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Workshops & Info Sessions
 Mark your calendar! The Health Careers Center offers workshops, information sessions and fairs, to help students like you put your best foot forward when gearing up for a health professional program. These interactive activities are designed for students like you to help with career exploration in health sciences careers. Explore the links below to find information on courses, workshops and much, much more! SHORT COURSES & WORKSHOPS
Online Short Courses: In-Person Workshops:
INFORMATION SESSIONS BEYOND THE HEALTH CAREERS CENTER
ONLINE SHORT COURSES (non-credit)
Planning for Medical School
Are you considering or planning on going to medical school? Whether you are still trying to decide on medical school, or even if you have made a firm decision to go for it, this online short course can help. You can complete the short course individually from campus or home, and at your own pace, in approximately 2 - 3 hours. The short course is customizable depending on what stage you are at in the preparation process. After you complete the "Planning for Medical School" online short course, you are eligible to attend Action Plan Coaching Session, where you will receive counsultation and feedback from a Health Careers Center career consultant on your personalized action plan. Action Plan Coaching Sessions are held in-person or are arranged via phone/computer. Step 1: Planning for Medical School (online short course)
Register here and begin working on the Planning for Medical School online short course. Step 2: Action Plan Coaching Session (in-person)
Prerequisite: Completion of the Planning for Medical School workshop and completed action plan.
After completing the Planning for Medical School online short course (above), register for an Action Plan Coaching session. Bring a printed copy of your completed action plan to this session. Advance registration for this session and completion of the Planning for Medical School short course are required. These sessions are held in-person or are arranged via phone/computer.
WORKSHOPS Gaining Experience for a Health Career
Wondering about where to start gaining experience...or how to get started? Learn about health-related volunteer, research, and other opportunities which will help you get ready for a health professional program and, ultimately, a health career. After this workshop, you will have a better idea of the kind of experience that will be best for you. Learn about great experiences in hospitals, clinics, community organizations, research labs, and even abroad. Register and get started today...why wait? (top of page) Interviewing for Health Professional School
We will discuss what role the interview plays in admissions decisions and what the interview day is like. Learn about the interview process and how to prepare for a successful experience. We will discuss topics such as what to bring along, questions to ask, as well as questions to expect. Dates: TBD (top of page) Writing a Winning Personal Statement for Health Professional School
Come prepared to start brainstorming and writing! In this active-learning workshop, learn general strategies including do's and don’ts for writing a personal statement to a health professional program. Find out what topics are generally included in personal statements, why they are used by admissions committees, and strategies for presenting yourself and your experience in the best way possible. Examples will be provided and discussed. After completing the workshop, you will receive a pass to return to the Health Careers Center for a 1:1 review of your personal statement. Begin the process today and don't wait! (top of page) AMCAS: Applying to Medical School
Those of you submitting applications to medical school this summer may have questions about the AMCAS application process: from how to categorize your coursework on the form to establishing the best timetable for yourself and knowing how to plan for secondary (supplemental) application materials. We will review the entire application process and provide you with information on how to plan for a strong application. (top of page)
INFORMATION SESSIONS Clinical Laboratory Sciences Information Sessions
Come to this session and have all of these questions answered:
1. What is Clinical Laboratory Sciences?
2. Why be a Clinical Laboratory Scientist?
3. Why attend the U of M?
Learn about the field of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS) and the application process for the CLS program for at the University of Minnesota. (top of page) Dental Hygiene Information Sessions
This informative session answers any questions regarding the dental hygiene program. We discuss the dental hygiene major, course pre-requisites, the program curriculum, transfer coursework, and the application process. Sessions are one hour in length. (top of page) Dental School Advising Sessions
Learn about the Dentistry program at the University of Minnesota at this in-depth information and advising session. Receive individualized advising on getting started towards this career path. This session is 1.5 hours long. This session includes: a 30-minute presentation about the DDS application process and information on becoming a qualified candidate; a 30-minute question and answer advising session; and a 30-minute tour of the Dental School. Bring copies of your transcripts with you for the question and answer time! (top of page) Healthcare Administration (MHA) Information Sessions
Learn more about the Master of Healthcare Administration Program at the University of Minnesota. With over 50 years of leadership in healthcare management, Minnesota’s MHA Program is one of the top-ranked programs in the country, and the only accredited MHA program in the region. Call 612-626-7378 or send an e-mail mrath@umn.edu for information on upcoming sessions. (top of page) Medical School Information Sessions
The Medical School is hosting information sessions during the summer 2009. Look here for dates and registration links. (top of page) Nursing (BSN) Information Sessions
This group information session will answer many of your questions about the nursing program. During the session, we talk about the nursing major, prerequisite courses, transfer coursework, and the application process. This session will only discuss and review the BSN program. Bring your questions! (top of page) Nursing (MN) Information Sessions
These information sesssions focus on the Master of Nursing (MN) program, which is geared for those individuals with recognized baccalaureate degrees in areas other than nursing and wish to become registered nurses. All MN Information Sessions will be held in 4-180 Weaver-Densford Hall. Contact the Office of Student and Career Advancement Services at the School of Nursing at 612-625-7980 or via e-mail at SONStudentInfo@umn.edu for upcoming times and dates. (top of page) Occupational Therapy: First Steps to Occupational Therapy
Explore occupational therapy as a career choice at these sessions. The session includes a definition of occupational therapy, career outlook, career preparation, options for health careers and course planning strategies. To find out more, call 612-626-5887, email otprog@umn.edu. or visit the Occupational Therapy site. (top of page) Pharmacy Information Sessions
Learn strategies for preparing to be a pharmacist, including: admissions requirements, desired qualifications for admissions to Pharmacy School, and the application process. Time is set aside for individual questions. (top of page) Physical Therapy Information Nights
Learn about the opportunities in the field of physical therapy and the U of M program in physical therapy during this special information night called "The Education and Career of a Physical Therapist", located at 202 ChRC (Children's Rehabilitation Center, 426 Church Street SE, on the Minneapolis campus). Email ptquest@umn.edu or call 612-626-5303 for further details. (top of page) Public Health Information Sessions and Preview Days
The School of Public Health is eager to share their knowledge and excitement for public health with you. To assist you with the important decisions you will be making, hosting numerous events throughout the year for prospective students. Please visit the School of Public Health website for further details and to register for these events. (top of page) Respiratory Care Information Sessions
Learn about careers in Respiratory Care at an information session. Representatives from the U of M Rochester campus will share a presentation and answer questions regarding this career path and the application process. The Respiratory Care curriculum includes clinical experiences at Mayo Clinic Rochester and Mayo Heath System. Dates: TBD. (top of page) Scientific and Technical Communication
Scientific and technical communicators work with physicians, scientists, researchers, engineers, and other experts to gather information about a product or service. They then transform complex information into language that audiences can understand for use in brochures, web sites, online documentation, multimedia, or videos. Attend a session to learn more about Scientific and Technical Communication. (top of page)
The information provided during these workshops and/or information sessions is provided solely for educational purposes. While every effort is made to provide accurate and current information, the Health Careers Center is not responsible for admissions or employment decisions by the University of Minnesota , other academic institutions, or outside employers. Links to external web sites are provided as a courtesy only and are not necessarily endorsed by the Health Careers Center or the University of Minnesota.
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