Research & Critical Thinking

Learners develop strong research skills by using credible sources, analyzing data, and applying evidence to support their ideas.

Real‑World Problem Solving

Students investigate real healthcare career challenges and build practical solutions that matter to their communities.

Communication & Confidence

Students strengthen their ability to present ideas clearly through storytelling, reflection, and a final project they can be proud of.

About the Course

The College & Career Readiness Course – Series 2 is a four‑week, project‑based learning experience designed for students who are ready to go deeper. Students explore real challenges impacting healthcare careers, research how education opens doors to opportunity, and develop their own solution to a meaningful problem. Through guided lessons, reflection, and a final presentation, learners strengthen critical thinking, communication, and problem‑solving skills while connecting their interests to real-world career pathways. This course helps students move beyond exploration and into purposeful thinking about their future.

Course Curriculum

14 Chapters · 60 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome and Overview

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      Weekly Overview and Agenda

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      All About Me Journal

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      Final Project Information

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    Week 1 - Lesson 1: What are the Barriers?

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      1.1.0 Overview & Objectives

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      1.1.1 Barriers to Healthcare Careers

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      1.1.2 Barrier Brainstorm Map

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      Week 1 Lesson 1: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 1 - Lesson 2: Selecting a Focus Topic

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      1.2.0 Overview & Objectives

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      1.2.1 How Stress Affects Your Brain

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      1.2.2 Narrow It Down

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      Week 1 Lesson 2: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 1 - Lesson 3: Mapping the Impact

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      1.3.0 Overview & Objectives

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      1.3.1 Why Mapping Matters

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      1.3.2 Create an Impact Map

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      Week 1 Lesson 3: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 2 Lesson 1: Research 101 – Finding Good Sources

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      2.1.0 Overview & Objectives

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      2.1.1 What Makes a Good Source

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      2.1.2 Where Can I Find Good Sources?

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      Week 2 Lesson 1: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 2 Lesson 2: How College Prepares Healthcare Workers

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      2.2.0 Overview & Objectives

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      2.2.1 Education Pathways in Healthcare

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      2.2.2 Pathways Match-Up

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      Week 2 Lesson 2: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 2 Lesson 3: Degrees, Certifications, & Endorsements

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      2.3.0 Overview and Objectives

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      2.3.1 What Makes a Story or Data Point Powerful?

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      2.3.2 Find Data & Stories

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      Week 2 Lesson 3: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Mid-Course Survey

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      Mid-Course Survey

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    Week 3 Lesson 1: What Makes a Good Solution?

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      3.1.0 Overview and Objectives

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      3.1.1 What Makes a Solution Work?

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      3.1.2 Explore Real Solutions

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      Week 3 Lesson 1: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 3 Lesson 2: Build Your Solution

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      3.2.0 Overview and Objectives

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      3.2.1 From Idea to Plan

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      3.2.2 Tips and Tricks

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      Week 3 Lesson 2: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 3 Lesson 3: Pitch Practice – Refining Your Idea

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      3.3.0 Overview and Objectives

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      3.3.1 What Makes a Great Pitch?

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      3.3.2 Practice Pitching in Pairs or Small Groups

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      Week 3 Lesson 3: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 4 Lesson 1: Build Your Final Presentation

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      4.1.0 Overview and Objectives

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      4.1.1 What to Include in Your Final Presentation

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      4.1.2 Outline or Storyboard Your Project

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      Week 4 Lesson 1: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    Week 4 Lesson 2: Finalize & Present Your Project

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      4.2.0 Overview and Objectives

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      4.2.1 Final Touches Matter

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      4.2.2 Final Presentation Tips and Tricks

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      Week 4 Lesson 2: Journal Entry

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      All About Me Journal Submission

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    End of Course Survey

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      End of Course Survey

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