Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning

Career Exploration Through Experiential Learning - Health Sciences Collection

Sherry Franklin | Published: December 18th, 2025 by K20 Center

Summary

This collection has all the resources you need to successfully implement the Career Exploration Through Experiential Learning - Health Sciences Action Plan.

Resources

In this activity, students participate in hands-on career exploration stations then reflect on their new knowledge about career possibilities. Read more »

Educator Resource

Tag Target Audience

  • Students

Tag Calendar Placement

  • Any time of year

Tag Related

  • Individual Career Academic Plan (ICAP)

Tag ICAP (Individual Career Academic Planning)

  • College & Career Interest, Post-Secondary and Workforce Goals
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Time Frame
Operation: Pre-Med

Grade Level Grade Level

  • 8th - 12th

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a student of medicine? It may seem difficult to think about something as far in the future as medical school or even a “pre-med” program (the classes you take in college that prepare you for medical school). This activity will help you learn more about pre-med... Read more »

Educator Resource

Grade Level Grade Level

  • 8th - 12th

Tag ICAP (Individual Career Academic Planning)

  • College & Career Interest

Tag College & Career Readiness Framework

  • Choosing a Career, Degrees, Professions, & Earnings, College Admissions Procedures, College Admissions, Extracurricular Activities, Finding a Good Fit
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Time Frame

What do nurses do? How do they develop their skills? This series of activities will help students understand the knowledge and abilities required for a career in nursing. Students will explore opportunities within nursing, including specializations such as pediatrics, critical care, and community health.... Read more »

Educator Resource

Tag Target Audience

  • Students

User Group Group Size

  • Whole Class

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Active Engagement, College-Going Culture, Conversation Starter, Physical Movement, Problem Solving, Reflection
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Time Frame 85 minutes

Career Cafe enables students to make real-world connections between their interests and professional career goals. Whether in a small or large setting, Career Cafes enable students to network with professionals in industries they might not otherwise have access to. As a facilitator of a Career Cafe,... Read more »

Educator Resource

Tag Target Audience

  • Students

Tag Calendar Placement

  • Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Large Group (at least 30), Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group, Small Group (at least 4), Whole Class

Tag Related

  • Individual Career Academic Plan (ICAP)

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Activate Prior Knowledge, Active Engagement, College-Going Culture

Tag ICAP (Individual Career Academic Planning)

  • College & Career Interest

Tag College & Career Readiness Framework

  • Choosing a Career, Benefits of Higher Education, Degrees, Professions, & Earnings
More
Time Frame 60

The demand for physical therapists is expected to grow 14% by 2033, which is much faster than most careers. More people need help recovering from injury, improving mobility, and managing paint, which means physical therapists are becoming a vital part of a healthcare team. This series of activities... Read more »

Educator Resource

Tag Target Audience

  • Students

Tag ICAP (Individual Career Academic Planning)

  • College & Career Interest

Tag College & Career Readiness Framework

  • Choosing a Career
More
Time Frame

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