Pre-Health Shadowing
Pre-Health Shadowing (501(c)(3) nonprofit)
Free virtual shadowing sessions connecting students with healthcare professionals across specialties, with real-time Q&A and verified hours and certificates.
Who should apply
A great fit for high school and college students exploring healthcare careers who want virtual exposure to clinicians and a way to log verified shadowing experience.
Eligibility
Open to high school and college students; free registration.
What you get
- Live virtual shadowing sessions with healthcare professionals across specialties, with real-time Q&A
- Verified hours and certificates
- A Healthcare Training Program (HTP) for foundational knowledge and professional development
- Volunteer and leadership opportunities
What the application involves
- Create an account / register on the website
Application tips
- Attend sessions across multiple specialties to clarify which fields interest you.
- Save the verified hours/certificates to document your exploration for future applications.
Good to know
A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving 81,000+ students globally. The page doesn't state explicit eligibility criteria or pricing.
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