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College and Major Specific Resources for the College of Health Sciences
| Athletic Training | Physical Therapy |
| Biomedical Science | Physician Assistant Studies |
| Clinical Laboratory Science | Speech Pathology and Audiology |
| Exercise Physiology |
| Careers in the Health Industry which may require a Graduate Degree |
| Careers in the Health Industry which require a Professional School Degree |
MU Center for Pre-health Advising - Marquette's pre-health advisors will work closely with you throughout your undergraduate career to help you identify and achieve what it takes to be a strong candidate for admission to a health professional program.
Athletic Training
About Athletic Training
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook- Athletic Trainer
- O*Net- Athletic Trainer
- Career One Stop- Athletic Trainer
Resources at MU
- Marquette University Athletic Training Program Website
- Explore Marquette: Athletic Training Major
- Explore Marquette: What can you do with a major in Athletic Training?
- Marquette University Alumni Association (MUAA) LinkedIn Group
- MUAA CIRCLES eMentor Network
Websites
- Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer
- College Athletic Training Students- NATA
- NATA Job Center
Professional Associations
- National Athletic Trainers Association
- Wisconsin Athletic Trainers Association
- College Athletic Trainers’ Society
Marquette Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association
- Certified Fitness Professionals: Personal Trainers, Athletic Trainers
- Sports and Athletic Professionals
Biomedical Sciences
The Biomedical Sciences major prepares individuals for a variety of careers in the health industry through a curriculum consisting of human-oriented and medical science courses, opportunities to complement a strong science background with a minor or two to gain a competitive advantage in the job market, and abundant research opportunities. Resources for the most common career outcomes for Biomedical Sciences majors, with a Bachelor's Degree, are listed here. For assistance with researching other major-related career fields, please make an appointment with a career counselor.
About Biomedical Sciences with an Undergraduate Degree
- O*Net – Health Science Career Cluster
- What can I do with a major in Healthcare Sciences?
- What can I do with a major in Biological Sciences?
- About Bioscience
Resources at MU
- Marquette University Biomedical Sciences Program Website
- Explore Marquette: Biomedical Sciences Major
- Explore Marquette: What can you do with a major in Biomedical Sciences?
- Marquette University Alumni Association (MUAA) Linkedin Group
- MUAA CIRCLES eMentor Network
Websites
- American Medical Association—Careers in Healthcare
- Medical Careers Guide
- Explore Health Careers
- Women in Biomedical Careers
Professional Associations
Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
Clinical Laboratory Science
About Clinical Laboratory Science
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook- Medical and Clinical Technologists
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook- Biological Technicians
- O*Net: Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
- Career One Stop: Medical and Clinical Laboratory Science
Resources at MU
- Marquette University Clinical Laboratory Science Program Website
- Explore Marquette: Clinical Laboratory Science Major
- Explore Marquette: What can you do with a major in Clinical Laboratory Science?
- Marquette University Alumni Association (MUAA) LinkedIn Group
- MUAA CIRCLES eMentor Network
Websites
Professional Associations
- American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
- Association for Clinical Scientists
- Association for Molecular Pathology
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
Marquette Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
- American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
- Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Medical Laboratory Scientists
Exercise Physiology
About Exercise Physiology
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook- Fitness and Exercise Instructor
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook- Athletic Trainer
- Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook- Occupational Therapist
- O*Net: Exercise Physiologists
- Career One Stop- Exercise Physiologists
Resources at Marquette University
- Marquette University Exercise Science Program Website
- Explore Marquette: Exercise Physiology Major
- Explore Marquette: What can you do with a major in Exercise Physiology?
- Marquette University Alumni Association (MUAA) LinkedIn Group
- MUAA CIRCLES eMentor Network
Websites
Professional Associations
- American Society of Exercise Physiologists
- Clinical Exercise Physiology Association
- National Academy of Kinesiology
- American Physical Therapy Association
- American Kinesiology Association
Marquette Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
Speech Pathology and Audiology
About Speech Pathology and Audiology
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Speech and Language Pathologist
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Audiologist
- O*Net- Speech-Language Pathologist
- O*Net- Audiologists
- O*Net- Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
- Career One Stop- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Career One Stop- Audiologists
Resources at MU
- Marquette University Speech Pathology and Audiology Program Website
- Explore Marquette: Speech Pathology and Audiology Major
- Explore Marquette: What can you do with a major in Speech Pathology and Audiology?
- Marquette University Alumni Association (MUAA) LinkedIn Group
- MUAA CIRCLES eMentor Network
Websites
- ASHA—Information for Students
- National Student Speech-Language Hearing Association
- Speech-Language Pathology Job Board
- Certification for Speech Pathologists and Audiologists
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Audiology
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
- Educational Audiology Association
- Wisconsin Speech-Language and Audiology Association
Marquette Student Organizations
- National Student Speech, Language, Hearing Association—Marquette Chapter
- Biomedical Sciences Student Association
LinkedIn Groups
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
- Speech, Language, and Hearing Professionals
- Speech Language Pathologists of America
- American Academy of Audiology
- National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
Careers in the Health Industry which may require a Graduate Degree
The following career fields may have entry-level positions requiring only a Bachelor’s Degree. To progress in the profession you may need an advanced degree.
| Physical Therapy |
| Physician Assistant Studies |
| Public Health |
| Healthcare Administration |
Physical Therapy
About Physical Therapy
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Physical Therapist
- O*Net- Physical Therapist
- Career One Stop- Physical Therapist
Resources at MU
- Marquette University Physical Therapy Program Website
- Explore Marquette: Physical Therapy Major
- Explore Marquette: What can you do with a major in Physical Therapy?
- Marquette University Alumni Association (MUAA) LinkedIn Group
- MUAA CIRCLES eMentor Network
Websites
- Student Involvement—American Physical Therapy Association
- The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy
- Physical Therapy Licensure
- Today in PT
Professional Associations
- American Physical Therapy Association
- Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association
- World Confederation for Physical Therapy
Marquette Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
- American Physical Therapy Association
- Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
- Sports Performance and Physical Therapy Group
- Physical Therapist (PT) Network
Physician Assistant Studies
About Physician Assistant Studies
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Physician Assistant
- O*Net- Physician Assistant
- Career One Stop- Physician Assistant
Resources at MU
- Marquette University Physician Assistant Studies Program Website
- Explore Marquette: Physician Assistant Major
- Explore Marquette: What can you do with a major in Physician Assistant Studies?
- Marquette University Alumni Association LinkedIn Group
- MUAA CIRCLES eMentor Network
Websites
- Student Academy of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants
- Physician Assistant Education Association
- Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants
Marquette Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
About Public Health
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Health Educators
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Epidemiologist
- O*Net- Health Educators
- O*Net- Epidemiologist
- Career One Stop- Public Health
Websites
- What is Public Health?
- The Student Doctor Network – Interdisciplinary Forum
- A Guide to Public Health Careers
Professional Associations
- American Public Health Association
- Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
- National Environmental Health Association
LinkedIn Group
About Healthcare Administration
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Medical and Health Services Managers
- Career One Stop- Medical and Health Services Managers
- O*Net- Medical and Health Services Managers
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Medical Administrators
- American College of Healthcare Executives
- National Association of Health Services Executives
LinkedIn Group
Careers in Biomedical Sciences which require a Professional School Degree
| Medicine | Occupational Therapy |
| Dentistry | Optometry |
| Pharmacy | Podiatry |
| Veterinary Medicine | Chiropractic Medicine |
| Physical Therapy | Physician Assistant |
About Medicine
Websites
- Science Blogs—Medicine
- The Student Doctor Network
- Pre-Med Life Magazine
- Association of American Medical Colleges – student resources
- Summer Medical and Dental Education (SMDEP)
Professional Associations
Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
About Dentistry
Websites
Professional Associations
Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
About Pharmacy
Websites
- The Student Doctor Network
- Pharmacy Student Forum
- Pharmacy College Application Service
- American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
Professional Associations
LinkedIn Groups
- American Pharmacists Association
- Pharmacy Professionals Network
- American Pharmacists Association—Academy of Students in Pharmacy
About Veterinary Medicine
Websites
Professional Associations
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- National Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
- American Society of Animal Science
LinkedIn Groups
About Occupational Therapy
- Bureau of Labor Statistics- Occupational Therapist
- Career One Stop- Occupational Therapist
- O*Net- Occupational Therapist
Websites
Professional Associations
- American Occupational Therapy Association
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- American Occupational Therapy Foundation
LinkedIn Groups
- American Occupational Therapy Association
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- Physical and Occupational Therapy Forum
About Optometry
Websites
Professional Associations
- American Optometric Association
- American Academy of Optometry
- Association of Regulatory Boards of Optometry
Student Organizations
LinkedIn Groups
About Podiatry
Websites
Professional Associations
LinkedIn Groups
About Chiropractic Medicine
Professional Associations
- American Chiropractic Association
- International Chiropractic Association
- Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards
LinkedIn Groups
- American Chiropractic Association
- Chiropractic Professionals
- American Chiropractic Association Council on Occupational Health
