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Find out what you should be doing for each year of high school to improve your chances of getting into the college of your choice and make the application process easier.

Overview

Introduction
Prepare for College Early
Plan a Career
Find the College That's Right for You
Take the Necessary Assessment Tests
Visit the Colleges of Your Choice
Discover Your Payment Options

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Frank GrayShield, M.P.H., holds a poster that commemorates the American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month observed in November 2001

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Meet a real Health Educator:

Frank GrayShield

"One of the reasons I took this position with NIH is because the projects could have a national impact and create positive change for all American Indian and Alaska Natives. "

Activities

Promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health by helping people and communities adopt healthy behaviors. Collect and analyze data to identify community needs before planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies, and environments.

Minimum Education Required

Master's Degree

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