Lethbridge WAITLIST Healthcare Career Exploration Days

This is the WAITLIST for the Lethbridge Healthcare Career Exploration event.

Fill out this form if you would like to be contacted if a spot becomes available for this event. 

If a spot becomes available, we will contact you with more information on attending this event.

Location: Chinook Regional Hospital and Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services, Lethbridge

Transportation Details:
Participants will need to arrange their own transportation between sites. On August 6, 2026, you will require transportation from Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services, Station 4 (North Side) to Chinook Regional Hospital at approximately 12:30 pm (after lunch). Day 2 will be entirely at the Chinook Regional Hospital.

What’s Included:
- Lunch and snacks
- Exclusive swag for each attendee

Who Can Register:
Students entering grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 who are interested in exploring a wide range of healthcare careers. Whether your interests are in medicine, nursing, allied health, technology, or administration, this event offers an opportunity to discover the diverse career options available within the Alberta healthcare system.

Cost: $80 per person
This fee covers meals, snacks, and swag for each participant.

If cost is a barrier to your participation, please contact us at youth.careers@hssab.ca  to apply for sponsorship.

There is no fee for self-identified Indigenous youth.

Important Information:
- Space is limited. Registration will close once capacity is reached.
- Some sessions may include medical images or scenarios that could be graphic or sensitive for some participants.

For questions or further information, please contact youth.careers@hssab.ca  

In the spirit of Reconciliation and in response to the Calls to Action, we are pleased to waive registration fees for Indigenous students. Registration includes lunch, snacks, and exclusive swag for each participant to take home. We look forward to welcoming Indigenous students to this enriching experience.

Food Requirements and Allergies

To help us ensure everyone’s safety and comfort during the Healthcare Career Exploration Days, please list any allergies, dietary restrictions, or food preferences you (the participant) have in the space below.

This includes:

• Food-related allergies
• Allergies to medications or medical equipment
• Dietary preferences or religious-based requirements

Your health and well-being are very important to us, and providing this information allows us to accommodate your needs effectively.

Examples of what to include:

• If you follow a Halal diet, please indicate “Halal.”
• If you are lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy, please note “Lactose intolerant” or “Allergic to dairy.”
• If you do not eat pork, please write “No pork.”
• If you follow a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free diet, please list it here.
• Any other allergies, dietary restrictions, or preferences — please specify.

Meal Details:

We are currently planning to serve pizza for lunch on Day 1 and barbecued hot dogs on Day 2. If you have concerns about these options or require an alternative, please indicate that in the space provided below.

Your health, safety, and comfort are our top priorities. If you need any special accommodations or have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for your WAITLIST submission!

Please note:

• This experience falls under the Health Shared Services Job Shadow Policy and will adhere to its requirements.
• Participants must:
  • Adhere to all hospital site requirements.
  • Complete the required tasks included in the confirmation email, which may consist of:
    • Watching the Information & Privacy and IT Security & Awareness video.
    • Completing the online learning module.
    • Submitting the signed Confidentiality and User Agreement found on the last page of the module before the scheduled day.
    • Complete the AHS Media Release form.
    • Complete the Lethbridge Fire and EMS form. 
  • It is strongly recommended for participants to have the following vaccinations and/or immunizations: Chicken Pox (varicella), Hepatitis B, Influenza, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Polio, Tetanus Diphtheria and Whooping Cough (Pertussis). Proof of other immunization/immunity may be required, subject to unit-specific requirements.
• Many of our facilities and units are scent-free environments. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, or other scented products.
• Wear closed-toed shoes comfortable for long periods.

During your experience you may find yourself in contact with diagnosed and undiagnosed vaccine preventable infections. If you are vaccinated, you are less likely to contract and spread the diseases you encounter.