Two Summer Opportunities for Students Interested in Healthcare Careers

All costs will be covered, including books and fees. Please indicate on the application if transportation assistance is needed.

Survey of Healthcare Careers Course – Including Mental Health/Behavioral Health Career Exploration

Class Description:

An exploration of various allied health professions, including diagnostic, medical information, rehabilitation, and patient care services with opportunities for mental health/behavioral health career exploration through classroom speakers, job shadowing, and field experiences. This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in various settings. Students will gain an understanding of the prevalence of mental health issues and the various mental health careers available. Students will receive college credit and a mental health certification.

Experience will include:

  • Enrollment in College of DuPage course HLTHS1100
  • Completion of Mental Health certification
  • Guest Speakers from Edward-Elmhurst Health, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, and other partners in the mental health/behavioral health field
  • Job shadowing opportunities, experiential learnings, and field experiences in mental health/behavioral health

Schedule:

  • June 5, 2023 – August 3, 2023

  • Monday & Wednesday 10:00 am – 11:45 am – College of DuPage Naperville Center
  • Thursday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm – Job Shadowing / Field Experience

    • Exception: August 3rd, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • May include some Hybrid experiences

Applications Due: April 28th

Student Notification Week of May 8th
30 students will be awarded acceptance in the program

Pharmacy Technician Prep Course

Class Description

This class, in partnership with the College of DuPage, is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in various pharmacy settings. Students will be prepared to assist the pharmacist in all daily pharmacy tasks. It will also provide the students with the necessary communication skills for interactions with patients as well as other healthcare professionals. Focus on the coursework and practical experiences required to become ready to work as a Pharmacy Technician, including preparation for the certification exam. Job shadowing and field experience will be provided.

Experience will include:

  • Non-credit bearing educational experience focused on preparing for the Pharmacy Tech exam
  • Job shadowing opportunities, experiential learnings, and field experiences

Requirements

  • Rising Senior preferred; must be 16+ years of age
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Intent to attend all sessions, including virtual sessions

Schedule

  • June 9, 2023 – August 12, 2023
  • Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
    • Thursday – Job Shadowing / Field Experience and Math Tutoring
    • Friday – Virtual Instruction
    • Saturday – College of DuPage Naperville Center & Glen Ellyn Campus for Labs

Applications Due: April 28th

Student Notification Week of May 8th
30 students will be awarded acceptance in the program​

All costs will be covered, including books and fees. Please indicate on the application if transportation assistance is needed.

This program is funded by Edward-Elmhurst Community Investment Fund and other generous partners. The program is a collaboration between KidsMatter, KidsMatter Senior High Board, College of DuPage, Naperville Community Unit School District 203, Indian Prairie School District 204, Edward-Elmhurst Health, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health and other key partners.

Springboard Series Advisory Board Members

Dr. Laura Bokar, LMFT, LCPC, ACS

Jared P. Deane, Ph.D.

Christopher Long, PT

Amanda J. Long, Au.D.

Mel Feith

Dr. Phillip C. Williams, Pharm.D., MBA

Gina Sharp, FACHE

Amanda Kuzner, CADC, CAMS-II

Ali Smith, LCSW

Leila Azarbad, Ph.D.

Dr. Adam Schriedel

Michelle Einfalt

We are grateful for the generous support of our SpringBoard Series Partners that make this program possible. Thank you for supporting students interested in exploring healthcare careers.

 If you are interested in becoming a SpringBoard Series Partner please contact Nina Menis at nina@kidsmatter2us.org.

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