Pre-Health Professional Pathways

At CHST, we understand that a health career is more than a choice—it's a calling. Whether you're interested in nursing, medicine, dentistry, athletic training, or something else, our 13 Pre-Health Professional Pathways are designed to guide you, step by step, toward fulfilling your dream.


Start your health career journey with confidence.

At CHST, our pre-health support staff specialize in demystifying your path. We're here to provide clarity and guidance every step of the way. Here’s how we help:


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Discover Your Fit

Chat with our pre-health coach and academic advisors to uncover your interests and strengths, helping you find the healthcare path that resonates with you.

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Plan Your Path

Receive guidance on major and course selection, understanding the sequence and timing that best fits your goals, ensuring a smooth and effective academic journey.

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Connect with our Community

Access a wealth of resources, including a mentor network, research & shadowing opportunities, clubs, and testing and interview preparation support.

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Explore our Pre-Health Professional Pathways

a dentist working on the mouth of a young patient
Undergraduate
Dental Medicine
student performing microbiology testing
Undergraduate
Genetic Counselor
test tubes being filled with colorful liquid
Undergraduate
Medical Laboratory Scientists
student taking someone's blood pressure
Undergraduate
Nursing
a nursing student looking at a patient with a stethoscope on
Undergraduate
Occupational Therapy
a young patient receiving an eye exam with a phoropter
Undergraduate
Optometry
Two people in lab examining things under a microscope in a lab.
Undergraduate
Pathologist's Assistant
students in the lab
Undergraduate
Pharmacy
students practicing on stationary bikes
Undergraduate
Physical Therapy
nursing students in the simulation lab looking over a dummy
Undergraduate
Physician Assistant
student looking through microscope
Undergraduate
Pre-Medicine
a pair of hands holding a duckling
Undergraduate
Veterinary Medicine