School: Turner High School
Class: Healthcare Careers
Instructor: Drew Garner
Client: Health Science Coach Podcast, Drew Garner
Problem: What does it really take to succeed—and find fulfillment—in a career in healthcare?
Summary
Guided by the central question, “What does it really take to succeed—and find fulfillment—in a career in healthcare?” Students began by researching potential career paths and identifying the necessary post-secondary education and certifications for their chosen roles.
Students built professional LinkedIn profiles to establish an online presence and connect with healthcare professionals aligned with their interests. Using tools like Microsoft Bookings and Teams, each student conducted a virtual interview with a subject matter expert, asking questions about the expert’s educational background, career journey, and advice for aspiring healthcare workers. These interviews were recorded, edited, and developed into individual podcast-style videos for YouTube and social media, creating a resource that informs and inspires students, parents, and educators about real-world pathways in healthcare.
Takeaways
We are able to pair with the Audio Visual Business class, which was really helpful. We are using our audio-visual pathway to edit the interview videos for YouTube, IG, FB, etc. The business classes will determine the marketing strategies needed for social media postings and create a schedule to implement. This tool will allow other students across the metro, state, and country access to learn about healthcare professional careers.
Advice
Make sure to focus on the production schedule with current students and the other classroom teachers.
Standards/Learning Targets
5.1 Classify the personal traits and attitudes desirable in a member of the healthcare team.
5.2 Summarize professional standards as they apply to hygiene, dress, language, confidentiality, and
behavior.
5.3 Demonstrate proper hygiene of a health care worker.
5.4 Describe the proper dress of a health care worker.
5.5 Discuss proper behavior in a healthcare setting (honesty, empathy, dependability, lifelong learner,
and teamwork.
6.1 Identify a variety of careers in Health Science
Biotechnology Research & Development (Ex.: Forensic Pathologist, Pharmaceutical, Biologist)
6.2 Identify specific careers and the job responsibilities, daily duties, skill requirements, and interaction
with patients and/or staff
6.3 Develop a program of study that lists secondary classes, CTE classes, post-secondary institutions, program, certifications, and other training needed for a career
Diagnostic Services (Ex.: Radiology, Clinical Lab Tech, Audiologist, Optician)
Therapeutic Services (Ex.: Nursing, Athletic Trainer, Dental Hygienist, Respiratory Therapist,
Vet)
Health Informatics (Ex.: Medical Coder, Risk Manager, Healthcare Administrator, Admissions)
Support Services (Ex.: Dietary, Social Work, Mortician, Interpreter, Environmental Advocate)