Optician

Duties and Responsibilities: Dispensing opticians help fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, following prescriptions from ophthalmologist and optometrists. They also help customers decide which eyeglass frames or contact lenses to buy. Opticians typically do the following: Receive customers’ prescriptions for eyeglasses or contact lenses, measure customers’ eyes, such as the distance between their pupils, help customers choose eyeglass frames and lens treatments, such as eye-wear for occupational use or sports, tints or anti-reflective coatings, based on their vision needs style preferences, create work orders for ophthalmic laboratory technicians, providing information about the lenses needed, adjust eye-wear to ensure fit, repair or replace broken eyeglass frames and perform business tasks, such as maintain sales records, keeping track of customers’ prescriptions, and ordering and maintain inventory.

Salary: $21,030-$52,740

Education: Opticians typically have a high school diploma or equivalent and learn job skills through on-the-job training. Training includes technical instruction in which, for example, a new optician measures a customer’s eyes or adjusts frames under the supervision of an experienced optician. Trainees also learn sales and office management practices. Some opticians complete an apprenticeship, which typically takes at least 2 years. About half of the states require opticians to be licensed. Licensure usually requires completing formal education through an approved program or completing an apprenticeship. In addition, opticians must pass one or more exams to be licensed. The optician licensing board in each state can supply information on licensing requirements.

Reflection: I would become this because I have glasses and I would like to help other people who also need glasses.

Nursing Home Administrator

Duties and Responsibilities: The Nursing Home Administrator Program (NHAP) is governed by the Health and Safety Code Sections 1416 through 1416.84 and must assure that the health, safety, security, and rights of the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) residents are safeguarded by setting standards for licensing of Nursing Home Administrators (NHAs), administering a training program for NHAs, testing and issuing licenses, and administering an enforcement program for disciplinary action against NHAs.

Salary: $80-206-$122,853. The minimum wage is $99,566.

Education: Being a nursing home administrator requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration. However, most nursing home administrators have master's degrees in long-term care administration, health services administration, public health or business administration. Professional degrees in healthcare management are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME). The organization's website lists qualifying programs by state. A typical program may result in a Master of Science in Health Administration degree. Courses may focus on business skills, such as leadership, marketing, operations management, organizational behavior and financial affairs as they relate to healthcare. Students also learn about health law, healthcare information systems and medical statistics.

Reflection: I wouldn't like to be in this job field because it is not the right thing for me. I believe that this is very boring and I wouldn't want to sit on a desk all day while taking calls. Also to would like to study for something else that wouldn't have me sit in a desk with office. I do like to help the elderly and take care of them but not in this way because her you really don’t get much action. All you do is take calls and make sure everyone has a room and they are comfortable. 

Wellness Professional

Duties and Responsibilities: General Manager: Must possess outstanding customer service skills and the ability to organize, manage, and motivate a diverse group of professionals. The General Manager will be responsible for all facets of the operation and will have responsibility and accountability for performance of the business entity, including customer satisfaction, management of physical plant and equipment, and the achievement of financial goals. Could have passion for excellence and fitness. Sales Counselors/Management Trainees: Our sales team of spends the majority their day networking and promoting the Center throughout the community to bring new members in the door. The team is comprised of ambitious, career oriented individuals with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Group Fitness Director: Seeking full time experienced director to promote & develop the group fitness program, schedule classes, hire and train instructors, administrative duties including payroll and statistical reporting. Great organizational, communication and motivational skills required. Group Fitness Instructors: Enthusiastic Group Fitness Instructors for all class types including Cycle, Core Strength, High Low, Yoga, BTS Programs, Dance, Tai Chi, Pilates (Mat and Reformer) and Aqua. Certification required. CPR training provided. Exercise Physiologists/Fitness Professionals: Responsible for development and supervision of exercise programs, including scheduling regular reviews to monitor progress, demonstrating compliance and helping members of all ages and abilities achieve optimal results. Degree and/or Certification Required. Nurse: Our nurses perform a host of assessments and nutritional support to our member base which is comprised of a variety of age groups. Customer Service: Computer skills and patience are a MUST to handle the billing cycle and any customer service issues that arise

Salary: $12,000-$25,000

Education: high school diploma, master’s degree, any form of 4-year College.

Reflection: I wouldn't like to become any of these because it doesn't fit into the career I want. 

Medical Surveillance Technician

Duties and Responsibilities: this job is very important and takes up high level intelligence. Basically what you do in this job is make sure medicine gets from one place to another properly. The reason it’s important and dangerous is because you deal mostly with very dangerous drugs.  The drugs can vary depending on where they are going and who needs them. If this job is not done properly then everything that can go wrong will go wrong. For the fact these dangerous medicines can get into the wrong hands and be sold illegally and this could cause the death of many people.

Salary: $39,000-$50,000

Education: this requires many years of education. The very first thing you need and which is a very obvious is a high school diploma. Then you would need lots of training from different programs. You will also a four year college which is a master’s degree.

Reflection: I would not like to become a medical surveillance technician because it will bore me. Also because this is not what I would like to do for the rest of my life. another thing is that I would want be stuck with so much responsibility. 

Military Medical Opportunities

Dental Corps Officer

Duties and responsibilities: An Army Dental Corps officer is responsible for the dental health of Soldiers and their families. They are also responsible for providing health care to Soldiers’ families and others eligible to receive this care in the military community. During combat, the Dental Corps officer assists in the emergency medical management of casualties. Within the Army Dental Corps, you can specialize in the following areas: Comprehensive Dentistry, Endodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, and Periodontics.

Salary: $13,000-$50,000

Education: To qualify for an officer appointment in the U.S. Army Dental Corps, you must: Meet the prescribed medical and moral standards for appointment as a commissioned officer, Be a U.S. citizen, Be a graduate of an American Dental Association accredited dental school, Have a current unrestricted license to practice dentistry in the United States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico or a territory of the United States, and Must be between 21 and 42 years of age.

Reflection: This is a very interesting job that I would really enjoy. Although I still would only go into the culinary arts field if this was another option of mine I would choose it. I would choose this career because it seems very interesting and it would be something that I would really enjoy. The reason I like this job is because it is interesting and I would be able to give people a big, bright, and perfect smile. 

Medical Illustrator

Duties and responsibilities: A medical illustrator must be able to translate complex medical and biological information into captivating images. Medical illustrators must be able to use their skills, knowledge and competencies to create image with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. A career as a medical illustrator is a great fir for those who have a genuine interest in illustration, biology, science and medicine. 

Salary: The median salary for a medical illustrator or medical animator is $62,000 and can range up to $100,000. Those in supervisory and creative director positions earn a median of $85,000 and up to $175,000.

Education: The majority of medical illustrators in the profession have a master's degree from an accredited two-year graduate program in medical illustration. There are currently three programs in the United States and one in Canada that are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Each program accepts 16 or fewer students each year, so entrance into the schools is very competitive. Course work varies somewhat from program to program, but all include an advanced course in human anatomy with dissection and may include a combination of other bio-medical science courses such as pathology, micro-anatomy, physiology, embryology, and neuroanatomy, along with specialized applied art courses such as surgical illustration. Other classes may include color theory, instructional design, photography, interactive media development, 3-D modeling and web design, along with traditional drawing and computer applications. Most programs require master's thesis or research projects and may have optional courses available in specialty fields such as advanced computer and video graphics, endoscopic illustration, or patient prosthetic.

Reflection: I would not like to be a medical illustrator because it does not fit what I am looking for in a career. The career I choose that fits me is a culinary artist. This job really isn't for me. The reasons it is not for me is because I don’t know how to draw with great detail, it wouldn't be interesting for me, and I would want to enjoy my job and not be bored. Although, I do know someone who might want to follow this career path. Her name is Selene and she is one of my best friends. She is a very good drawer and could defiantly succeed in this job and win lots money. 

Medical Assistant

Duties and responsibilities: Medical assistants typically do the following: Take and record patient, history and personal information, Measure vital signs, Help the physician with patient examinations, Give patients injections as directed by the physician, Schedule patient appointments, and Prepare blood for laboratory tests. Medical assistants take and record patients’ personal information. They must be able to keep that information confidential and discuss it only with other medical personnel who are involved in treating the patient. Electronic health records (EHRs) are changing medical assistants' jobs. More and more physicians are adopting EHRs, moving all their patient information online. Assistants need to learn the EHR software that their office uses. Medical assistants should not be confused with physician assistants, who examine, diagnose, and treat patients under a physician's supervision. In larger practices or hospitals, medical assistants may specialize in either administrative or clinical work.

Salary: The median annual wage for medical assistants was $29,370 in May 2012. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,080, and the top 10 percent earned more than $41,570.

Education: High school students interested in a career as a medical assistant should take courses in biology, chemistry, and anatomy. Medical assistants typically graduate from post-secondary education programs, and employers may prefer to hire assistants who have completed these programs. Programs for medical assisting are available from community colleges, vocational schools, technical schools, and universities and take about 1 year to complete. These programs usually lead to a certificate or diploma. Some community and junior colleges offer 2-year programs that lead to an associate’s degree. All programs have classroom and laboratory portions that include lessons in anatomy and medical terminology. Some medical assistants have a high school diploma or equivalent and learn their duties on the job. There are no formal educational requirements for becoming a medical assistant in most states. Some states require assistants to graduate from an accredited program, pass an exam, or both to do advanced tasks, such as taking x rays and giving injections.

Reflection: I would not like to be a medical assistant because it wouldn't suit me as a career. For the reason that I wouldn't like it and it would not be something enjoyable for me I like to help people but not as in assistant. I like more of the hands on as in like a surgeon or dentist something like this would fall into one of the medical careers I would like. I would enjoy this more because I like to physically help that person not just take measurements or a pulse because to me that is not really helping it’s more of just analyzing and that sounds boring to me. I would like more action if I were to choose a medical career. 

Home Health Aide

Duties and responsibilities: Home health aides typically do the following: Help clients in their daily personal tasks, such as bathing or dressing, Provide basic health-related services according to a client’s needs, such as checking vital signs or administering prescribed medication at scheduled times, Do light housekeeping, such as laundry, washing dishes, and vacuuming in a client’s home, Organize a client’s schedule and plan appointments, Arrange transportation to doctors’ offices or for other kinds of outings, Shop for groceries and prepare meals to a client’s dietary specifications, and Provide companionship. Home health aides, unlike personal care aides, typically work for certified home health or hospice agencies that receive government funding and therefore must comply with regulations. They work under the direct supervision of medical professionals, usually registered nurses. These aides keep records of services performed and of clients’ conditions and progress. They report changes in clients’ conditions to supervisors or case managers. Home health aides also work with therapists and other medical staff. Depending on their clients’ needs, home health aides may provide some basic health-related services, such as checking a client’s pulse, temperature, and respiration rate. They may also help with simple prescribed exercises and with giving medications. Occasionally, they change bandages or dressings, give massages, care for skin, or help with braces and artificial limbs. With special training, experienced home health aides also may help with medical equipment such as ventilators, which help clients breathe.

Salary: $16,600-$34,750

Education: Home health aides who work for agencies that receive reimbursement from Medicare or Medicaid must get a minimum level of training and pass a competency evaluation or receive state certification. Training includes learning about personal hygiene, reading and recording vital signs, infection control, and basic nutrition. Aides may take a competency exam to become certified without taking any training. These are the minimum requirements by law; additional requirements for certification vary by state. In some states, the only requirement for employment is on-the-job training, which employers generally provide. Other states require formal training, which is available from community colleges, vocational schools, elder care programs, and home health care agencies. In addition, states may conduct background checks on prospective aides. Home health aides can be certified by the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC). Although certification is not always required, employers prefer to hire certified aides. Certification requires 75 hours of training, observation and documentation of 17 skills demonstrating competency, and passing a written exam.

Reflection: I wouldn't like to become this because it is not the right job for me. I prefer working in the kitchen as I want to be a culinary artist so this wouldn't fit my preference. 

Health Science Librarian

Duties and responsibilities: the job of a Health Science Librarian consists of searching and providing the appropriate books containing the correct medical information the person is looking for. These workers can be found in various places such as informational centers, medical schools, pharmaceutical companies, health libraries, and others. Although the name suggest they work mainly with books. They also need to work with computers and searching on them. They do this to get the best possible information. They are also responsible for the organization of books. This is important because then it makes it easier to access any book very easily. They can also provide you with tapes, pamphlets, slideshows, websites, journals, and even multimedia presentations.

Salary: $52,000-116,000

Education: this job requires a lot of education and I will tell you some of them now. You will need to be a high school graduate with a diploma. Also you your high school classes have to include science, typing, and biology. Another education requirement would be a bachelor’s degree which would be a for year college. Two of you courses you would have to take in college are science and computer science.

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Reflection: I feel like I wouldn't enjoy this job. I wouldn't go into this career because I want to be a culinary artist and it’s far from a health science librarian. This wouldn't be the ideal job for me. Also I wouldn't want to work in a library.

Oncologist

Duties and responsibilities: The Oncologists are the ones who work on diagnosing and treating cancer. A physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. After a cancer diagnosis is made, it is the oncologists’ role to explain the cancer diagnosis and the meaning of the disease stage to the patient; discuss various treatment options; recommend the best course of treatment; deliver optimal care; and improve quality of life both through curative therapy and palliative care with pain and symptom management.

Salary: Around $217,000

Education: Medical License, an underground degree, an M.D degree, an internal medicine residency and an oncology fellowship. Acceptance into a radiation oncology residency requires a medical degree and a year of general medical training. Programs are likely to consider only applicants who finish in the top third of their class or higher.

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Reflection: I would not like to follow the career as an oncologist because I don’t think this is my ideal career. Based on the research I do not think that I would enjoy working on this profession.

Health Educator

Duties and responsibilities: Health educators typically do the following: Assess the needs of the people and communities they serve, Develop programs and events to teach people about health topics, Teach people how to cope with or manage existing health conditions, Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and educational materials, Help people find health services or information, Provide training programs for other health professionals or community health workers, Supervise staff who implement health education programs, Collect and analyze data to learn about their audience and improve programs and services, and Advocate for improved health resources and policies that promote health. Community health workers do the following: Provide outreach and discuss health care concerns with community members, Educate people about the importance and availability of healthcare services, such as cancer screenings, Collect data, Report findings to health educators and other healthcare providers, Provide informal counseling and social support, Conduct outreach programs, Ensure that people have access to the healthcare services they need, Advocate for individual and community needs. The duties of health educators, who are sometimes called health education specialists, vary with their work settings. Most work in health care facilities, colleges, public health departments, nonprofits, and private businesses. Health educators who teach health classes in middle and high schools are considered teachers. For more information, see the profiles on middle school teachers and high school teachers.

Salary: $27,730-$86,810

Education: Entry-level health educator positions require a bachelor’s degree in health education or health promotion. These programs teach students theories and methods of health education and help students gain the knowledge and skills they need to develop health education materials and programs. Most programs include an internship. Some positions, such as those in the federal government or in state public health agencies, require a master’s or doctoral degree. Graduate programs are commonly in community health education, school health education, public health education, or health promotion. Entering a master’s degree program requires a bachelor’s degree, but a variety of undergraduate majors may be acceptable. Community health workers typically have a high school diploma, although some jobs may require post-secondary education. Education programs may lead to a 1-year certificate or a 2-year associate’s degree and cover topics such as wellness, ethics, and cultural awareness, among others. Community health workers typically have a shared language or life experience and an understanding of the community that they serve.

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Reflection: I would like to be a health educator because it seems to be an interesting job. In continuation I would also like to teach people about the body and how it works. For the reason that I like to learn about that to health is my favorite subject by far and it’s very interesting to me. Some people might not like it but it’s a job that fits my liking and learning and teaching about health word be something I would be interested in. 

Reflexology

Duties and Responsibilities: is an alternative medicine involving application of pressure to the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands, with the premise that such work effects a physical change to the body.

Salary: approximately $1,500 to $3,500

Education: Reflexology school programs generally take between six and twelve months to complete and involve 150 to 300 hours of study combined with hands-on practice. Some schools offer online as well as traditional classroom programs to meet course work requirements.

Reflection: I would not like to be one because it is not in my interest.

Environmental Health Specialist

Duties and responsibilities: Environmental scientists and specialists typically do the following: Determine data collection methods for research projects, investigations, and surveys, Collect and compile environmental data from samples of air, soil, water, food, and other materials for scientific analysis, Analyze samples, surveys, and other information to identify and assess threats to the environment, Develop plans to prevent, control, or fix environmental problems, such as land or water pollution, Provide information and guidance to government officials, businesses, and the general public on possible environmental hazards and health risks, and Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain their research and findings. Environmental scientists and specialists analyze environmental problems and develop solutions. For example, many environmental scientists and specialists work to reclaim lands and waters that have been contaminated by pollution. Others assess the risks that new construction projects pose to the environment and make recommendations to governments and businesses on how to minimize the environmental impact of these projects. Environmental scientists and specialists may do research and provide advice on manufacturing practices, such as advising against the use of chemicals that are known to harm the environment.

Salary: $34,750-$95,460

Education: For most entry-level jobs, environmental scientists and specialists must have a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a science-related field, such as biology, chemistry, physics, geosciences, or engineering. However, a master’s degree may be needed for advancement. Environmental scientists and specialists who have a doctoral degree make up a small percentage of the occupation, and this level of training is typically needed only for the relatively few postsecondary teaching and basic research positions. A bachelor’s degree in environmental science offers a broad approach to the natural sciences. Students typically take courses in biology, chemistry, geology, and physics. Students often take specialized courses in hydrology, waste management, and fluid mechanics as part of their degree as well. Classes in environmental policy and regulation are also beneficial. Students who want to reach the Ph.D. level and have a career in academia or as an environmental scientist doing basic research may find it advantageous to major in a more specific natural science such as chemistry, biology, physics, or geology, rather than the broader environmental science degrees. Students should look for opportunities, such as classes and internships, which allow for work with computer modeling, data analysis, and geographic information systems. Students with experience in these programs will be the best prepared to enter the job market.

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Reflection: I would like to follow this career because I would like to care for the world. It also seems like an interesting job. 

Veterinarian

Duties and responsibilities: Veterinarians typically do the following: Examine animals to diagnose their health problems, Diagnose and treat animals for medical conditions, Treat and dress wounds, Perform surgery on animals, Test for and vaccinate against diseases, Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines, Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments, Prescribe, medication, and Euthanize animals. Veterinarians in private clinical practices treat the injuries and illnesses of pets and other animals with a variety of medical equipment, including surgical tools and x-ray and ultrasound machines. They provide treatment for animals that is similar to the services a physician provides to treat humans.

Salary: $34,750-$84,460

Education: Veterinarians must complete a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M. or V.M.D.) degree at an accredited college of veterinary medicine. There are currently 29 colleges with accredited programs in the United States. A veterinary medicine program generally takes 4 years to complete and includes classroom, laboratory, and clinical components. Although not required, most applicants to veterinary school have a bachelor’s degree. Veterinary medical colleges typically require applicants to have taken many science classes, including biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, zoology, microbiology, and animal science. Most programs also require math and humanities and social science courses. Admission to veterinary programs is very competitive, and fewer than half of all applicants were accepted in 2012. In veterinary medicine programs, students take courses on normal animal anatomy and physiology, as well as disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Most programs include 3 years of classroom, laboratory, and clinical work. Students typically spend the final year of the 4-year program doing clinical rotations in a veterinary medical center or hospital. In veterinary schools today, increasingly, courses include general business management and career development classes, to help new veterinarians learn how to effectively run a practice.

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Reflection: I would like to be a veterinarian because I love animals. I would love to help them with whatever they need and give them what they want. I also would like to save a animals life and make the owner happy and pride of me. 

Western Medicine Doctor

Duties and responsibilities: doctors and other healthcare professionals (such as nurses, pharmacists, and therapists) treat symptoms and diseases using drugs, radiation, or surgery. Also called allopathic medicine, biomedicine, conventional medicine, mainstream medicine, and orthodox medicine.

Salary: $100,000-400,000

Education: baccalaureate degree as a requirement for matriculation, Completion of the majority of prerequisite courses listed, and Completion of a minimum of 90 semester units from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or its equivalent abroad at time of application

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Reflection: Western Medicine doctors actually do research and they know what they are doing. They are well educated and they do not go around doing remedies. I would like to be one because you actually research this career and you know what you are doing.

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Doctor

Duties and responsibilities: Ear, nose and throat specialists, also called ENTs, ENT doctors and otolaryngologists, specialize in otolaryngology. Otolaryngologists diagnose, manage and treat disorders of the head and neck, including the ears, nose throat, sinuses, voice box (larynx) and other structures. Otolaryngology is a surgical specialty and ENTs are trained in the medical and surgical management of disease. Otolaryngologists may see adults and children and treat a variety of conditions, such as: Hearing loss and ear disorders, Allergies, Infections, Injuries, Congenital (present at birth) or acquired abnormalities, Swallowing disorders, Speech disorders, Benign (non-cancerous) growths and malignant (cancerous) tumors of the nose, sinuses, mouth, throat, larynx, upper esophagus, thyroid gland and parathyroid, Certain nerve disorders, and Sleep disorders.

Salary: $238,680- $434,148

Education: ENT physicians must complete about 15 years of education and training, including a 4-year undergraduate program, 4-year medical program, at least 5 years of specialty training and a 1- to 2-year residency program (e.g., General Surgery). Then, physicians must undergo peer evaluations and pass oral and written examinations administered by the American Board of Otolaryngology. After attaining board certification, otolaryngologists may pursue a one- or two- year fellowship for extensive training and examinations in a subspecialty area. Otolaryngology subspecialties include: Allergy, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Head and Neck Surgery, Laryngology, Otology/Audiology, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Rhinology, Neurology, and Sleep Medicine Board certification is valid for 10 years. To revalidate their certification, ENTs must meet guidelines established by the American Board of Medical Specialties and complete a Maintenance of Certification Program. This process emphasizes professional standing, lifelong learning and self-assessment, cognitive expertise and evaluation of performance in practice. Recertification requirements include: Valid certificate issued by the American Board of Otolaryngology, Valid, unrestricted medical license, Privileges to practice otolaryngology-head and neck surgery in accredited hospital or surgical center, Completion of required CME credits, Successful completion of the American Board of Otolaryngology self-assessment module, and Maintenance of Certification Examination

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Reflection: this is a very interesting job. This is nice because you get to look into some ones ear and see a different side of it that you would never be able to see.

Electrocardiograph Technician

Duties and Responsibilities: An electrocardiogram technician performs an ECG by attaching electrodes to a patient and then pulling switches on an ECG machine to trace electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. A doctor then inspects these readings to analyze the patient's heart condition. ECG technicians also might perform stress tests. This involves hooking up a patient to an ECG monitor for a baseline reading and then monitoring the patient's heart while he or she exercises on a treadmill. During the monitoring period, the treadmill speeds up and slows down to produce ECG readings at multiple levels of physical exertion.

Salary: $25,998-$44,062

Education: Electrocardiograph technicians usually complete a certificate program or on-the-job training. Courses in a certificate program may include anatomy, CPR, diagnostic electrocardiogram, electrocardiogram techniques, and EKG analysis. Some states require electrocardiograph technicians to be licensed, and there are several organizations that provide certification. Though not required, many employers seek electrocardiograph technicians who hold certifications. Some necessary skills are must have good communication skills to be able to explain procedures to patients and calm them if they become agitated. Electrocardiograph technicians also must possess the clerical skills to take patient medical histories and the medical knowledge to detect the quality of an EKG test.

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Reflection: This job is interesting but I would never become a electrocardiograph technician. Maybe I would think of being one, one day but not at the moment it really doesn't catch my attention. It doesn't really interest me like being a chef does because it is very different and I have wanted to be a chef since I was nine years old and I wouldn't want to change my career path. Until I really find something else that interest me a lot just like becoming a chef does.

Registered Dietitian

Duties and Responsibilities: Dietitians and nutritionists typically do the following. Assess patients’ and clients’ health needs and diet, Counsel patients on nutrition issues and healthy eating habits, Develop meal plans, taking both cost and clients’ preferences into account, Evaluate the effects of meal plans and change the plans as needed, Promote better nutrition by speaking to groups about diet, nutrition, and the relationship between good eating habits and preventing or managing specific diseases, Keep up with the latest nutritional science research, and  Write reports to document patient progress. Dietitians and nutritionists evaluate the health of their clients. Based on their findings, dietitians and nutritionists advise clients on which foods to eat—and those foods to avoid—to improve their health. Some dietitians and nutritionists provide customized information for specific individuals. 

Salary: $34,750-$72,710

Education: Most dietitians and nutritionists have a bachelor’s degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, food service systems management, clinical nutrition, or a related area. Programs include courses in nutrition, psychology, chemistry, and biology. Many dietitians and nutritionists also have advanced degrees.

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Reflection: I would like to be a dietitian because it very helpful to different people. I love to help people especially if it has to do with their life being at risk of anything. This job seems very interesting and I would like to try it. If I possible can one day I want to try to be a registered dietitian. 

Dermatologist

Duties and responsibilities: Refer patients to other specialists, as needed. Record patients' health histories. Provide dermatologic consultation to other health professionals. Provide liposuction treatment to patients. Instruct interns or residents in diagnosis and treatment of dermatological diseases. Recommend diagnostic tests based on patients' histories and physical examination findings. Conduct clinical or basic research. Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in dermatology. Evaluate patients to determine eligibility for cosmetic procedures such as liposuction, laser resurfacing, and microdermabrasion.

Salary: $245,494-$450,282

Education: Budding dermatologists must next complete a doctoral degree in medicine or osteopathic medicine at an accredited school. This takes four years, with the first two years predominantly spent in classroom instruction. During the third and fourth years, students spend more time in clinical rotations where they can observe and practice hands-on medicine. The coursework builds on the foundation laid down by the undergraduate degree, including more advanced classes in biology and organic chemistry. Human anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and other courses specific to medicine feature prominently in the curriculum, as do medical law and ethics. Future dermatologists should seek out pertinent electives and clinical rotations.

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Reflection: I would like to be this because it seems interesting. Also I would help people who are having problems with their skin. I maybe actually find a cure for that skin problem they have.

Dental assistant

Duties and responsibilities: Dental assistants typically do the following. Work with patients to make them comfortable in the dental chair and to prepare them for treatments and procedures. Sterilize dental instruments. Prepare the work area for patient treatment by setting out instruments and materials. Help dentists by handing them instruments during procedures. Keep patients’ mouths dry by using suction hoses and other equipment. Instruct patients in proper dental hygiene. Process x rays and complete lab tasks, under the direction of a dentist. Keep records of dental treatments. Schedule patient appointments. Work with patients on billing and payment. Assistants who perform lab tasks, such as making casts of a patient’s teeth, work under the direction of a dentist. They may prepare materials for casts of teeth or to create temporary crowns. All dental assistants complete tasks, such as helping dentists with procedures and keeping patient records, but there are four regulated tasks that assistants may perform, depending on the state where they work.

Salary: $25,550-$47,580

Education: High school students interested in a career as a dental assistant should take courses in biology, chemistry, and anatomy. Some states require assistants to graduate from an accredited program and pass a state exam. Most programs are offered by community colleges, take about 1 year to complete, and lead to a certificate or diploma. Programs that last 2 years, also offered in community colleges, are less common and lead to an associate’s degree. The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), part of the American Dental Association, approved more than 250 dental-assisting training programs in 2013. Accredited programs include classroom and laboratory work in which students learn about teeth, gums, jaws, and other areas that dentists work on and the instruments that dentists use. These programs also include supervised, practical experience.

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Reflection: I think being a dental assistant would be a good job because it seems interesting. I would like to help the dentist in preparation for whatever he or she may need. Also because I would like the patient to have good teeth.