Litchfield, Connecticut
How can I become a CNA ( without any expensive funds) as a 17 year old who's school doesn't offer CNA classes, & with limited resources ? My local community college offers it but it cost almost 2000$, any opportunities!?
I want to become a CNA / take classes and have a license, to build up for my devotion for healthcare / nursing in the future. I truly believe this experience will give me the expertise and help me to where I want to be! I appreciate any help and advice.
Where to start my passion project and how can it reach a greater audiance ?
I have been wanting to start a biomedical engineering or medical related passion project especially since I started a BME club at my highschool this year and wanted to take it farther in making a impact. Something I want to do is fill the gap in healthcare knowledge among students and young...
How can I start volunteering at a Hospital or shadow a physician with not much resource around me. I would appreciate any advice!?
How can I start volunteering at a Hospital / clinical etc or shadow a physician with not much resource around me. I would appreciate any advice!
What is the hardest part of working in child and adolescent psychiatry?
Im a high school senior who enrolling in SUNY Oswegos psychology program in the fall. Im looking to gain some insight on the process to becoming a licensed psychiatrist and the most difficult parts of this career. Im really passionate about helping children and want to focus on early...
How should I set myself up to go to a successful medical school?
Hello! I'm a Senior in high school who will be attending University of Connecticut in the fall. I'm majoring in molecular and cellular biology. What steps should I take that ABSOLUTELY CRUCIAL to being successful in college, and how will these steps help me?
What skills or experiences made the biggest difference in helping you succeed early in your career, and what would you recommend I start building now?
I’m a biological sciences student really interested in lab work, especially in product development for skincare or cosmetics. I’ve done coursework with lab techniques and data analysis, and I’m currently trying to break into internships. What skills or experiences made the biggest difference...
What are some of you best study methods for majoring in Chemistry or Biology? What is your best study method for preparing for the DAT, and when to start preparing?
I'm a college undergraduate, planning to major in Chemistry with an end goal of Orthodontology or something regarding dentistry.
How did you decide between specialized nursing paths like forensic nursing or becoming a CRNA, and what experiences or skills should I focus on now to be successful in either field #Spring26?
I’m currently a psychology student with experience working with individuals with developmental and mental health needs. I’m planning to pursue nursing and am especially interested in forensic nursing and becoming a CRNA because I want to work in high-impact, hands-on healthcare environments....
What are the most rewarding and challenging parts of being a therapist for children and families??
I am currently a double major in Psychology and Human Development. I am considering pursuing a path in counseling, but specifically related to children or families and am curious as to the emotional aspects of this career. Also, what is the best educational path for this career?
How does one align themselves, and prepare, for a Pre-Med track, and eventually the application process for Medical Schools?
My name is Victor, and I'm a graduating senior. I plan on majoring in Biology to set myself up for Medical School. I have a question regarding the Pre-Med track for various colleges. Although some colleges don't have a certain medical major, how do college students align themselves with a...
After college, how do you start looking for careers in a professional field that matches your degree? Is it an easy process?
I'm going into veterinary medicine, and I'm concerned that I will not be able to easily find a job after I graduate from school, and that I will not be able to find a related job between college and veterinary school.
How will I know I will be satisfied with my chosen career path in the future #Spring26?
I want to be a certified RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) but I am afraid I’ll be in too much debt from school and fail in this industry.
What is the course load like for physical science majors? (biology, chemistry, etc.)
#Spring26
Does life actually get easier right after you get your degree, or do we have to keep on achieving a higher education for life to get easier (From a physics major)?
I am trying to get a degree on physics with a concentration in engineering and trying to add a minor on mathematics. I am heading to my junior year of college.
What is the best way to experiment with jobs to find what career best fits you?
I am a chemistry major and am unsure of where to start. There is so many different career options, and shadowing is difficult to find where I am from. #Spring26
How do I integrate myself in college socially if I'm attending a PWI as a black woman and am very introverted?
Hello. I attend Vassar College and sometimes it feels a bit lonley because I don't know anyone.
Can I teach a subject that I minor in at the college level, or do I have to major in that subject?
I'm going into college next year, and I want to major in history and minor in related subjects (philosophy, women & gender studies). I plan on becoming a history professor. Can I teach related classes like philosophy once I finish my degree and get a teaching certificate, or would I have to...
How do I know if my passion for veterinary medicine is sustainable long-term, and what steps can I take early in my career to prevent burnout? #Spring26
I’m a first-generation college student currently pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. I’ve been working in veterinary settings since I was 16, gaining experience in general practice, emergency care, and client communication. These experiences have shown me both the incredibly rewarding and...
How can I choose the right job or college to catered towards what I want to do for my career to be an Author?
I am 19, I graduated high-school last year. I was class of 2025 in June. My original plan was to attend college like everyone and my parents wanted. I did online but things got hectic for me so I left. I've never had a job. I know that writing is my passion. I would love to become an Author one...
How much harder are STEM Courses in college compared to Business courses in College?
I've always heard from friends who are in engineering or computer science that they have such a heavy workload, and when I compare it to my accounting classes, it almost looks similar. Are many STEM courses that heavy compared to business courses?
How will I make income?
How will I make my first income, and how long am I working for?
Are summer classes worth taking so I have less classes during the semester?
I want to take anatomy over the summer, but I don't know if I should.
How should I start going about learning more in nutrition if I want to major in Nutrition Science? #Spring26
I am planning on attending University of Connecticut in the fall of 2026, and I would like to know what classes I should take for a career in nutrition.
I want to get more involved in hands on exposure within STEM as it is my junior year, I want to start a research based project, how can I start?
I want to find opporutnites with hands on and more exposure, within medicine / STEM. I want to start a research based project within medicine that makes an impact. I want advice on where I can start and build myself up to that point. Where can I start? Also any internship opportunites, Any...
Would anyone be willing to answer the questions for this quick written interview for my school assignment?
Would anyone would be willing to answer a few questions about their job in the legal field? I am a student at Purdue Global in LS100. I would need to use your name to submit to the professor of my class so she knows who I spoke with. I've included the questions below. Feel free to skip any...
What jobs could I get with good pay at the age of 14?
I want to get a good paying job but I'm not sure if there is any for my age. I want a job because I want to help out my family and be able to afford things.
what classes are needed to end up in RISD?
What are good high school classes to take if I want to end up going to a school like RISD for painting and or graphic arts.
Im a 16 year old junior , I want the intiative to become a CNA. Ive been intrested in healthcare since i was a little girl and I want to take a step. Is there any way to get connected ? Especially since my school doesn't offer it.
Please let me know any advice ! anything is helpful.
How do you cook food? Do you use a recipe book?
I am in 8th grade. I did a career interest survey and meal service is one of my interests. I'd want to make sushi.
How do you make clothes What school do you need to go to??
I am in 8th grade. I did a career interest survey and fashion is one of my interests.
How do academic successes and challenges, combined with significant personal experiences, act as catalysts in shaping an individual's aspirations for higher education and their ultimate career goals?
Past experiences, encompassing both academic and personal endeavors, play a crucial role in molding aspirations for higher education and future career paths. These experiences act as catalysts by shaping our interests, equipping us with valuable skills, and clarifying our core values.
How can I land on a major, when my interests are all over the place?
I started undergrad as a biology major but don't feel confident with my choice since I have a lot of interest in finance. I have recently started taking more classes based off topics I just find interesting in order to help narrow it down, but I feel like the choice keeps getting harder the...
What kinds of clubs are the easiest to join?
I am a Junior at Liberty University and want to join a club and want to know if there is a kind of club that people think is the easiest to get into?
How can I make money at college without getting a job at the actual school?
I am Junior at Liberty University and am trying to find a way to make passive income without getting an actual job at the school. I am not against getting a job I just wan to see if there is a way to not have to have a normal job here.
What is the best way to reach out to hospitals as a high school senior to get experience before going to college for radiography/medical imaging practices?
Tips for entrance jobs/experience
If I want to get into crime scene investigation or something g similar in the future, what should I study or prepare for?
I'm currently in 8th grade and have developed an interest in things related to crime. I often find myself writing out scenes and wondering how they could be solved, which has led me to my interest in this career path. I was just wondering what I'd need to study or what I should be prepared to...
What is the best thing to major in if you want to become a Health Administrator?
Would majoring in nursing and minoring in business be too much to handle while working a job?
With all the new laws, I am concerned about how to become a Physician Assistant while I cannot take it out in loans. Are there any physician assistants out there with any advice to get through school with little to no loans?
I have a chet account, but it will not get me to my master's degree. People say that private loans are bad so im pretty scared of those. Help!
What are the hardships/challenges you faced while becoming a nurse And how did you manage to overcome this ? #Fall25?
HI. I'm currently a senior in high school looking forward to go into nursing in college. I love to stay active and play soccer.
As a first-gen, low-income student who wants to build a creative, entrepreneurial career, what’s the most impactful step I can take right now to create opportunities without existing networks or resources? #Fall25
I’m a first-gen, low-income business major trying to figure out how to build a career and create opportunities and connections. I’m eager to learn what steps actually matter early on, especially for someone interested in entrepreneurship.#Fall25
Should I continue doing extracurriculars/sports I don't love anymore since they will make my college application look better?
I'm a junior, and I'm not as interested in some of my extracurriculars as I used to be. I feel like I'm only doing them because I don't want to quit when I'll be applying to college next year, but they're also making it harder to find time for the things I enjoy. My parents cautioned me against...
What are some careers for curing diseases, focused more on the science research part rather than engineering?
I am interested in studying chemistry and biology, and I am interested in curing autoimmune diseases.
Medical professionals (nurses in particular), how do you manage work-life balance ?
High School Student (Junior)
College Bound
Pre-Med
I love writing and am interested in pursuing it, but I'm unsure what my future would look like if I took writing seriously, and I don't want to make the wrong choice.
I love writing personal essays and stories, but what kind of career can I make out of that? I also love to cook / bake, but its always been a hobby. Now I'm not sure if I should think about taking it more seriously. I don't want to waste time by making the wrong decision about what I want to do.
What job can I get to start babysitting at 12 years old ?
I love babysitting,art,music, fashion,and pets
What can I do in high school to prepare for a career in computer science?
I am a high school student and I want to go into a career in programming or data science and I am wondering if there is something I can do while I'm still in high school to prepare. What kind of internships or independent studies would help me get into a good college and later job...
How bad is the job market for data scientists and software engineers at an entry level position? Will it get worse with AI?
I am a high school student wondering about what career would be open for me. I like programming and computer science but I've heard that the job market is bad because so many people are interested in that kind of career and AI is taking jobs.
What high school jobs are helpful for some going in to the field of education?
Education is something that i very interested am going in to (specifically Special ed) what jobs suitable for a high school student would help best prepare me for a career in this field?
How do I narrow down my options?
I have absolutely no idea what I want to do or what I what college major to choose. I know some of the things I'm interested in (writing, literature, music, philosophy, direct care) but how can I narrow it down?
What types of internships would be the most beneficial?
-High school student(Junior)
-College bound
-Interested in elementary education
-Interested in elementary education major
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