Girls practice administering medicine to a mannequin
Students in the camp interacted with working professionals, went on field trips to St. Cloud Hospital and The Good Shepherd Community, participated in an all-day disaster preparedness simulation and experienced in hands-on simulation activities as they explore careers in nursing, public health, physical therapy, diagnostic imaging, respiratory therapy, phlebotomy, social work, communication sciences and disorders, gerontology, exercise science and more. The camp also give students the chance to participate in a health and wellness-themed Escape Room.
The program showcased the resources available at both St. Cloud State University and St. Cloud Technical & Community College.
Partners supporting the camp included CentraCare Health, The Good Shepherd Community, Rejuv Medical, St. Cloud Area School District 742, Quarks, St. Cloud Technical & Community College, Stearns County Public Health, HealthForce MN, Nemeth Orthodontics, REM Central Lakes, Traut Wells, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and Career Solutions.
