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Preparing Yourself for a Healthcare Career

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There are many steps you can take to prepare yourself for a career in health care:

Academics
  • Ensure your course selection in Grades 11 and 12 meet the entry requirements of your post secondary destination.
  • Achieve marks consistent with entry requirements.
Research
  • Research possible health careers. (see "links")
  • Research possible university and college programs. (see "links")
Explore/Experience
  • Co-operative Education
  • Job Shadowing
  • Volunteer Opportunities
Financial Assistance
It can cost $10,000 a year to attend college or university and is one of the best investments you will ever make!

Consider:
  • Savings
  • Loans
  • Bursaries. (see "Links")
  • Scholarships (see "Links")
  • Registered Education Plan
  • Canada and Ontario Student Loans
  • Banks - student line of credit
  • High School Guidance Department
  • Colleges / Universities
  • Corporations
  • Community Based Agencies
  • Parents' Workplaces




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