Take Our Kids to Work Day offers students a glimpse at health care careers

Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) once again participated in “Take Our Kids to Work Day”, a national program which took place on November 6. The coordinated day, aimed at Grade 9 (or equivalent) students, is hosted by parents, friends, relatives and volunteers at workplaces across the country.

The program supports career development by helping students connect school, the world of work, and their own futures. Students spend the day in the workplace of a parent, relative, friend or volunteer experiencing and learning about the world of work as they begin to explore possible career paths.

PMH has been very supportive of this day and encourages students wishing to enter the health care industry to participate. This past year, PMH had 103 requests from students to take part in the initiative. This was up significantly from 2023, when 67 students participated.

“This day is a welcomed opportunity to have students explore health care careers,” stated Larissa Kominko, Recruitment Manager for PMH. “The hope is that one day these could be our future health care workers, so we continue to look at ways to enhance the program and experience.”

Kominko wishes to sincerely thank all staff who spent time with Grade 9 students during the day.