Specialties
Specializing in heart diseases and conditions
Cardiology
These are advanced-practice nurses who specialize in providing prenatal care, childbirth assistance, and postpartum care to women.
Nurse Midwife
This career requires a high school diploma. They may greet patients, schedule appointments, take vital signs, and assist with medical procedures.
Medical Assistant
They are highly skilled healthcare professionals who provide advanced medical care in emergencies, such as administering medications and intubating patients.
Paramedics
They are passionate about teaching people how to lead healthier lives. They develop and implement programs and campaigns to raise awareness about important health issues like nutrition, exercise, and disease prevention.
Health educators
Specializes in taking care of children
Pediatrics
These are advanced-practice registered nurses who specialize in providing sedation and pain management services during surgical procedures.
Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
They clean teeth, examine patients for signs of oral diseases, and provide preventive dental care. They typically need an associate degree.
Dental Hygienist
Their primary responsibilities include assessing patients' conditions, providing basic medical treatment, and transporting patients to medical facilities for further care. Basic programs can be completed in as little as 6 weeks.
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
They are trusted members of their communities who bridge the gap between healthcare providers and the people they serve. They advocate for their communities' health needs, provide guidance on accessing healthcare services, and offer culturally relevant health education and support.
Community health workers (CHWs)
Specializes in the treatment of cancer
Oncology
This entry-level nurse provides direct patient care under the supervision of RNs or LPNs. The training required for this career typically takes between 4 and 12 weeks.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
They perform diagnostic imaging examinations, such as X-rays, on patients. They operate imaging equipment, position patients, and ensure the quality of the images. They typically need an associate degree in radiography.
Radiologic Technologist
They specialize in caring for patients who are victims of violence, abuse, or trauma. They play a crucial role in collecting evidence.
Forensic Nurses
They investigate the spread of diseases within communities work to understand the causes and patterns of illnesses and help develop strategies to prevent and control diseases.
Epidemiologists
Specializes in taking care of older adults
Geriatrics/Gerontology
These are advanced practice nurses who provide primary and specialty healthcare services, including diagnosing and treating conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and prescribing medications.
Nurse Practitioners
They treat patients with breathing disorders. They evaluate patients, perform diagnostic tests, and administer treatments. They typically need an associate degree.
Respiratory Therapist
They specialize in assessing and managing individuals experiencing mental health crises.
Psychiatric emergency clinicians
They provide nutritional assessments, counseling, and education to individuals and communities to promote healthy eating habits and prevent chronic diseases.
Nutritionists
Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of dental and facial irregularities
Orthodontics
These are licensed healthcare professionals who provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and advise and emotionally support patients and their families. Required education is at least an associate degree.
Registered Nurse (RN)
They help patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working. They assist with therapeutic activities and teach patients how to use adaptive equipment. They need an associate degree from an accredited program.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
They oversee the operations of emergency medical services agencies, including ambulance services, paramedic teams, and emergency dispatch centers.
EMS administrators
They play a vital role in addressing social and emotional factors that impact individuals' health and well-being.
Social workers