakota for four years to obtain a Bachelor of Science, with my major as Biology. Subsequent to that I will be in attendance at a school of Optometry, to obtain a Doctorate in Optometry. To prepare myself for college, I have engaged in supplemental curricula such as Calculus, Advanced Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy Terminology, and Anatomy Physiology in high school.…
There are many reasons that I decided to begin the journey of becoming a Certified Medical Assistant. For instance, one reason I chose medical assisting is because there are so many available career opportunities and options available for career advancement within the medical field. I believe becoming a Certified Medical Assistant will be a very rewarding career choice for me in the long run. I have always had a thriving passion for working within the medical field and have also always absolutely adored being helpful and assisting others in need.…
Most college students desire to get into the health care field but many are unsure on which course of action to take especially when professions such as the Physician Assistant might look very appealing. Some might consider the traditional doctor option but cannot commit to the long and strenuous years of work to become a doctor. The profession was created in the late 1960’s to mitigate the shortage of primary care physicians. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, physician assistants are set to grow “30% from 2014 to 2024, which is much higher than average”. The Physician Assistant profession can be a great alternative in the health care industry based on years/rigor of undergraduate course load, and the benefits to society.…
I am interested in pursing the major I chose above because I have developed a passion for medicine through my own health obstacles. I suffer from Chronic Migraines, which has caused me to spend a great deal of my life in doctor's offices. Positive experiences with my doctors lead to me idolizing them as a young child; so much so that I memorized the every bone in the body at the age of five. This passion stayed alive and well as I grew older, however my admiration began to transition from the doctors themselves to the subject. This all stemmed from my own health; I wanted to know exactly what was happening with my body and why. Now, I want to dedicate my life to the subject and possibly be the doctor that inspires someone to discover their…
I will be majoring in Human Body Sciences earning my Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and then extending my education and going for my masters. Science courses and non science courses are both required and necessary for my major and career. Science courses I will take can include: Anatomy, Genetics, Organic Chemistry, Physics, Physiology, Bacteriology and Biochemistry. Non Science courses I will take can include: Calculus, English Composition, College Algebra One, Humanities, Medical Terminology, Psychology, Literature, Sociology and Technical Writing. It is very likely that it will take a total of eight years to become a Physician’s Assistant after high school. A very tedious career to pursue, but will be worth it in the end. To earn my bachelors it will take at least four years. Earning my masters with take another two years. Once I have completed my masters I must get into a Physician Assistant's program for two more years of…
Going into my freshman year of college at The College of Charleston, I was unsure how the college experience would affect the next four years of my life; however, after nearly two semesters of coursework, career exploration, playing division one baseball, and being involved in the community, I have decided that the Honors College is the best path for me. I have set my mind on majoring in Biology and pursuing a career as a physician. The interdisciplinary studies, Honors Immersed, and the community involvement through Honors Engaged the Honors College offers directly line up with what I want to pursue outside of the classroom with regards to medicine and exploration into the sciences. These aspects of the Honors College will not only put me closer to achieving my goal of getting into Medical School, but I know I will enjoy them, as I have a passion for learning and helping others.…
There are many types of goals. Growing up, I always dreamed of being two things: a mother and a nurse. I am blessed to have two wonderful children ages 14 and 16 and have had the privilege of being able to be a stay-at-home mom during their younger years. Now that they are older and a bit more independent, I have decided to go back to school and fulfill my goal of earning my degree in Nursing. Throughout the years of growing and maturing, I have learned how important it is to have good morals, values, goals, a passion for something, and a good education. I have not only taught my children the importance of these characteristics, but I have also shown them that regardless of one’s age or stage in life, that…
After high school, I plan on attending the University of California, Riverside and obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree. In my time in college, I hope to strengthen some of my skills such as independence, perseverance, and determination in order to prepare for a harder education after college. After I graduate college, I plan on taking the Medical College Admission Test in order to attend medical school and become a pediatrician. Being a physician has always interested me, but I did not actually plan on following through with this career until my high school years. I learned it is a very well-paid career and that being a physician for children will make the career more enjoyable.…
My reason being that I love helping people and I believe that as the years go on and by the time I get my degree there will be so many people with a cronic condition that will need my help. I believe this because in the world that we live in I see every day on the news that there are so many people who are randomly getting really sick and a lot of people are getting cancer. Not only are people getting cancer but there people who get into car accedents and some people who have come back from war who need therapy. I believe that one person’s choice can make a…
I came into college not really knowing exactly what I wanted to do with the rest of my life, but I knew I wanted to do something in the medical field. My mom being a Physical Therapist, and me always having a special interest in science classes the idea was always there when I thought about my future. I am currently undecided, but have been taking classes on the Medical Biology track and very interested in minoring in something else on the side. But although I am on the Medical Biology track, as I said earlier I am very un-sure as to what specifically I want to do. Medical school being the most prestige opportunity in the medical area I decided to shoot for that and hopefully continue through with it, or find something…
Growing up my mother always asked me where I was going to attend college, never if I would attend. It was her priority to raise a daughter that would dream big and reach for my goals. Due to her influence and constant support I have developed a strong determination to be successful. It was through this determination that I was able to be the first person in my family to attend college. I wanted to earn a degree but more importantly, I wanted to be in a profession that I was passionate about. Deciding on a career in healthcare was an easy choice but figuring out what I’m truly passionate about has taken some time. I wanted to be in an area where I could really connect with patients and have that one on one interaction. Pursing a degree in…
I’d like to return to college now because I have reached a stage in my life, where I can truly appreciate the value of a college degree. I have been in the workforce for many years now and I have worked at some great places, have experienced and learned many things, and met some wonderful people along the way. However, my ultimate goal is to have a career and not just another J*O*B*. I know and understand how vital a college degree can be to a persons’ life and overall, personal, professional, and financial success.…
As I grew up, I knew in my heart that I wanted to work with children that needed help. Trying to figure out which graduate degree I wanted pursue in, I went in to work at an elementary school where I soon found out I wanted to become a counselor. When I looked into it and talked to the school counselor about my interest, she was estatic and suggested me to go for it. So in the interest of, my professional goal became to become a licensed professional counselor and after two years of teaching become a school counselor…