Not sure what medical course to take? Nandito kami para tulungan kang pumili ng kursong bagay para sa'yo!

Medicine is one of the oldest and most respected career paths, not only in the Philippines, but all around the world. A career in medicine allows you to impact lives in a truly unique and unparalleled way.

Lalo na ngayong panahon ng pandemya, talaga namang hindi natin maitatanggi ang kahalagahan ng mga propesyonal tulad ng doctor, nurse, public health officials, healthcare workers at marami pang iba! Lahat sila ay tulong-tulong para labanan ang iba’t-ibang mga sakit.

A career in medicine is indeed a service and not just a profession, one that puts the needs of others first before oneself. It entails a path where countless hours of hard work are required, but the fulfillment from being able to save lives is worth all the effort.

Kung isa ka sa marami pang senior high students na gustong pasukin ang medical field in the future, may iba't-ibang medical courses ang pwedeng makatulong sa’yo to prepare for a medical career. If you’re not sure what course to take, this list might be able to help you decide.

Pharmacy

From the time you were born, you’ve already taken some sort of medicine or vitamin to keep you healthy or treat an ailment.

Pharmacy is a pre-med course that deals with medicinal drugs, cosmetics, and other related substances.This four-year degree course will help you learn the process of manufacturing drugs for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases.

Kung plano mong magtrabaho sa pharmaceutical companies o magtayo ng sariling pharmacy in the future, this is the course for you!

Medical Technology

Ever wonder how urine, blood, and other specimens are being processed and investigated in a lab? These are all the works of a medical technologist.

BS Medical Technology is one of the popular medical courses in the Philippines. This four-year degree program will provide you with the necessary skills and training in conducting laboratory tests. These tests are used in detecting, diagnosing, preventing, and treating various diseases.

Medical technologists also work hand in hand with pathologists to ensure patients get a proper diagnosis using their cool laboratory equipment!

Nursing

If you’re planning to become a doctor, you’ve probably heard your parents or other elders say, “Mag nursing ka.” This is actually smart advice because taking this bachelors degree will prepare you a lot in med school!

BS Nursing has four main components; health promotion, disease prevention, risk reduction, and health restoration. Sa kursong ito, matutunan mo kung paano makipag-interact at tumugon sa mga pangangailangan ng iyong pasyente.

Fun fact! Did you know that the Philippines is a powerhouse in the field of nursing? The Philippines sends a good number of nurses abroad, comprising roughly 25 percent of all overseas nurses worldwide. Kaya naman, Filipino nurses are well recognized for their unremarkable contribution to global health. Pinoy pride!

Radiologic Technology

There’s more to health than what is seen with the naked eye. If you’re not convinced, just ask a radiologist!

A degree in Radiologic Technology or RadTech will train you in operating various medical equipment that include CT scanners, MRIs, and X-rays. Radiologic Technologists are the ones responsible for conducting imaging examinations to patients.

They make sure that patients are positioned properly on the lab equipment so that a quality diagnostic image is produced. Nakakita ka ba ng X- ray result and didn’t know what it means? Don’t worry! Radiologic Technologists can help in diagnosing these images for any possible disease or injury you might have.

Biology

We all learned in high school that biology is the study of life. If you want to take a general approach to medicine, BS Biology ang isa sa mga medical courses na pwede mong pagpilian! The course will give you a strong foundation on the concepts, principles, and theories of biological, natural, and physical sciences in research which will be very useful once you start your journey in becoming a doctor.

Aside from being a medical doctor, maraming pang ibang careers ang pwede mong pasukan gaya ng pagiging isang Research Scientist, Biology Teacher, Biologist at Forensic Scientist.

Psychology

We can’t stress enough the value of mental health, especially in these recent times. With all the lockdowns and community quarantines in place around the world, this can really put a strain on anyone—physically, emotionally, and especially, mentally.

Kaya nga naman napakahalaga ng gampanin ng ating mga Psychologists and Psychiatrists in promoting a positive and healthy lifestyle. Having a degree in BS Psychology will help you observe and assess human behavior through a scientific approach.

Bilang isang Psychologist, tungkulin mong mabigyan ng safe space ang iyong mga pasyente for them to express their feelings and provide them with the appropriate psychological treatments na tutugon sa pangangailangan nila. Psychiatrists, on the other hand, are medical doctors who can provide a wide range of treatments including medication, general medical care, psychological treatments, and brain stimulation therapies.

Nutrition and Dietetics

We’ve all heard the saying, “You are what you eat” but did you know that our well-being is not just about what we eat but also about what we do not eat?

In a nutshell, having a degree in Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (BSND) will help provide you information on food and healthy eating. As a nutritionist, your job is to help people understand how diet affects their health and wellbeing. Nutritionists and Dieticians can work in many settings. You can find them working in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, cafeterias, even in local government offices!

But wait, mahal daw ang medical courses. Kakayanin ko ba ang tuition?

Pursuing a career in the medical field not only requires a lot of hardship, patience, and determination but also a hefty amount of money for tuition and other fees. But don’t worry, that’s where Bukas comes in! By providing affordable student loans to college and graduate school students, aspiring medical professionals like you can pursue your dreams!

Just choose the medical field you want and enroll in any of our partner schools like Far Eastern University, Our Lady of Fatima University, Centro Escolar University, and Emilio Aguinaldo College through a student loan. Mula undergrad hanggang med school, kasama mo ang Bukas sa pag-abot ng pangarap mo!

Learn more about Bukas and how we make education affordable for thousands of Filipino students like you. Apply for a Bukas student loan in your upcoming enrollment, and join our growing community for more tips and advice about all things student life. A brighter future awaits. Sa'yo ang Bukas!

Written by: Karl Nucum