Parents and Students

Introducing Career Quest! Your pathway to career exploration and experience.
TWO exciting opportunities for students to explore careers in healthcare and education!

  1. Intro to Careers in Healthcare (HEOC 102)
    Hybrid course available through Shasta College, recommended for students entering their Junior year in the 2025-26 school year. 

Embark on an exciting journey of healthcare career exploration with this dynamic course! Tailored for students eager to explore the diverse world of healthcare, this course offers a comprehensive overview of the industry, uncovering a wide range of career opportunities and essential foundational knowledge needed for entry-level positions. Dive into key topics such as medical law and ethics, workplace safety, infection control, and effective communication skills—all designed to help you discover your passion and unlock a world of career potential. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your skillset, this course provides the perfect starting point to build a successful future in healthcare. Explore the endless opportunities waiting for you and take the first step toward a rewarding healthcare career today!

This is a 4 week accelerated hybrid course. We will meet in person Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 9-12:30 from June 9-July 6, with the remainder of the course online.

  • New to Shasta College? Start your registration process here. 
  • If you have taken Shasta College classes, login to MyShasta to register for this course.

 2. Career Quest Summer Internships

Paid work experience for students entering their junior or senior year in the 2025-26 school year. 

Attend a work-ready Boot Camp week (June 9-13, 2025) and then get placed with a local employer for up to 108 hours of work experience in the healthcare or education industry. You will earn an hourly wage plus college credit (if desired). Preference will be given to students who have completed at least one year of a medical or education CTE pathway. Apply by April 20, 2025.

  • A letter of recommendation is required for this application, so do not wait until the last minute! 

Career Quest is a partnership of Shasta College, Reach Higher Shasta, and the Shasta County Office of Education.

The good news about being a student in Shasta County

First, the good news. If you’re a student or someone who cares about one, you should know that attending a Shasta County school gives you something special: A promise that you can go to college, and you can afford it.

The Shasta Promise, in partnership with the North State Promise, takes the guesswork out of attending any of the six universities and colleges that have signed on.

They are:

  • CSU Chico
  • Southern Oregon University
  • Simpson University
  • Shasta College
  • College of the Siskiyous
  • National University

Preparing yourself/your student for success

Here’s what you need to know at every step on the path through school to college and career readiness.

Pre Kindergarten

  • Enroll your child in preschool
  • Teach your child to read early on
  • Watch educational programming with your child (after age 2)
  • Begin healthy routines (eating habits, exercise) with your young child
  • Encourage interpersonal relationships with other children of the same age
  • Determine strengths and areas of interests through children’s imaginations an

KINDERGARTEN – 8TH GRADE

  • 3rd grade literacy is a strong indicator of future academic performance
  • Encourage children to explore interests
  • Help children to commit to a desired career by 8th grade. Even if the child switches interests in high school, those who choose one emphasis by 8th grade routinely perform better in academic settings.
  • Prepare for algebra by 8th grade for success in high school coursework

9TH – 12TH GRADE (HIGH SCHOOL)

  • 3rd grade literacy is a strong indicator of future academic performance
  • Encourage children to explore interests
  • Help children to commit to a desired career by 8th grade.
  • Even if the child switches interests in high school, those who choose one emphasis by 8th grade routinely perform better in academic settings.
  • Prepare for algebra by 8th grade for success in high school coursework

13TH – 16TH (COLLEGE)

  • 3rd grade literacy is a strong indicator of future academic performance
  • Encourage children to explore interests
  • Help children to commit to a desired career by 8th grade. Even if the child switches interests in high school, those who choose one emphasis by 8th grade routinely perform better in academic settings.
  • Prepare for algebra by 8th grade for success in high school coursework

The big deal about “A to G”

  • 3rd grade literacy is a strong indicator of future academic performance
  • Encourage children to explore interests
  • Help children to commit to a desired career by 8th grade. Even if the child switches interests in high school, those who choose one emphasis by 8th grade routinely perform better in academic settings.
  • Prepare for algebra by 8th grade for success in high school coursework

Additional Resources

 

College Exploration:

Applying to College:

Transferring to Four Year Institutions:

Understanding Careers: