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Field Experiences

The Academy of Health Careers takes pride in not only providing students with rigorous, content-driven coursework in students' fields of interest, but also offering one of a kind, learning outside of the classroom.


Through these "extra" experiences, students develop important skills they can take with them into the future. These skills are essential for students to compete both the higher education and professional markets as well as serving as some of the most memorable experiences students have of their time in high school.

Versatility

The Academy of Health Careers offers students the best of both worlds: rigorous academic coursework combined with real-world experiences, all while allowing them to enjoy a full high school experience. Unlike students who focus only on academics, Academy students can participate in clinical internships with medical professionals, community service, and have the ability to participate in dual enrollment for college credits, all of which enhance their résumés. At the same time, they have the flexibility to be involved in sports, clubs, and other activities, developing leadership and teamwork skills. This balance of academic rigor, practical experience, and extracurricular involvement allows students to build a diverse portfolio while still enjoying the social and personal growth that comes with a traditional high school experience. This makes them more desirable to both colleges and future employers, who value well-rounded individuals prepared for success.

Real World Experiences

Students have the opportunity to experience working medical professionals and facilities providing students with an up-close look at various careers in the medical field. Through our visits to Johns-Hopkins All Children's Hospital students, TGH - Crystal River, HCA Inverness experience observing and learning from medical professionals in a real-working hospital. Our clinical experiences in various medical facilities throughout the county allows students experience working hands-on in a related or chosen field of study providing students with knowledge and experience they could not get elsewhere.
Recently, The Perry Initiative provided a select few applicants the opportunity to experience hands on bone repair and casting techniques in a one-of-a-kind workshop seminar providing those students with opportunity they could not get elsewhere.

A group of nursing students and a clinical instructor gather around a hospital bed in a simulation lab, observing and interacting with a high-fidelity mannequin patient as part of medical training.

A large group of nursing students in navy blue scrubs pose for a group photo in front of a Johns Hopkins All Childrenundefineds Hospital Lifeline ambulance outside the hospital facility.

Three young students in blue scrubs smile at a table during a medical workshop, holding orthopedic bone models and surgical plates, surrounded by water bottles, learning materials, and other students in the background.

Leadership

Students develop these skills by participating in activities such as Junior Achievement and Kinderbuddies which allows them to serve as mentors and teachers to younger students.

Students also develop leadership skills throughout their coursework, various community service opportunities, and through our Kiwanis Field Day event each year.

Three male nursing students in navy blue scrubs sit at a cafeteria table, smiling and engaging with young children during a school lunchtime outreach activity.

Nursing students in scrubs kneel in an elementary school hallway, helping children with a large paper project on the floor in front of educational posters and student artwork.

A young boy and a nursing student in scrubs pose proudly in a school hallway next to a large, colorful body diagram drawn on paper, part of a hands-on educational anatomy activity.

A nursing student and a young girl collaborate on a life-size anatomical drawing on paper during a classroom activity, with computers and educational supplies in the background.

Team Work

Working with others is an essential skill that will be required of students in most every field they enter. Through our yearly visits to places such as MOSI and Caruth Camp students develop the skills necessary to work with others in various capacities.
This is further developed as students move through the course work in each pathway.

A group of students participating in an outdoor team-building activity in a wooded area. One girl is walking across a log while others stand on both sides, offering support with their hands raised. Sunlight beams through the trees.

A group of students sitting and standing on wooden benches in an outdoor area, smiling at the camera. They are wearing matching navy blue shirts with a school emblem, surrounded by trees and dirt paths.

A group of students seated in a circle of chairs on a grassy field under a large yellow and white tent during a school event. They are smiling and interacting, with many people and activities visible in the background.

Compassion

In virtually every medical field, students will need to practice compassion. Compassion for their patients, family members, and other professionals.
There is no day it is on display more than on Kiwanis Field Day. Students work, often one-on-one with the Special Olympic athletes encouraging, celebrating and helping them throughout the day.

Student volunteer in navy scrubs sits on the grass next to a participant wearing a bright pink 'Kiwanis Field Day' shirt and medals, both engaged in conversation.

Two student volunteers push participants in wheelchairs during a race on a track at a school event, with cheering spectators in the bleachers.

Student volunteer walks hand in hand with a young participant wearing a 'Kiwanis Field Day' shirt and medal on a grassy field during a school event.

Smiling student volunteer in navy scrubs runs hand in hand with a participant in a pink 'Kiwanis Field Day' shirt and medal along a track with spectators cheering in the background.