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Teens Explore Healthcare Careers in Hands-On Camp
20 Jun
Summary
- Camp offered 10 healthcare professions with hands-on activities.
- Students learned about salaries, costs, and required schooling.
- Interactive games like triage bingo engaged participants.
The 2026 Health Care Camp, held over two days at Calhoun Community College's Decatur and Huntsville campuses, provided an immersive experience for 29 high school students interested in healthcare careers. The camp, a collaboration between the college and the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, aimed to expose students to various medical professions.
Students rotated through stations representing roughly 10 different occupations, from nursing to dental hygiene. Activities were designed to be highly hands-on, giving participants a taste of daily tasks and responsibilities. Interactive games like "triage bingo," where students diagnosed simulated patients, and a "guessing the salt content" challenge, offered engaging learning opportunities.
Presentations also covered practical career information, including necessary schooling, program costs, and expected annual salaries for different roles. A physical therapy assistant segment included muscle-building and balance exercises. The camp aims to help students clarify career interests and addresses a community need for healthcare professionals.
