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PRESENTERS:Kerry Mortenson

Midwestern UniversityMichelle AdamsElmhurst College

Shaun KeatingRoosevelt University

Jean SheltonRosalind Franklin University

Midwestern UniversityCollege of Dental Medicine-Illinois

Study in suburban comfort and safety as you create a great life at Midwestern University's Downers Grove campus, only 25 miles west of Chicago's metropolitan center. Our beautiful, wooded, 105-acre location feels just like home, with several

housing options, clubs, activities, and organizations that provide a great environment for your success.

College of Dental Medicine-IllinoisFast Facts

Degree: Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)Length: 4 years Class Size: 125Application Service: Associated American Dental Schools Application Service (AADSAS)

College of Dental Medicine-IllinoisAdmissions

To be eligible for enrollment:•An applicant must earn a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university•Possess a science and cumulative GPA over 2.75* (although 3.20 will generally be competitively necessary) on a 4.00 scale. •A bachelor's degree must be completed before starting the program.

CDMIAdmissions cont.

Completion of the prerequisite coursework Biology with lab 8 Semester 12 QuarterGeneral Chemistry with lab 8 Semester 12 QuarterOrganic Chemistry with lab 4 Semester 6 QuarterAnatomy with lab* 4 Semester 6 QuarterMicrobiology with lab 4 Semester 6 QuarterPhysics with lab 8 Semester 12 QuarterPhysiology* 4 Semester 6 QuarterBiochemistry 3 Semester 4 QuarterEnglish Composition 6 Semester 9 QuarterAll science prerequisites must be courses designed for science majors. No survey courses will count to fulfill science requirements.

CDMIAdmissions cont.

Competitive exam scores on the Dental Aptitude Test (DAT) • Scores in the area of 18 or higher will be expected for the Academic Average, Reading Comprehension, and Perceptual Ability sections • Only DAT exam scores earned from tests taken no more than 3 years prior to matriculation are acceptable

Three letters of recommendation

•One must be from either a pre-dental/pre-medical advisory committee or a science professor •CDMI prefers other letters from either someone with a D.O./M.D. or D.D.S./D.M.D. degree and/or professionals who can testify to the integrity and ethical standards of the applicant

•Integrated basic, behavioral, and clinical sciences •Preclinical simulation •Lecture, small-group and case-based education •Practical clinical dentistry •Community clinical rotations In the first two years: CDMI’s professional education will consist of dental medicine classroom instruction and laboratory work emphasizes anatomy, microbiology, biochemistry, physiology, clinical sciences, and laboratory techniques. During the last two years: Students will treat patients under the supervision of licensed dentists. Licensure is required for professional dental practice.

CDMI Curriculum

CDMI Career Opportunities

General dental practice Graduate education in any of the dental specialties Armed services (military) Public Health Service or Indian Health Service Dental industry Dental education Administration 2010 Median Pay $146,920 per year /$70.64 per hourJob Outlook Employment of dentists is expected to grow by 21 percent from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Dentists will continue to see an increase in public demand for their services as studies continue to link oral health to overall health.

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics

Who is CDMI looking for?:

If you have students that have good visual memory; excellent judgment regarding space, shape, and color; a high degree of

manual dexterity; scientific aptitude; good business sense; self-discipline; good communication skills; and they enjoy knowing a diverse range of people from different backgrounds, a career in

dental medicine may be just right for them.

Elmhurst CollegeNursing

Preparation, Admission and

Career Opportunities

PreparationHigh School Level

– Solid in math and science courses• Anatomy/Physiology and Chemistry

– Statistics show correlation between ACT score of 22 and passing the NCLEX-RN

– AP exams in Statistics, Psychology, Calculus and Chemistry fulfill nursing prerequisites

– If interested in BSN, CNA classes are not required, but can provide practical training

PreparationCollege Level

– Knowing your major before entering college is key– Exact advising, especially if transferring– A and B grades in all prerequisite courses– C or better in all nursing courses

• C- or below can mean dismissal from the program

– Time management, working under pressure– Do not count on admission to a program– Treat your studies like a full time job – 40 hrs/week– Plan to work less – Over 20 hours a week can negatively impact

coursework

Students should think about…

• Do I want this for reasons other than just helping people?

• Am I prepared for the challenging road ahead?

• Am I ready to focus on my career even during my college years in terms of determination?

• Do I understand the commitment that the nurse makes to the profession?– Long days– Working weekends– Working holidays– Physically and emotionally

demanding

Characteristics of a Nursing Program Candidate

• Academically strong• Good with math, science, thinking analytically• Problem solving and ability to troubleshoot• Observation and assessment capabilities• Quick on one’s feet• Physically healthy

– Must be able to have weight bearing on limbs– Must be able to execute certain movements for patient care

• Leadership skills• Communication and collaboration

Admission• Two types of admission

– Direct admit– Separate application required

• All are competitive in nature• Strict GPA requirements

– Cumulative– Within the science prerequisites

• Entrance exams• Letters of Recommendation• Personal Statement

– Nursing is a scientific profession, not just helping people

Career OutlookBSN vs RN

– BSNs are hired at a greater level than RNs

– Many upper tier hospitals have received magnet status meaning they must hire BSNs due to the level of care required

– BSN in Ten – proposed law for IL in which RNs will have 10 years to complete the BSN or will no longer be allowed to practice

– Statistics show lower mortality rates within hospitals where most nurses possess BSN degrees

Career Outlook

• Anywhere from community settings to private corporations– Hospitals– Rehabilitation centers– Nursing homes– Clinics– Schools– Physician offices

• Masters/Doctoral Opportunities– Nurse Practitioner– Expert in Health Care Informatics– Nurse Researcher– Nurse Educator

CommitmentCompetenceCompassion

Roosevelt UniversityCollege of Pharmacy

Pharmacy PreparationStudents can begin preparation for pharmacy

doctoral programs in high school.• AP classes that count towards undergraduate requirements:

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus, Stats, Economics, English• Healthcare related work or volunteer experience.• Job shadowing.• Pharm Tech License when a student turns 18.• High School Explorers at Midwestern and UIC.• Roosevelt Pharmacy Lab Days and Pharmacy Camp.• HS Students should look for dual admission or articulation

agreements.

Pharmacy Preparation for Under-Grads

Most Pharmacy Programs do not require a student to have earned a BS/BA for entrance into a doctoral

program. However, the typical applicant to Pharmacy Doctoral programs will

follow a Biology or Chemistry degree tract prior to applying to a PharmD.

Under-Grads face a competitive application process:

22,000 applications for under 9,000 seats (aacp.com 2011)

Pre-Pharmacy Course Work

Natural Science – 37 semester hours minimum General Biology I with Laboratory General Biology II with Laboratory Anatomy and Physiology I with Laboratory Anatomy and Physiology II with Laboratory ***Microbiology*** General Chemistry I with Laboratory General Chemistry II with Laboratory Organic Chemistry I with Laboratory Organic Chemistry II with Laboratory Physics with Laboratory

Math and Economics – 9 semester hours minimum Calculus ***Economics (micro or macro)*** Statistics (general or biostatistics)

Written and Oral Communication – 9 semester hours minimum English Composition I English Composition II Speech Communication

General Education Electives – 12 semester hours minimum ***Humanities Courses (no studio or performance)*** ***Social and Behavioral Science Courses***

Classes listed below are the “typical” classes an undergrad needs to complete before entering into a PharmD program.

Other recommended classes: Medical Terminology, BioChemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Microscopy, Medical Ethics,

Pharmacy AdmissionApplicants are reviewed for an interview on

the following criteria (in no particular order):

Competition of PharmCAS Application**Completion of Supplemental ApplicationCumulative grade point averageScience and math grade point averageCompletion of the pre-pharmacy curriculumPharmacy College Admissions Test (PCAT) score (required)Letters of recommendation (required)Candidate essaysHealth related work experience (preferred, not required)Community service (preferred, not required)Completion of a baccalaureate degree or higher (not required)

Roosevelt University College of Pharmacy

• Unique 3 year PharmD curriculum- Students learn on 10 week quarters.- New class starts each summer in a cohort.- Students assigned study groups for 2 years.

• Small class size 68• Student to Faculty Ratio 10:1• Student-centered education• Philosophy of Teaching Learning Assessment• Modular approach to courses• Integration of academic disciplines

Roosevelt University College of Pharmacy

• Pharmacy “Mentor” & Faculty Advisor• Integration of experiential education in all years

- Experiential education begins during the fall of a students first year.

- Includes Inter-Professional Experience with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers.

- Students graduate with 1,920 rotation hours.• Use of instructional technologies (e.g. laptops)• Include Service Learning

• Applied research conducted in both departments.

Pharmacy Career OutlookPharmacy is more then just Retail or Hospital…

Academic Pharmacy… Teaching, research, public service, and patient care.

Ambulatory Care… Treating patients on site along side doctors and nurses in an urgent care setting.

Consultant… Working in nursing homes or long term care facilities.

Federal-Armed Services & Public Health… Work in federal and state medical facilities, serve during national emergencies.

Informatics… Information technology, managing data for the safe delivery of optimal medication outcomes.

Managed Care… Working with insurance and benefits management companies.

Pharmaceutical Sciences/Industry… Development, research, clinical trials.

4.1 BILLION prescriptions filled in 2010.

Second largest healthcare profession…

A Growing and Aging population will require more consistent and readily

available access to healthcare providers…

17% expected growth in the need for Pharmacist by 2018 (faster then the average for all other occupations)

$106,410 average median pay of US Pharmacist

Pharmacy Career Outlook

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Quick Look at RFUMS• The Chicago Medical School

– Allopathic Medicine

• The Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine– Podiatric Medicine

• The College of Pharmacy– Doctor of Pharmacy

• The School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies– PhD Programs

• The College of Health Professions– Physical Therapy– Physician Assistant – Nurse Anesthesia– Nutrition– Pathologists’ Assistant– Biomedical Sciences– Psychology– Healthcare Administration

and Management– Women’s Health

Unique Feature of RFUMS • Leader in Interprofessional Education• Great location – North Chicago, Illinois• Core Values

– Civility– Diversity– Excellence– Integrity– Scholarship– Teamwork

Preparing for a Career in the Health Field

• Explore– Shadowing, volunteering or

working in the field • Academic preparation

– Pre-requisite coursework & standardized tests

• Extracurricular and volunteer activities – Health related & non-health

related• Network

Professional Outlook• PT +39% from 2010 to

2020 (BLS) • DPM +20% from 2010

to 2020 (BLS) • PharmD +25% (BLS) • PA +30% from 2010 –

2020 (BLS) • MD +24% (BLS)

• Bureau of Labor Statistics – “Wage and salary employment in the healthcare industry is projected to grow 22% between 2006 – 2016.”

Admission• Do your research –

every program is different

• Visit schools if possible• Start early• RFUMS is looking for

the whole package – a student with grades AND experiences

• All are competitive!

General Application Requirements

• Primary application• Supplemental

application• Letters of

recommendation• Transcripts• Test scores • Interview

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Questions and Answers

Kerry MortensonAssistant Director of AdmissionMidwestern Universitykmorte@midwestern.edu

Michelle AdamsAssociate Director of AdmissionElmhurst Collegemadams@elmhurst.edu

Shaun KeatingAssistant Director of EnrollmentRoosevelt University College of Pharmacy

skeating@roosevelt.edu

Jean SheltonAssistant Director of RecruitmentRosalind Franklin University ofMedicine and Sciencejean.shelton@rosalindfranklin.edu