Health Sciences FAQ
Health science workers promote health and wellness. They diagnose and treat injuries and disease. As a physician, dentist, or nurse, you could work directly with patients. You could work in a laboratory to get information used in research or provide administrative support by keeping medical records. Health science jobs are found at a variety of sites. For example, you could work in a hospital, office, clinic, or nursing home. You could work on a cruise ship, at a sports arena, or within a patient's home.
FAQ
Is Health Science a good career path?
The Health Science cluster has about 13.9 million jobs and is projected to grow by 9.9% over the next 10 years. Annual compensation for jobs in this cluster ranged from $29,800 to $132,800 in 2021.
Would a career in the Health Science cluster be a good fit for me?
Health Science careers could be a good fit for you if you have a general interest in health care or science, an interest in helping others, and a desire for lifelong learning. Here some things to keep in mind when considering a career in Health Sciences:
- You should be aware that in many health sciences careers, work can involve many hours on your feet or moving around, be fast paced, and require multitasking.
- Note that, in many facilities that operate 24/7, work rotations could mean nontraditional work hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Because of the hiring boom, you may find it easy to change employers or relocate to a new area, though states’ licensure and certification requirements differ.
- If you’re willing to further your education, you may find that advancement potential is excellent, and some employers even pay for additional credentials.
Not sure if this sounds like you? Get a list of careers that match your interests with our Career Quiz.
What are some examples of careers in the Health Science cluster?
Here are some examples of careers in the Health Science cluster based on the general level of education needed to get hired in this career. Looking for more? Explore careers here!
| High School Education or Lower | Some Postsecondary or Skills-Based Education | Bachelor’s Degree or Higher |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy technician | Dental hygienist | Bioengineers and biomedical engineer |
| Home health aide | Psychiatric technician | |
| Personal care aide |