Health and Applied Sciences

What's it like to work in Health Science or Complimentary Medicine?

The world of science is ever-changing, fast paced and gives you the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of others. The fusion of western and traditional medicine is providing new answers to challenging health issues, and providing a variety of fulfilling new careers in health and its allied industries.

Career possibilities are numerous, depending on whether you want a clerical based position, a laboratory job or employment as a health professional.

  • Medical Research
  • Paramedic/Emergency First Responder
  • Fitness Instructor
  • Personal Trainer
  • Nutritionist
  • Natural Therapist
  • Laboratory Assistant
  • Medical Receptionist
  • Nurses Aide
  • Medical Doctor
  • Counsellor
  • Sports Therapist
  • Life Coach
  • Aromatherapist
  • Scientist
What Training Do I need to Get Started?
The requirements for health related employment will vary depending on where you live. Browse through our Health and Allied sciences articles to learn more!

 

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Karen Lee BSc. Hons (Biological Sciences), Postgraduate Diploma Nutrition and Dietetics

Karen graduated with first class honours degree in Biological Sciences from Lancaster University and subsequently completed a Postgraduate diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics from Leeds Metropolitan University. Karen is a registered dietitian with over 10 years of experience of working in the NHS. Karen has undertaken a number of research projects and has lectured to undergraduate university students.

Lyn Quirk M.Prof.Ed.; Adv.Dip.Compl.Med (Naturopathy); Adv.Dip.Sports Therapy

Lyn has 25 years of experience in the Fitness, Health and Leisure Industries. She has a string of qualifications that are far too long to list here; being qualified and registered to teach, coach or instruct a wide range of different sports and other skills.

Lyn established and managed Health clubs at three major five star resorts on Australia's Gold Coast, including The Marriot. She was a department head for a large government vocational college (TAFE), and has conducted her own aquafitness business for many years.

Jade Pollock B.Sc.Biol, Dip. Education, Cert Food Hygiene
Jade has worked in hospitality, fitness, environmental management and education industries, in both Australia and the UK.

Teacher -Biological Science, Health and P.E.

Business Coordinator - Scottish Environmental Protection Agency

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Health and Applied Sciences Articles

Where to start?
Studying Health Sciences
I want to be a Naturopath!