Health Care Programs with Nar

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Originally from Jamaica, Nar knew she wanted a career in healthcare. She saw the valuable health science degrees at Shawnee State, which offer several two-year degree programs to help students get their careers started faster. With special simulation labs and clinical partnerships with local health agencies, students are prepared for in-demand careers. Nar, please tell us more.

– Thanks for the introduction, Alex. Hi everyone. Growing up, education was very important in my family. I come from a country where healthcare is not the best, and I wanted to be involved in the healthcare field so I can give back and make a difference. Shawnee State University was a great choice for me, due to its affordability, professors, and healthcare programs which are well-known for their quality. I started my time at Shawnee in nursing, but that led me to radiology technology, a job field I never even knew existed, but ultimately loved. Students have many other healthcare career options here, like respiratory therapy, medical laboratory technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and dental hygiene. These programs have high licensure pass rates and 100% of graduates have jobs waiting for them when they graduate. Our hospitals, healthcare agencies and communities need more healthcare professionals, and it feels good knowing I’m entering a field that needs me. Shawnee also makes earning a degree affordable. Free tuition is available to many students who qualify, and several merit scholarships for incoming students help make college possible. The affordability and variety of programs has definitely helped me to prepare for my career. We have great professors who are dedicated to providing the best learning experience through a dynamic range of hands-on experiences, clinicals, videos, and one-on-one learning sessions. To top it off, our Career Resources department prepares students for real-world experiences, such as job interviews, creating resumes and cover letters, and internships. The Shawnee community creates a thriving and authentic environment to grow academically and interpersonally. They gave me the opportunity to explore what I wanted to do and led me to my passion. If they can do it for me, they can do it for you. Back to you, Alex.

– Thank you for sharing, Nar. Healthcare programs in every field are in demand all across the nation. With hands-on labs, in-depth clinical rotations and mentorship from experienced faculty, students in Shawnee State’s Health Science, and Nursing programs are ready to meet these needs. Well, done, Nar, and thanks again.