The New Visions program is done in conjunction with Lourdes and
Broome-Tioga BOCES. There are a wealth of career opportunities in the
Broome-Tioga area related to the health care field. These positions
include pharmacists, radiological technologists, respiratory therapists,
laboratory technicians, speech and hearing specialists, psychologists,
anesthesiology technicians, and many more.
Students in the Health Careers Academy develop the skills and knowledge
needed for the rapidly growing health care industry. The program places
students in a hospital setting with access to all hospital operations.
They are rotated into various departments where they observe and assist
working professionals. The purpose of the Health Careers Academy is to
enrich, enhance and provide a smoother transition in to their next level
of professional development.
Student Eligibility
If you are interested in the Health Careers Academy, the first step is
to ask your guidance counselor for more information and an application.
The New Visions Student must:
- be a senior from a Broome-Tioga BOCES district.
- have demonstrated an interest and desire to learn about the career
area.
- be conscientious and highly motivated to succeed.
- exhibit a high level of responsibility and maturity.
- be academically sound and meet graduation requirements.