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HCAP Personal Statement

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Before I chose the Healthcare Administration and Planning(HCAP) degree program I had committed myself to a major, at another university, that did not fuel my passion and or encouraged me to continue. I knew I needed to make a change. I decided to stop and refocus and find out what my purpose was. With experience in community and customer service I knew that I wanted to serve people and find a way that I could help others to live their best lives. I began by researching careers in which I could serve others and make a difference. That is how I found healthcare. For as long as I can remember, I have always sought to work in an industry that allowed me to help others. The HCAP program at Tennessee State University has filled me with a great …show more content…

I am also passionate about making sure that my work reaches all people regardless of income, gender, race, socioeconomic status, nationality, etc. I’m passionate about helping those in need and those that lack resources. I primarily seek to work with people in lower income communities and hopefully work on projects that could help rebuild and grow those same communities. Major topics and issues that interest me in education are women’s health, public health, and managed care. My purpose now is truly fueling my passion. Students often recognize the faculty members that assisted and encouraged us throughout our education. However, we often forget about the staff that assist us almost daily. Mrs. Debra McCauley, Administrative Assistant HAHS, has assisted me during my time in the HCAP program and I do not believe we as student show her our appreciation enough. Mrs. McCauley is always a present and pleasant face to see in the HCAP department. Mrs. McCauley makes it her business to her students informed and she works hard to complete tasks for all in a time

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