HCS 305 Week 4 Individual Assignment: Career Options

Choose one of the following options to complete this assignment.

Option 1

Complete the Career Spectrum Scavenger Hunt worksheet.

Option 2

Complete the Career Progression Worksheet.

Submit your assignment.

Career Progression Scavenger Hunt

Part 1

Find and list at least 5 non-clinical health care careers from various sectors in the health care industry. Describe the role of each career and explain what makes that profession different from the others. You can include, but are not limited to, factors like education and experience requirements, services rendered or products offered, licensure, pay, involvement with other health care sectors, and type of work duties.

Part 2

Explain using 200 to 400 words which of the above careers you believe you would best fit into and why.

Part 3

In the table below, identify 3 to 5 health care employers in your community. These can include those providing support services, health care-related products or services, as well as those providing indirect and direct care. Describe each as well as what types of employment or internship opportunities they offer.