Career 911: Your Future Job in Medicine and Healthcare
Explore healthcare career options and learn strategies for entering the healthcare workforce. Ideal for students and career transitions.
Explore healthcare career options and learn strategies for entering the healthcare workforce. Ideal for students and career transitions.
This course, offered by Northwestern University, helps students and career changers explore healthcare career options and develop strategies for entering the field. It covers a wide range of topics including career exploration, personal story development, resume and cover letter writing, job search techniques, interviewing skills, and professional networking. The course features insights from over 50 healthcare professionals and Northwestern faculty, providing a comprehensive view of various healthcare careers. Through interactive modules, assignments, and peer reviews, students gain practical skills and knowledge to navigate their path into healthcare professions. The course also serves as a valuable resource for educators, parents, and career counselors supporting students' career readiness.
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What you'll learn
Explore various healthcare career options and understand their day-to-day responsibilities
Develop and articulate your personal story for professional opportunities
Create effective resumes and cover letters tailored to healthcare positions
Improve interviewing skills and learn to present yourself professionally
Understand the importance of networking in healthcare career advancement
Learn strategies for financing healthcare education and thriving in diverse environments
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
3.5 Hours PreRecorded video
15 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 9 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to healthcare careers and professional development strategies. It covers various aspects of the healthcare industry, from clinical roles to leadership positions, offering students insights into diverse career paths. The curriculum includes personal story development, resume and cover letter writing, job search techniques, interviewing skills, and professional networking. Through a mix of video lectures, readings, assignments, and peer reviews, students gain practical skills for entering the healthcare workforce. The course also addresses important topics such as online presence, diversity in healthcare, and global health careers, preparing students for the modern healthcare landscape.
Why Health?
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Day in the Life Snapshots
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Keeping it Real - Healthcare Career Journeys
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Personal Story
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Professional Networking
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Resume
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
Cover Letter
Module 7 · 2 Hours to complete
Interviews
Module 8 · 2 Hours to complete
Supplementary Topics
Module 9 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Leading Advocate for Health Equity and Women's Health at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
Melissa A. Simon, MD MPH, is the George H. Gardner Professor of Clinical Gynecology and Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She is also the Founder and Director of the Center for Health Equity Transformation and the Chicago Cancer Health Equity Collaborative. Additionally, she serves as the Associate Director for Community Outreach and Engagement at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Simon is an expert in implementation science, women's health across the lifespan, minority health, community engagement, and health equity. Her significant contributions to health equity scholarship and women's health have earned her numerous awards, including her recent election to the National Academy of Medicine and the Association of American Physicians. She has also received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Mathematics and Engineering Mentorship and is a Presidential Leadership Scholar. Dr. Simon has served on the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and currently sits on the NIH Office of Research in Women’s Health Advisory Committee.
Championing Health Equity and Innovation in Research
Rabih Dahdouh is a prominent Clinical Research Associate at Northwestern University's Center for Health Equity Transformation (CHET), where he has been instrumental since 2019 in managing projects aimed at reducing health disparities across various stages of disease prevention and treatment. With a robust background in behavioral health and preventive medicine, he has previously contributed to significant initiatives such as the Keep Your Heart Healthy program and the All of Us Research Program, which seeks to enroll one million participants to enhance precision medicine. Dahdouh holds a Bachelor's degree in Child Learning and Development and a Master's in Psychological Sciences from the University of Texas at Dallas. His current efforts include co-designing digital health tools to promote preventive services and increase diversity in clinical trials, as well as teaching an online course on career opportunities in healthcare through Coursera. His work exemplifies a commitment to integrating innovative health interventions with community engagement, ultimately striving to improve health outcomes for underserved populations.
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