High School Student Programs
Memorial Health System supports the healthcare workforce of tomorrow with several programs designed for area students.
Explorer Post
Memorial Explorer Post 1897 is a program designed to educate high school students about the variety of career opportunities available in healthcare, including occupations in nursing, radiology, rehabilitation, respiratory therapy, laboratory, pharmacy, cardiology and many more.
The program consists of six sessions scheduled from October through February. At each session, students will rotate through stations in a specific field to get a better feel for the responsibilities associated with each department. The program will wrap up with a Recognition Ceremony in March to celebrate the completion of the program. 2012-2013 Schedule
To register and learn more about the 2011-2012 Memorial Explorer Post 1897 program, attend the First Nighter Event.
Recognition Ceremony - Parents Invited
March 7, 2013 at 6 p.m.
Memorial Medical Center
Wedeberg Conference Center
701 N. First St.
Springfield, IL
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TEN Camp
Memorial is currently accepting applications for the Teens Experiencing Nursing (T.E.N.) summer camp. The application deadline is April 5, 2013.
T.E.N. Camp, to be held July 15-18, gives area high school students the opportunity to personally experience nursing education and nursing practice, and encourages them to pursue a rewarding and essential career.
The four – day camp begins with orientation and an overview of the nursing profession. Participants will visit our Clinical Simulation Center and our Surgical Skills Lab where students will learn and practice basic nursing skills. Participants will also have the opportunity to job shadow on several of our nursing units and interact with nursing staff.
The camp is looking for qualified and motivated participants. Potential participants should complete the application and include an essay explaining why they would like to become nurses. A school counselor needs to complete a reference form. Written permission from a parent or guardian is required. The forms are available below as links. The application deadline is April 5. You’re going to love this experience! If you need further information, call the People Division at (217) 788-3580.
Click the links below to access forms:
TEN Camp Overview
TEN Camp Application
TEN Camp Parental Consent Form
TEN Camp References Form
Career Exploration (Job Shadowing):
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For additional questions regarding any of the high school student programs available at Memorial, please feel free to contact Talent Planning at TalentPlanning@mhsil.com.
