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LaRissa
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If my strengths are critical thinking and compassion and my hobby is playing soccer what type of careers or industries might best fit me? What other strengths or experiences might I need for the suggested careers? ?
Im a junior in high school preparing to join a career but I'm still unsure. As of right now I am on the path of becoming a graduation Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). I want to go into healthcare because I know that I can help people and I have the ability to do so but I've also become interested in joining the Air Force.
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Dianna Soto
Non Sterile Pharmacy Technician
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Hi LaRissa,
You can do both CNA and join the Air Force. I’ve also met a lot of military veterans who have joined the military first and learned many different jobs positions until they found the right one. Some took classes outside of the base that were moved to and courses in that state or country until their were done completing their services.
Also, the military covers payments of going to college and they can give you a list of all the programs they cover, with a criteria list.
Personally, try not to stress about it. I think that is what getting to you. Take things one step at a time, and just breathe.
You can do both CNA and join the Air Force. I’ve also met a lot of military veterans who have joined the military first and learned many different jobs positions until they found the right one. Some took classes outside of the base that were moved to and courses in that state or country until their were done completing their services.
Also, the military covers payments of going to college and they can give you a list of all the programs they cover, with a criteria list.
Personally, try not to stress about it. I think that is what getting to you. Take things one step at a time, and just breathe.
Cheri Hall
Physical Therapist
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Hello LaRissa,
It appears you're on the right track, having already initiated your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. Your critical thinking skills and empathy will undoubtedly be beneficial in any profession you decide to pursue. Given your interest in sports, you might want to explore careers in Athletic Training or Physical Therapy. Your current CNA training could serve as a solid foundation for these professions.
Athletic trainers collaborate with doctors, coaches, and physical therapists to prevent, diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate injuries and illnesses in athletes and other patients. They are often the first medical professionals on the scene during sports events to evaluate injuries. They also devise injury prevention and treatment strategies for athletes and help create safe training programs at high schools and colleges. To become an athletic trainer, you'll need to complete high school, earn a bachelor's degree from a four-year college, and then pursue a master's degree in Athletic Training.
Physical Therapists, on the other hand, are licensed medical practitioners who work with a wide range of patients affected by diseases, injuries, and movement disorders. They may assist an athlete recovering from an injury or surgery, but their work extends beyond athletes. They also help patients who have been in accidents or suffered a stroke, teaching them how to walk again. To become a physical therapist, you'll need to complete high school, earn a bachelor's degree from a four-year college, and then pursue a doctorate degree, which takes an additional three years. At the end of your education, you'll have earned your Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
Finally, considering your interest in the Air Force, it's worth noting that both Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapists are employed there. Athletic trainers serve in various roles, including at the Air Force Academy, the Special Warfare Training Wing, and the Air Force Special Operations Command. Physical Therapists work with injured airmen and contribute to wellness promotion.
It appears you're on the right track, having already initiated your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. Your critical thinking skills and empathy will undoubtedly be beneficial in any profession you decide to pursue. Given your interest in sports, you might want to explore careers in Athletic Training or Physical Therapy. Your current CNA training could serve as a solid foundation for these professions.
Athletic trainers collaborate with doctors, coaches, and physical therapists to prevent, diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate injuries and illnesses in athletes and other patients. They are often the first medical professionals on the scene during sports events to evaluate injuries. They also devise injury prevention and treatment strategies for athletes and help create safe training programs at high schools and colleges. To become an athletic trainer, you'll need to complete high school, earn a bachelor's degree from a four-year college, and then pursue a master's degree in Athletic Training.
Physical Therapists, on the other hand, are licensed medical practitioners who work with a wide range of patients affected by diseases, injuries, and movement disorders. They may assist an athlete recovering from an injury or surgery, but their work extends beyond athletes. They also help patients who have been in accidents or suffered a stroke, teaching them how to walk again. To become a physical therapist, you'll need to complete high school, earn a bachelor's degree from a four-year college, and then pursue a doctorate degree, which takes an additional three years. At the end of your education, you'll have earned your Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
Finally, considering your interest in the Air Force, it's worth noting that both Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapists are employed there. Athletic trainers serve in various roles, including at the Air Force Academy, the Special Warfare Training Wing, and the Air Force Special Operations Command. Physical Therapists work with injured airmen and contribute to wellness promotion.
Katherine Jensen
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With these skills, there is a lot of good fields that you can excel in. I currently work in EMS, and these are both things that I have to use on the daily. Lots of active military also work in healthcare. I currently work for a fire department in my area and a lot of my crew members are active or retired military. Combat Medic is a great route to go if you're interested. I've known people that got their EMT-B and then were trained by the army as a combat medic. One thing I want to note, most of the folks I know well are Army and the Air Force may have different requirements, so hop onto their website and look into it! Combat Medic would be a great thing to combine what sounds like two of your interests and be a way to use the skills that you value.
On the other hand, CNA is an awesome job, especially if you would like to go further in the medical field (nurse, M.D., P.A., etc.) It would absolutely be realistic to do both army and CNA separately. You would have to put in some time with the Air Force first, but it would absolutely be doable.
On the other hand, CNA is an awesome job, especially if you would like to go further in the medical field (nurse, M.D., P.A., etc.) It would absolutely be realistic to do both army and CNA separately. You would have to put in some time with the Air Force first, but it would absolutely be doable.