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Careers Project: SurgeonBy: Magalie Goyette and Jolie Yacoub

What educational background is needed in order to pursue this career? (Programs):

What would you be studying in the programs at the University level? (List the core courses that you would need.)

Is there any field experience involved? If so, describe it.

How long would it take to complete the program?

What schools have the best reputation for this particular field of study?

Provide a job description.

Where will you be working? (what environment)

What are the working conditions? Salary? Responsibilities?

Describe a regular day.

What do you find most appealing about the job? Least appealing?

11What are the possibilities for promotion? (Be specific):

What does the market say about this career? Is it in great demand?

Does the future look promising?

Is the field growing or diminishing? (Is there going to be a shortage or surplus of positions in the field you have chosen?)

Is it controlled by the government, completely private, or a combination of both?

What types of changes are happening in the field.

Please note that watching Greys Anatomy does not qualify you to become a surgeon.

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