Journeys & Destinations

Interested in a career in health care, but don't know what exact profession you want to pursue? You can narrow down your search by attending Journeys & Destinations.

In this day-long event, high school students spend time with health care professionals from a wide range of disciplines in a small group setting. Students learn from a variety of health care professionals about their career path, salary potential and daily activities. In the past, Journeys & Destinations has featured presenters who are family physicians, athletic trainers, medical technologists, medical forensic scientist, veterinarians, pharmacists, and occupational therapists.

Journeys & Destinations is a great way for students to find their perfect fit among the many different careers in health care.

Journeys & Destinations guidelines:

• 100 to 150 students attend.
• 10 to 14 presenters.
• Event runs from 8:30 a.m. - 1:50 p.m.
• One keynote speaker presents in the morning prior to breakout sessions.
• Cost: $5 per student.
• Schools will be limited in the number and grades of students that can attend.
• If a school is not registered by the deadline, spots will be released to additional students from other schools.
• Forms should be returned to J&D@kumc.edu.
• Every student receives an individual agenda. A student's preference in professions will be considered, but sessions will be scheduled to have approximately equal numbers.
• Photo release forms must be completed along with registration and liability forms.