Discusses career opportunities, related to the biological sciences, that do not require extensive academic training. (JR)

A variety of health careers is discussed. The point that biology is a basic study to all of those careers is emphasized. Career futures in health professions and the role of teachers in preparing students for those professions are discussed. (MDR)

The factors discussed are increasing competitiveness, professional organizations, government involvement, team concept growth, and personal qualities. Suggestions by which the interested student may gather more information about health careers before making a decision are given. (MDR)

Describes and evaluates a health science career education program in which eighth- and ninth-grade minority students fulfill their science requirement by attending lecture and laboratory sessions at a Manhattan medical center and working individually with a professional. (DC)

Described are a variety of careers under the umbrella of medical technology. The status of medical technology and medical technology education are discussed. Different curricula for medical technology are compared. (CW)