Saints Maps - Health Sciences/General

HEALTH SCIENCES- GENERAL

SUGGESTED MINORS CAREER COMPETENCIES

Health Sciences majors take courses to prepare them for careers in the health sector from both the scientific and psychosocial perspectives and includes several specific concentrations. Heath science majors can choose a concentration that focuses on the broader health science track or pre-nursing as a part of their undergraduate studies or one that focuses on graduate programs including: pre-physical therapy, pre-occupational therapy, pre-athletic training or public health.

Students are active in planning their course selections and potential internship opportunities related to their specific concentration within the Health Sciences program.

SUCCESS AS A SAINT

Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.

Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.

Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.

Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.

HEALTH SCIENCES - GENERAL

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ENGAGE

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Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog

Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly

Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office

Join an on-campus organization such as the Pre-Health Professions Club

Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing

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Consider adding a minor another field such as Administration

FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP

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Meet with your new faculty progress to degree

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Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel

Apply for an industry-based pursue clinical observation

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Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions

Begin researching jobs in your field of study and narrow down to Top 5 choices

Create Handshake account

Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice

Explore average salaries for your career

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Attend the Graduate explore our partnership 

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Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet

Create a LinkedIn profile

Research professional admissions requirements

YEARS FINAL YEAR

minor or certificate in Biology or Healthcare

faculty advisor to check

SAINTS ADVANTAGE

Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.

CAREER PATHS

events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner

industry-based internship or observation hours

School Fair in the fall and partnership with VCOM

resume business attire or visit the Saints

profile professional programs and requirements & deadlines

Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements

Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents

Apply to graduate

Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair

Now is the time to prep and register to sit for the medical program admission tests (GRE or MCAT)

Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium

Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce

Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references

Apply for jobs in your field

Public Health

Physical Therapy

Health Education Specialist

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Pharmaceutical Sales Medical & Health Service Manager 

FURTHER EDUCATION

 Graduate or professional school programs in the following areas:

Occupational therapy, physical therapy, public health, speech-language pathology, dentistry, pharmacy and more!

SKILLS

Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve

Be able to lead and inspire others

Strong aptitude for science & math

Ability to work well under pressure

GRADUATE SUCCESS

The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2022 graduate survey)

Health science has more than 20 major fields of study that range from lab research, global health, maternal & child health to the diversity of environmental & behavioral health.

Public health careers are growing from 8-15%. Salaries range from $40,000 to over $100,000 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2018).

Healthcare occupations are projected to add about 2.4 million new jobs by 2029.

Both Athletic Trainers & Occupational Therapists require a Master’s degree, while Physical Therapists are now required to earn a Doctoral degree.

LIFE AFTER GRADUATION

Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:

Lindsay Bartholomew

Justin Davis

Katie Jones

Tom LeGrand

Katie Maher

Stacey Mason

Michelle Phillips-Meek

Kelly Tillinghast

“Being a health sciences major allowed me to decide where in healthcare I wanted to go without being confined into one box. My education at Limestone prepared me for the reality of graduate school and gave me the necessary tools to succeed. I am currently pursuing a Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and couldn’t be more grateful for my experience at Limestone to help get me where I am today.”

Madison Tarlton ‘21 Doctor of Occupational Therapy Student - Wingate University