HEALTHCARE ACTIVITIES NURTURING DISCOVERY AND SKILLS
A post engagement network for alumni to sustain interest and involvement while in high school.
Provide a resource package
• Include links to:
o Local health care volunteer opportunities.
o Health care career fairs or expos.
o Online courses, like first aid or CPR training.
• Share lists of schools and programs offering pathways into health care fields.
Volunteer and shadowing opportunities
• Partner with Local Organizations:
o Collaborate with hospitals, clinics, and emergency services to offer volunteer roles.
o Facilitate shadowing experiences in various healthcare settings.
• Rotary Involvement:
o Leverage Rotary connections to provide unique access to healthcare initiatives.
Guide - Academic and Career progression
• Share advice on preparing for post-secondary education (e.g., prerequisites for nursing or medical programs).
• Introduce pathways like paramedicine, occupational therapy, or public health.
Create a follow-Up support network
• Alumni Group: Establish a group (e.g., on social media or a platform like Discord) for program participants to share experiences, resources, and opportunities.
• Mentorship Pairing: Pair students with mentors in their area of interest (e.g., a nurse, paramedic, or physician) for ongoing guidance.
Extended learning opportunties
• Workshops and Webinars:
o Host sessions on specialized topics like medical technology, public health, or mental health.
o Feature guest speakers from diverse healthcare fields.
• Hands-On Experiences:
o Organize additional simulation labs or skill-building workshops, such as suturing, first aid, or patient communication.
Encourage local engagement
• Partner with hospitals, clinics, or community health organizations to offer job-shadowing opportunities.
• Promote involvement in health-related community service projects, such as blood drives or wellness fairs.
Organize post even programs
Share advice on preparing for post-secondary education (e.g., prerequisites for nursing or medical programs).• Introduce pathways like paramedicine, occupational therapy, or public health.
