Health Care Career Guide.

>> Self Assessment

The health related professions offer almost anyone an exciting and satisfying career with a world of challenges and opportunities for growth. Health care personnel provide an invaluable contribution to the health and well being of individuals, families and communities. With hundreds of specialized health careers you can utilize almost any talent you have. With so many choices and specializations there’s a place in heath care for virtually everyone. So consider a health career, it may just be the right path for you!

Take this short quiz to see if a career in health may be right for you.

Yes	No
		--	I enjoy health and sciences classes.
		--	I do well in math.
		--	I like helping people.
		--	I think I would like helping people who are sick or injured.
		--	I like to work with equipment and technology.
		--	I would enjoy flexibility in my work schedule.
		--	I like to work as a member of a team.
		--	I can follow directions.
		--	I communicate well.
		--	I work well under stress.
		--	I am a good listener.
		--	I am a patient person.
		--	I like working with my hands.
		--	I would like to work in a laboratory.
		--	I like to solve problems.
		--	I take pride in carrying out instructions well.
		--	I like having responsibilities.
		--	I like to learn about the human body and how it works.
		--	I can keep accurate records.
		--	I am interested in first aid and safety.
		--	I like to meet people.

Add up the number of times you selected "yes".

Type the number in this box.

If your number was 7 or more, click HERE.

If your number was 6 or less, click HERE.

The National Institutes of Health's Office of Science Education also possesses helpful information including self assessment, college preparation, education, and salary statistics. Please visit their website at http://science.education.nih.gov/LifeWorks.nsf/CareerFinder.htm.