High School Career Academy

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November - April

This program is available to 11th and 12th-grade high school students throughout Franklin County and surrounding areas. This paid six-month, after-school program introduces students to various health care careers, with the opportunity to obtain industry-recognized credentials. 

Students will be required to attend two sessions per month (4:30 to 8 p.m.)

Program elements include but are not limited to:

  • Medical terminology, HIPAA and CPR training
  • Earn validation for professional skills listed on Ohio Means Job readiness seal
  • Earn hours towards internship/volunteer hours
  • Will learn how certifications lead to career pathways at Nationwide Children’s
  • Opportunities to meet with clinical staff from various in-demand departments
  • Gain hands-on experience in an environment that develops leadership character and confidence towards navigating a successful health care career
  • Will learn about employer tuition assistance for education and career advancement 

Register Now

30 positions available! Register by Friday, September 26.

For more information, please contact Wendy at HNHFWorkforceDev@nationwidechildrens.org.

Program Highlights

Program Impact
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2024-25 Program:

  • 34 students participated
  • 10 health care careers explored

2023-24 Program:

  • 27 students participated
  • 10 health care careers explored
Career Exploration Areas
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Students were exposed to careers in:

  • Behavioral Health
  • Dental Clinic
  • Human Milk Technician
  • Infectious Disease
  • Information Technology
  • Lab Technicians
  • Pharmacy
  • Radiology/Ultrasound
  • Respiratory Therapy
  • Simulation Center
Training Topics
High school students in a clinical learning environment

Students received training and education on:

  • CPR
  • HIPAA and protecting patient health information
  • Medical terminology
  • Financial literacy
  • Interview skills, resume writing and networking
Feedback From Students
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  • “This program was super beneficial and life changing. As a student who is going to college to major in Medical Sciences, this program gave me the opportunity to experience the medical field!”
  • “If someone is interested in exploring many different careers paths in depth, I would genuinely recommend the Career Academy.”
  • “It’s a great experience, even if you’re not completely sure about what you want to do with your future. It’s a very eye-opening experience for careers you may have never thought about.”
  • “Thank you, thank you, thank you to all the departments who gave insight into their jobs. It made me 100% want to work here once I’m done with school.”
  • “It’s a good way to get extra knowledge and info on different careers.”
  • “I learned so many new things. I gained more interest in my career path.”
  • “This program is a really good place to learn about so many healthcare careers.”
  • “It’s a good opportunity to explore different healthcare jobs and prepare for the hiring process for any job.”