Overview
Pursuing a career in the health and life sciences sector provides many opportunities. The Blue Ridge Partnership for Health Science Careers (BRPHSC) approaches education and career advancement as a highway - with on and off ramps - rather than a linear path start to finish. The following career maps were created to help people look beyond a single job and visualize an entire career through a variety of paths. These career pathways also assist with seeing job progression and advancement, while showcasing how different roles are connected in the industry.
Workforce needs in health and life sciences continue to grow and offer exciting and rewarding careers in many disciplines. The careers highlighted below were identified as the most critically needed job clusters in our region.
Core Curriculum
For high school students interested in exploring courses that prepare them for a career in healthcare, BRPHSC created a core curriculum that lays a strong foundation for a future in health and life sciences. Taking courses within the core curriculum allows students to gain valuable knowledge in areas of interest and gets students career-ready earlier. These courses provide credit, offering students the ability to get ahead in their career preparation goals without needing to repeat introductory courses in post-secondary education. Speak with your school counselor about taking courses to start your healthcare career journey.