Code Medical: Youth Camps for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
Inspiring the Next Generation of Healthcare Heroes
At Kris Cares Foundation, we believe in empowering the future of healthcare by providing young minds with early exposure to the medical field. Our Medical One Youth Camps are designed to ignite a passion for healthcare in students from as early as grade 1, offering them unique opportunities to immerse themselves in medical settings and explore the many pathways into a career in healthcare.
Medical One Youth Camps provide hands-on, immersive experiences that help children and young adults understand the world of healthcare. These camps are more than just a day away from school; they are opportunities for students to step into the shoes of healthcare professionals, witness real-life medical scenarios, and gain insights into the diverse career options available in the medical field.
Key Features of the Medical One Youth Camps:
Early Exposure: Camps are available for students starting as early as grade 1, tailored to be age-appropriate and engaging.
Immersive Experiences: Camps provide real-world exposure to medical environments, including clinics, hospitals, and simulation labs.
Educational Pathways: Students learn about various healthcare careers, including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and allied health professions.
Interactive Learning: Camps feature hands-on activities, role-playing scenarios, and interactive demonstrations led by experienced healthcare professionals.
Flexible Locations: Education can be provided in school settings or through coordinated offsite facilities where the immersion occurs.
Youth Camp Opportunities:
Primary Med Academy (Grades 1-3)
Teddy Bear Clinic
Grades 1-3
Overview:
This camp introduces young children to the world of healthcare in a fun and engaging way. Students get to wear mini lab coats, use stethoscopes, and learn about basic first aid, hygiene, and the importance of healthy habits.
Activities:
Teddy Bear Clinic: Students get a special teddy bear to perform a "check-up" and learn how doctors and nurses care for patients.
Healthy Habits Workshop: Interactive sessions on nutrition, exercise, and hygiene.
Junior Med Academy
Grades 4-6
Overview:
This camp provides students with a deeper understanding of the healthcare field. Students explore different healthcare roles, from doctors and nurses to pharmacists and lab technicians, through hands-on activities and demonstrations.
Activities:
Real Patient Scenarios: Students are presented with real patient scenarios where they get to "treat" a patient and provide direct care and doctors orders.
First Aid Simulation: Students practice basic first aid techniques, such as bandaging and CPR, in a simulated environment.
Next Scheduled Event:
TBD
Senior Med Academy
Grades 7-9
Overview: This camp is designed for older students who are beginning to seriously consider a career in healthcare. The camp provides exposure to more complex medical scenarios and introduces students to the academic and professional pathways required to enter the field.
Activities:
Medical Simulation: Students participate in mock medical clinics interacting with real "patients" participating in complex scenarios with defined objectives.
Career Pathways Panel: Healthcare professionals share their experiences and answer questions about their careers, education, and daily responsibilities.
Next Scheduled Activity:
TBD
Senior Med Academy Pro
Grades 10-12
Overview: This camp is aimed at high school students who are committed to pursuing a career in healthcare. The program includes in-depth immersion experiences, such as shadowing healthcare professionals and participating in advanced medical simulations.
Activities:
Medical Research Project: Students have the opportunity to work on a group project to research a current medical issue and present their findings.
Professional Shadowing: Students spend a day shadowing a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting, observing real patient care.
Next Scheduled Activity:
TBD
How Schools Can Coordinate Immersion Experiences
Step 1: Reach Out
Contact Us: Schools interested in coordinating a Medical One Youth Camp can reach out to Kris Cares Foundation via email at info@kriscares.org or call us at 602-507-6530.
Initial Consultation: Our team will schedule a consultation to discuss your school's specific needs, the age group of the students, and the desired outcomes of the camp.
Step 2: Plan the Camp
Customized Program Design: Based on the consultation, we will design a camp program that aligns with your school's curriculum and the students' interests. Whether the camp takes place on school grounds or at an offsite facility, we ensure the program is engaging, educational, and memorable.
Step 3: Execute and Reflect
Camp Day: On the day of the camp, our team of healthcare professionals and educators will lead the program, guiding students through each activity and ensuring a safe and enriching experience.
Post-Camp Evaluation: After the camp, we provide a summary report and feedback session to discuss the outcomes and gather insights for future programs.
Step 4: Ongoing Collaboration
Continued Engagement: We encourage schools to establish ongoing relationships with Kris Cares Foundation to offer Medical One Youth Camps annually or as part of their regular curriculum. We also offer follow-up resources and activities to keep students engaged in their journey toward a healthcare career.
