Humans use their mouths and throats constantly, often unconsciously, to perform basic tasks like swallowing food or speaking aloud, so problems within this section of the body need to be addressed immediately and thoroughly. Speech-language pathologists assist in these situations, and demand for their services is growing rapidly. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts […]
A health science major learns health care, health promotion, disease prevention and improving the lives of their patients. A health science major studies health and disease in the human body. Students in this major are prepared to work in a variety of health-related careers and settings and to pursue graduate-level education. Health science majors usually […]
Increasingly, prospective medical students are understanding that they aren’t required to major in a hard science to gain admission to medical school. While this may be a relief if you have interests in other fields, it can also be intimidating. With so many possible majors and the pressure of completing rigorous premedical requirements, how should you choose […]
Take timing and course requirements into account when selecting your classes. Let’s say you know you want to be a physician, but beyond that, you’re not sure how best to prepare. If you are beginning your undergraduate studies in the fall, you have the perfect opportunity to strategically plan your coursework. Here are steps you can […]
For students who have always dreamed about a career in medicine, medical school may not necessarily be the right path. Below are 8 things to put into consideration when planning on applying to medical school: 1. Not scoring high or too many repetitions of the MCAT Despite thorough test preparation, some students repeatedly take the Medical College Admission […]
Pathologists must first complete the required four years of medical school before beginning their training as residents. This residency period may last for an additional four to five years, after which they will be eligible to take examinations for board certifications. At this point, many pathologists may also undertake additional training in a chosen subspecialty. […]
No matter your age or nursing experience level, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, commonly known as a BSN degree, can be an important entry point or next step into the profession. The journey to a BSN can take you on many different paths. If you are also an RN nurse wanting to advance your […]
There are no hard and fast rules on how old is too old when it comes to entering the nursing profession. So, don’t make your age a barrier. You’ve done some research on where you might be able to apply for nursing school. You’ve looked at the time and costs involved and what they’ll mean […]
The road to becoming a physician is long and often tedious. Between studying hard to make the right grades in high school and college, preparing for and taking any required exams, getting through the admissions process, staying afloat in medical school classes and clinical rotations, and residency, becoming a doctor is one of the most […]
Many people dream of one day becoming a doctor, but are ultimately deterred by the long and difficult process of getting an MD degree. The process takes a lot of dedication, passion, and hard work, and can take up to twelve or more years of schooling and residency in countries like the U.S. However, getting […]
