Discover Your Future in Healthcare — Free One-Day Events for High School Students
Hands-On Health Days are free, interactive one-day events for high school students across North Central Wisconsin who are curious about careers in health and healthcare. These interactive events give students a real-world look at what it’s like to work in health professions through hands-on activities, simulations, and guidance from professionals in the field.
Students can apply for one event or attend multiple events to explore different career paths.
What Are Hands-On Health Days?
Hands-On Health Days are immersive learning opportunities where students:
- Try hands-on health-related activities
- Learn about a variety of health careers
- Interact with healthcare professionals and educators
- Explore education and training pathways after high school
These events are perfect for students who are:
- Interested in healthcare, science, or helping others
- Unsure which health career might be the right fit
- Looking for real-world experiences to inform future decisions
These events are designed to be engaging and informative. They are perfect for students who want to see what a future in health could look like. Parents and guardians are encouraged to support students in registering.
Who Can Attend?
- High school students in North Central Wisconsin
- Students at any stage of career exploration, from just curious to strongly interested in healthcare
- High school students interested in bringing a group of students should contact tshmidt@nahec-wi.org
Spring/Summer 2026 Events
Explore multiple health career areas by attending more than one event:
Marshfield Clinic Hands-On Health Day
- Friday, March 13th in Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, WI
Rural Health Careers Day
- Monday, May 4th, Red Cedar Mayo Hospital in Menomonie, WI
Emergency Services Day
April 2026 TBD — Wausau
Additional event dates and locations will be added here as they are confirmed.
How to Apply
Click the Apply Here button below to view available events and secure your spot. Students may sign up for multiple Hands-On Health Days to explore a range of careers. Teachers/counselors interested in bringing a group of students, please contact Tyler Schmidt at tshmidt@nahec-wi.org. Space is limited, so apply now!
Questions? We’re Here to Help
If you have questions about Hands-On Health Days, event content, or registration, contact tshmidt@nahec-wi.org.
Hands-On Health Days are part of the North Central Wisconsin Area Health Education Center’s efforts to help students explore career pathways and prepare for future opportunities in health professions. Wisconsin AHEC supports health career learning across the state as part of a nationwide AHEC program to strengthen the healthcare workforce.