Investigating Medical Careers: Biotechnology Research and Development

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  • Asynchronous
  • Level: Middle School
  • 3-5 hours of content
  • Cost: $15
  • 4 of 5 courses in the Investigating Medical Careers series
Course Overview
The medical field is constantly changing, innovating the ways that doctors and other care providers treat their patients. But who is responsible for making these advances? Professionals who work in the medical career pathway called biotechnology research and development are constantly studying how to improve healthcare for everyone! In this course, you'll learn more about the types of jobs in this field.

If you like working with technology and like to figure out how things work, a career in the biotechnology pathway might be a great fit for you!
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Learners will obtain a certificate of completion once they have completed all learning activities within the course.

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Real Career Examples

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Education and Training

Learn about education and training requirements to join this field

Working Conditions

Get an overview of important information about jobs in this field, like working conditions and pay

Investigating Medical Careers: A Series

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March 2024

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