Allied Health career guide
The technical and diagnostic roles that keep patient care moving, and how to get into them.
What it covers
Allied health professionals run imaging studies, work in the lab, assist in surgery, prepare medications and support treatment, working alongside nurses and physicians.
Common specialties
Typical work settings
- Hospitals
- Imaging centers
- Clinical laboratories
- Surgery centers
- Outpatient clinics
- Pharmacies
How to start
- Pick a role and look up the education it requires. Many roles need a certificate or degree from an accredited program.
- Check whether your state licenses or registers the role, since the rules differ by role and state.
- Earn the credential employers in your field ask for.
- Search jobs by role and compare pay by specialty.
Requirements vary by state and role, so confirm the details with your state's licensing board or the certifying organization.