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This Youth Apprentice Looks Forward to a Career in Physical Therapy

Kelsey Schaefer says being in the program helped her leadership skills.

Name: Kelsey Schaefer
School: Case High School, Grade 12
Program: Health Youth Apprenticeship

What was your favorite part of YA?
I liked being able to work in the health related field, and being able to make connections.

What are your plans for next year?
I am attending Winona State University in Minnesota. I plan to study in the Physical Therapy field, and one day become a Physical Therapist.

How has YA prepared you to be ready for a college or a career?
It helped me build my leadership skills, and my communication skills have improved greatly as well. It taught me how to manage my time better and also gave me a better understanding of the medical field.

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