College Students

While in college students tend to focus so much on their degree they forget to think about their future after college.  What do you want to do once you finish?  For some they are interested in continuing their education either through medical school, pharmacy school, or even veterinary medicine.  If you have questions about furthering your education you have come to the right place.

Capital AHEC has put together a wide variety of resources to help you get started in your quest for a career.  It is a long journey but an important one.  Check out the different opportunities for you!

H.O.T. Jobs (Health Opportunities in Texas)
This is a cool guide to teach you about health careers in Texas. The web site lists over 80 different health careers, their job responsibilities, work environments, job outlook, length of training/requirements, licensure/certification requirements, salary, education programs available, and professional associations.

Financial Aid
Did you know there are thousands of dollars worth of scholarships that go unclaimed every year?  If you need help with the cost of college scholarships are the answer. 

Shadowing
On the job experiences are available for students interested in health careers on an individual basis.  This opportunity allows students to shadow a health professional for a day in order to determine if it is a career they are interested in.

Assessment
Not sure how to get started?  Take this free interest assessment to find out a little more about yourself.  This tool allows you to look at your interests and match them up with possible careers.

Medical Schools in Texas
Texas has eight medical schools in the state.  Seven schools teach allopathic medicine and one teaches osteopathic.  Check out which school is right for you and what their requirements for admission are.

To find out more information on any of our career opportunities or to schedule a presentation or shadowing experience, contact Ashley King at aking@capitalahec.org.