ARMC Hosts “Take Your Child to Work Day”

SAN BERNARDINO >> Arrowhead Regional Medical Center hosted “Take Your Child to Work Day” July 30, providing an interactive learning experience. Children and youth were welcomed to the hospital to learn about the work their parents do at the hospital and to gain an understanding of the various career options in the healthcare field and what they entail. Children learned about a variety of job roles at the hospital, from the front lines to behind the scenes, including those of physicians, nurses, IT staff, security, finance, laboratory technicians and others. They also participated in a hands-on learning experience of some job functions, which were followed by break-out sessions with tours of the facility and a presentation on healthcare ethics. Upon concluding the group sessions, children joined their parents at their work spaces, regulations permitting. “This was an excellent opportunity to bring the children of our employees for a day of learning while having fun,” said William Gilbert, Hospital Director for ARMC. “Such work-based learning experiences are a great way to expose young people to new ideas and career possibilities in a health care setting, while also providing insight on what their parents actually do during their day at work.” In support of the County of San Bernardino Community Cradle to Career program, ARMC is committed to partnering with all sectors of the community to support the success of every child for academic and career readiness, as well as for personal and social success.