| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2666955 | Journal of Pediatric Nursing | 2011 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Kids into Health Career (KIHC) initiatives largely have focused on the recruitment of high school- and middle school-age students. Little attention has been given to informing young children and their parents about health professions careers. The career development literature supports that career development is a lifelong process beginning in early childhood. The purpose of this article is to offer practical ideas to introduce preschool-age and elementary school-age children to health careers in nursing. The value of health fairs as a forum to pique interest is discussed. Outcome measures to determine the success of KIHC strategies for younger children are needed.
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Authors
Lori S. Lauver,