Jobs More hidden health careers Go to college, get a job.
T hat's the plan for many people.
Of course, if you want to save lives, work in health care, or work in a hospital, there's more involved. And not all training programs require you to have the credentials of an Eric Skye. The fact is, many careers in health care require only a year of school and present numerous job opportunities upon successful completion of a training program. Surgical technology, pharmacy technology, and dental assisting are three such careers. Don't dismiss them if you haven't heard of them.