Healthcare and Health Sciences

The Healthcare and Health Sciences Career Pathway offers a multitude of diverse opportunities with focuses on areas such as research, treatment and prevention of illness and injury in humans and animals, and public safety and health.

People working in this pathway tend to have an interest in science, with strong analytical abilities.  They often enjoy problem-solving and have a desire to help others.

Just a few of the many professions in the Healthcare and Health Sciences pathway include nursing, occupational therapy, public health, medicine, pharmacy, health education, veterinary medicine, and dentistry.

Work locations and environments can vary widely for these occupations.  In addition to hospitals and clinics, some health professionals may find themselves working in schools, labs, offices, universities, or even traveling and providing in-home services.

Students interested in exploring this pathway or wanting assistance in any stage of their career journey within it can make a career planning appointment with the Manager for Career Pathways, Brendan Daigle, or Career Coach, Kyle Schramm.

Tips For A Great Shadowing Experience

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Health Professions Applications 101: Your Guide to Success

A workshop on the topic of preparing for applying to health professional schools was held on Thursday, April 17th, hosted by Brendan Daigle, Manager for Career Pathways – Healthcare & Health Sciences and Gabby Diaz-Portalatin, Manager for Career Pathways, Architecture, …

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Medi-Gators Peer Advising

Are you pre-health? Are you eager to craft your unique pre-health experience? Firstly, congratulations on your interest in pursuing a career in healthcare! Being ‘pre-health’ is a wonderful journey of medical exploration and education that can be tailored to your …

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Resources for Students with Disabilities in the Healthcare & Health Sciences Pathway

Navigating the academic and career journey to pursue an occupation in healthcare can be challenging.  Doing so with a disability can add to the challenge.  The UF Career Connections Center wants to help you be successful by providing tools to …

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How to Get Unstuck in Your Healthcare Job Search

Navigating the labyrinth of job searching can feel overwhelming, especially in a field as nuanced and critical as healthcare. You might still feel stuck in your job search despite possessing the necessary skills, experience, and passion. We will explore strategies …

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Using Public Health Data Sources

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Career Resources

Navigating the academic and career journey to pursue an occupation in healthcare can be challenging.  Doing so with a disability …

Beyond120 has numerous opportunities for student engagement via research, Global Engagement, excursions, internships, etc.

Virtual healthcare shadowing program for UF students.

Find research opportunities on or off campus.

A wealth of tools and information for UF students interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare field.

Contact & Location

Phone
352-392-1601
Address

J. Wayne Reitz Union
Suite 1300
PO Box 118507
Gainesville, FL 32611-8507

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

We are located on Level 1 of the Reitz Union.