Great choice! Nursing is a good path for you.
A clinical career in nursing offers exposure to a variety of settings such as hospitals, or schools helping people stay healthy.
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse
Certified Nurse Anesthetist
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Certified Nurse Assistant
Average salary for Nursing
$30,736-$181,040
how to get ready
middle school
Use this time to develop your interest, curiosity, and passion for nursing.
Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
Think about joining an after-school club or participate in enrichment activities that will provide you with opportunities to learn more about Nursing!
Places to get started: Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
Learn about the National Honor Society and how to be a member
HOSA JR
Get involved with HOSA JR. A great way to learn about the field of nursing and how to get involved!
Career Exploration
Nursing offers a wide-range of career opportunities! Take the time to research the possibilities and how to start earning hands-on learning experiences.
Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
Think about joining an after-school club or participate in enrichment activities that will provide you with opportunities to learn more about Nursing!
Places to get started: Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
HOSA JR
Get involved with HOSA JR. A great way to learn about the field of nursing and how to get involved!
Career Exploration
Nursing offers a wide-range of career opporunities! Take the time to research the possibilities and how to start earning hands-on learning experiences.
Questions to ask in Middle School
What kind of classes should I take in High School?
How do I learn more about how to get involved in nursing?
Who do I talk to to learn more about nursing?
What kind of volunteer opportunities are available?
how to get ready
high school
Use your time in high school to create networks, opportunities, and experiences that further your interest and engagement with field of nursing.
Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
Look into joining clubs or after-school programs that will provide you with valuable skills and expose you to the field of Nursing! Or, explore volunteering or tutoring elementary students.
Places to get started: Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
Learn more about HOSA and how to be a member
Learn about Rush University Medical Centers Volunteer Opportunities
Certification Opportunities
Find out if your local community college offers certified nursing assistant or other certifications that help you gain knowledge and provide work experience.
Places to get started: Certification Opportunities
Classes to take in High School
Look into taking any available science classes. Also, look into taking classes or getting certification through City Colleges of Chicago.
Places to get started: Classes to take in High School
Find out what classes you will need for your major
Learn about the City Community College-Early College programs
Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
Look into joining clubs or after-school programs that will provide you with valuable skills and expose you to the field of Nursing! Or, explore volunteering or tutoring elementary students.
Places to get started: Clubs / Extracurricular Activities
Learn more about HOSA and how to be a member
Learn about Rush University Medical Centers Volunteer Opportunities
Certification Opportunities
Find out if your local community college offers certified nursing assistant or other certifications that help you gain knowledge and provide work experience.
Places to get started: Certification Opportunities
Classes to take in High School
Look into taking any available science classes. Also, look into taking classes or getting certification through City Colleges of Chicago.
Places to get started: Classes to take in High School
Find out what classes you will need for your major
Learn about the City Community College-Early College programs
Questions to ask in High School
What classes should I take to prepare me for college?
Who can help me build a professional network?
What opportunities can I utilize to get certification and training before college?
Which college 2 or 4 year would be the best fit for me, including costs and career interests?
how to get ready
higher education
Use this time to pursue your passion to be a nurse and define your focus in the field of nursing.
Majors / Courses
Look into studying and/or majoring in Nursing whether at your local community college or a 4-year university.
Places to get started: Majors and Courses
Learn about the City College of Chicago Registered Nursing Program
Shadowing / Volunteering / Internship Opportunities
Contact your local hospital about participating in a shadowing day or learn more about how you can volunteer.
Places to get started: Shadowing / Volunteering / Internship Opportunities
Learn about Rush University Medical Centers Volunteer Opportunities
Certification Opportunities
Look into getting certification to be a certified nurse assistant to gain relevant job experience and work while in college.
Places to get started: Certification Opportunities
Learn about City Colleges of Chicago Emergency Medical Technician program
Majors / Courses
Look into studying and/or majoring in Nursing whether at your local community college or a 4-year university
Places to get started: Majors and Courses
Learn about the City College of Chicago Registered Nursing Program
Shadowing / Volunteering / Internship Opportunities
Contact your local hospital about participating in a shadowing day or learn more about how you can volunteer.
Places to get started: Shadowing / Volunteering / Internship Opportunities
Learn about Rush University Medical Centers Volunteer Opportunities
Certification Opportunities
Look into getting certification to be a certified nurse assistant to gain relevant job experience and work while in college.
Places to get started: Certification Opportunities
Learn about City Colleges of Chicago Emergency Medical Technician program
Questions to ask in Higher Education
Have I gained real-world, relevant job experience?
Who can help me build a professional network?
What do I want to specialize in with Nursing?
What sort of clinical setting do I want to work in as a nurse?
What is the difference between an accredited program an a unaccredited program?
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