Student Success Statement

“A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession”

-Hippocrates

Reflection: I think what this quote means that even if you have many prized possessions your most prized possession will be your health. So even if you have an object that is worth millions your health is worth way more than that. No matter how expensive your possessions may be your health is worth far more than that. For example if you have to choose between saving you’re most prized possession or yourself you should always pick your health. So you should always choose your health over objects.

Sports Medicine Doctor

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sports doctors are medical professionals whose specialty is the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of injuries form athletic activities. These doctors generally focus on joint, bone and muscle health, although they also offer more generalized medical care as well to the people with whom they work.  Sports medicine prepares these doctors for work either in a traditional hospital or clinic setting , or in sporting events at both the professional and college levels. No matter where they choose to work, sports doctors enjoy the deep gratification of helping active people recover from sports- related injuries and return to the lifestyles they love.

Salary: $279,000 average annual

Education:

Many students who are interested in going on to medical school complete a bachelor’s degree with a pre-med concentration that gives them a solid foundation in biology, chemistry and physics. Getting into medical school can be competitive, so students must complete the courses and have excellent grades to be a good applicant. Students will also be required to pass the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) in order to get into medical school. Those interested in sports medicine are usually sports lovers themselves, often involved in some kind of team or individual sports activity.

I would like to work in this field because sports are something that i love and i like helping people so this job is ideal for me. 

Acupuncturist
Duties and Responsibilities:
Unlike conventional Western medical practice, acupuncture professionals are trained to treat the entire individual rather than specific illness or condition. They take into account a patient’s physical, mental and emotional condition in order to determine the proper course of treatment. In addition to providing acupuncture therapy, practitioners help their patients achieve balance and wellness in their everyday lives.
Salary: $60,000 per year
Education:
Most licensed acupuncturist hold master’s degrees or post-baccalaureate certificates form schools accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. As the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine explains, most programs require 1,500- 2,000 hours of acupuncture training and take 3-4 years to complete. Graduates must pass the certification exam offered by NCCAOM and fulfill any additional state licensing requirements.


I wouldn't like to work in this field because my hands shake a lot and i'll probably hurt someone.

Student Success Statement

“Courage is being scared to death and doing the right things anyway”

-Chae Richardson

Reflection: I believe this quote means that true courage is doing what is right no matter the consequences. True courage is standing up for what you know is right and not just running away. For example, say someone is getting bullied you should stop them because you know that is not the right thing to do. You should do the right thing even if it means that you will get hurt. So always do the right thing that is what true courage is, always doing thing right thing no matter the consequences.

                Wellness Professional

Duties and Responsibilities:

The main duties of a wellness specialist are to educate the public on how to improve their daily choices, prevent illness or access local resources. The method should be customized to the audience.  For example, a wellness specialist working for a company may hold a seminar and make room posters on preventative care, ergonomic seating, and the importance of exercise to productivity and motivation. Beyond this direct outreach, a wellness specialist may advise employers on the best insurance provider to meet employee needs.

Salary: $53,100 average

Education:

A wellness specialist often has a degree in a related discipline such as nursing, fitness or sports medicine. There are no specific requirements, but many positions require on-the-job training in addition to certification from accredited wellness organizations such as the International Association of Wellness Professionals. 

 I would like to work in this field because it is exactly what i want to do.. 

Student Success Statement

“I would prefer even to fail with honor than win by cheating.”

-Sophocles

Reflection: I believe this quote means that you should do the right thing even though your losing, losing is better than winning and cheating. For example say you’re down 21 to 0 in the last quarter of a game it is better to lose than win by cheating. So you should always do what is right even though you might lose than to cheat and win by a land slide. If you do what is right than you will always win maybe not on the score board but you will win. 

                Oral Care Professional

Duties and Responsibilities:

A dental hygienist is a licensed dental professional who specializes in preventive oral health, typically focusing on techniques in oral hygiene. Dental hygienists provide three types of services to their patients. The first of these is preventive services to promote and maintain good oral health. The second is educational services to help patients develop behaviors that promote better oral health and help them understand the importance of practicing these behaviors. The third type of service provided is therapeutic services which are treatments meant to stop disease and maintain healthy tissues in the mouth.

Average Salary: $70,000 per year

Education:

Dental hygienists are licensed oral health professionals who focus on preventing and treating oral cavity, and also to protect the patients’ total health. They are graduates of the accredited dental hygiene education programs in colleges and universities.

  I would like to work in this career path because it seems exciting and very helpful to people.