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Adjust to college life
Develop study strategies
Focus on good grades
Leadership skills
Acquire community/clinical and research experiences
Building relationships for letters of recommendation
Decide which schools you will apply to
Start Application Process
What’s next?
Employment
Research:
As a pre-health undergraduate student, getting involved in research is a valuable way to gain hands-on experience and strengthen your application to health professions programs. The best ways to get involved include:
- Talk to your professors: Many faculty members conduct research and are open to mentoring undergraduate students. Reach out to inquire about available opportunities in their labs or projects.
- Check out the Office for Undergraduate Research and Artistry: Current Students | The Institute for Learning and Teaching | Colorado State University
- Explore research programs: Look for summer research programs or internships, either on campus or at local hospitals, clinics, or research institutions?
Engaging in research will not only build your skills but also enhance your understanding of the healthcare field.
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Clinical Experience:
Getting clinical experience as a pre-health undergraduate is essential for gaining practical insights into healthcare and strengthening your application to health professions programs. Here are some ways to get involved:
- Volunteer at local hospitals or clinics: Many healthcare facilities offer volunteer opportunities that allow you to shadow professionals, assist with patient care, and gain hands-on experience.
- Common local opportunities (include links?):
- Columbine Health
- Respite Care
- Pathways Hospice
- Humane Society
- Get a certification: Certifications such as CNA, Phlebotomy, or EMT offer direct exposure to clinical environments, allowing you to work closely with healthcare providers while learning about medical practices and patient interactions.
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- Shadowing opportunities: Reach out to doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ask about shadowing.
- Tips for how to write an email requesting shadowing?
- Common local opportunities (include links?):
These experiences will help you build essential skills, gain insight into patient care, and better understand the demands of healthcare professions.
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