Julie Said:

Looking to get into the healthcare field without a lot of schooling?

We Answered:

Go EMT before CNA.
Of course, an associates in nursing takes 2 years and, in many states, is enough to start making a full nurse's salary. With student loans the first year, and possible grants the next year (once your income is gone), you might be working as a nurse before you miss your income too much.

ALSO- if you don't want to work with patients that much, you could look into working for a medical insurance company, as a claims rep approving/denying claims, etc. (applying the same skills you have gained as a loan officer).

Carl Said:

Do you think it's weird for a lawyer to take up a career in the healthcare field?

We Answered:

No, it is not weird - a syndicated talk show host became a lawyer for a few years, and went back to talk radio. He makes more $ in radio than law. (Neal Boortz) What if you specialized in Health case law? Then you would have the satisfaction of helping the sick while utilizing your education.

Jenny Said:

What kind of careers are in the healthcare field? What do you recommend?

We Answered:

well since your fond of caring for people (young and old) why not the care giving field... however, this involves some physical work like carrying... there are also some other desk jobs like health care insurance or medical assistant.. either one, which ever you choose, i'm sure you are more than capable of doing a better job at it... take care my friend and good luck !!!

Cheryl Said:

Is there a lot of math in nursing programs?

We Answered:

yes there is a lot of math and most of it is hard.

Monica Said:

best careers in the healthcare field?

We Answered:

The only thing I know of that fits what you described would be a social worker. But just a head's up, they have to have a master's degree and still only make around $40k/yr.

Here are some other good options in healthcare that don't require that many years of school but pay well. Click the links for extra info on each career:

-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: 18 mos- 2 yr Associate's degree. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos273.htm

-Radiologic Tech: 2 year Associate's http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos105.htm

-Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 year Associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos167.htm

-Echocardiography: 18 mos - 2 yr Associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos100.htm

-Respiratory Therapist: 2 year Associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos084.htm

-Dental Hygienist: 2 yr associate's. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos097.htm

Sheila Said:

Changing careers to healthcare field..I'm 28?

We Answered:

I am 26 years old and decided to get into nursing as well. I already have a psychology degree (BA) so I took most of the pre-reqs for nursing programs - except for the science classes. Depending on what program I choose to do (a BSN or ASN) I will need more or less science classes before I can get accepted into a nursing program. Anatomy & Physiology is a must for both programs, so that is what I am working on right now.

Do you have a college degree? If so, you might want to consider getting a second degree in nursing. Programs for a second degree in nursing vary in length. I have found them to be between 14 months - 24 months. But, there are certain classes you need to complete before acceptance: Anatomy & Physiology, Bio, Chem, Microbiology, Psychology, Lifespan Psychology, etc. I recommend taking these pre-reqs at a nearby community college. Then, apply to the second degree accelerated nursing programs.

If you want to obtain an Associates in Nursing, start taking classes now at community college. Check and see what their requirements are, attend nursing info sessions, and talk to a counselor. Anatomy & Physiology, Psychology, Lifespan Psych, etc., are good starting points. This route should take 2-3 years.