On Monday, September 30, Hartford HealthCare and ReadyCT are set to host the “Create Your Path: Careers in HealthCare Summit” at Hartford Hospital. This exciting day-long event will welcome 65 eager students from Hartford Public, East Hartford, New Britain, and Norwich Free Academy high schools, providing them a unique opportunity to explore careers in the healthcare sector.
“Our commitment to building a skilled workforce is vital to meeting the healthcare needs of our communities now and into the future,” said Jeffrey R. Flaks, President and CEO of Hartford HealthCare. “This summit exemplifies our ongoing efforts to inspire and guide the next generation of healthcare professionals.”
The students involved are part of the Allied Health Program offered by ReadyCT, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering academic excellence and career-connected learning across Connecticut’s public schools. “Through our collaboration, we equip students with essential skills, such as CPR, First Aid, and job readiness,” stated Shannon Marimon, Executive Director of ReadyCT. “Starting with one school four years ago, we are excited to expand our impact to four schools for the upcoming academic year.”
The summit will feature four engaging workshops designed to give students insights into various healthcare careers:
- Building the Future of Healthcare: Discover the business, finance, and technology roles that drive healthcare success with insights from Hartford HealthCare leaders.
- Your Healthcare Journey Starts Here: Enhance interview and resume skills while learning about educational benefits like Hartford HealthCare’s Tuition Assistance Program.
- Experience New Heights with LIFE STAR: A special visit to the helipad at Hartford Hospital will showcase the critical life-saving operations of the helicopter service.
- Experience Hands-On Healthcare: Students will engage in simulation exercises at Hartford HealthCare’s Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), where they will work with cutting-edge medical technology.
This summit promises to ignite passion and ambition in students, providing them with the tools and knowledge to envision a future in healthcare.