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My Dream Career
Becoming a Physician
Becoming a physician requires at least a bachelor’s degree which can take up to
four years or more. After completing your under-
graduate studies, your next step is to acquire your
masters. The maximum amount of time this takes is
ten years. If I choose to pursue this career it
means 18 more years of school!
Physicians have a positive, powerful role in society. They diagnose illnesses and provide
treatment for those who may be suffering from injury or disease. They counsel patients on their health and how to take care of
their bodies.
Education Prices:
The average tuition costs for this education is about $23,220 a year.
Salaries for physicians are among the highest of all
occupations.Depending on which field is
chosen, the average salary is $160,000 per year.
Office Hours and Working
ConditionsMost physicians work long irregular hours
and must travel frequently. A full-time
physician averages about 60 hours a week.
LifestyleWorking long, hard
hours are part of the job, but having a family
and time for yourself can also be
incorporated.
My Back-Up Plan
If I were to choose a second career I
would like to be a physical therapist.
Physical therapists provide their assistance and services
to those who need to improve mobility and are struggling with physical
disabilities. They teach their patients various exercises to
strengthen muscles and relieve pain.
Education:The majority of physical therapy programs offer a master’s degree and some offer an entry-
level doctorate in physical therapy.
The average salary of a physical therapist in California is $68,495
a year.
Working Conditions
The working conditions for this job demand a lot. You
must have physical strength, and the ability to
communicate with others. Full-time physical therapists
work 40 hour weeks and often on evenings and weekends depending on their patient’s
schedule.
Physical therapists may be self-employed, work in hospitals,
rehabilitation centers and schools. Finding a town with any of these facilities would not be
difficult.
Lifestyle
Wanting to become a well-educated person in the
medical field has always been my dream. I hope to
someday be the difference in someone’s life.