The following links provide information about biology-related careers. These links pertain to the careers described in each of the ten units of Prentice Hall Biology.

Unit 1

Careers in Forensic Science
Forensic science is the application of science to crime investigation and other legal questions. Use this site developed by Discovery Communications Inc. to learn more about the work of a forensic scientist and to find out the training you need to enter this field.
Chapter 2 Forensic Scientist

Unit 2

Careers in Forestry
Would you like to work with trees? This site from the U.S. Department of Labor tells you essential information useful if you are considering a career in forestry. You'll find out about the nature of the work, the variety of careers available, training needed, salary, and related occupations.
Chapter 4 Forestry Technician

Unit 3

Careers in Medical Laboratory Technology
A good histotechnologist is a problem solver. Most histotechnologists work in hospitals or medical research laboratories. When a surgeon sends a tissue sample to the hospital laboratory during surgery, the histotechnologist must work quickly to prepare the tissue for examination with the microscope, often while the surgery is still in progress. This Web site, developed by the American Society for Clinical Pathology, describes the work of several careers in medical laboratory technology. Through this site you can learn about the nature of the career and the educational requirements.
Chapter 7 Histotechnologist

Unit 4

Careers in Genetics
This site, developed by the American Society of Human Genetics, provides an introduction to careers in genetics, as well as profiles of several scientists working in the field. Through this site you learn about aspects of genetic research and find out why each of the scientists profiled pursued a career in genetics. It is fascinating reading!
Chapter 14 Geneticist

Unit 5

A Career in Paleontology
Scientists who find new fossils and fossil preparers, who extract fossils from rock and soil and preserve them for study, are some of the people who work in the field of paleontology. This site, from the Dinosaur Mailing List, provides several points of view about how best to prepare for a career in paleontology.
Chapter 17 Fossil Preparer

Unit 6

Epidemiology and International Health
Epidemiologists work to understand and improve conditions that affect public health. Most epidemiologists have completed a four-year college degree and a two-year master's degree. This site, which was developed by students for ThinkQuest, provides information on becoming an epidemiologist, including duties and responsibilities, educational requirements, average salary, and sources of additional information.
Chapter 19 Epidemiologist

Unit 7

American Society of Botanical Artists
Do you have a talent for drawing? Have you ever considered becoming a botanical illustrator? This Web site, developed by the American Society of Botanical Artists, provides information and links of interest to anyone thinking of pursuing a career as a botanical artist.
Chapter 22 Botanical Illustrator

Unit 8

Careers in Food Inspection
A meat inspector has a very responsible position because he or she helps to assure that the food that reaches consumers is safe to eat. The site, developed by the Ontario Cattlemen's Association, describes the work and educational requirements of a meat inspector.
Chapter 27 Meat Inspector

Unit 9

Careers in Veterinary Medicine
A professional known as a veterinary technician often assists veterinarians. If you have a love of animals, you may want to think about becoming a member of the team that works with a veterinarian. This site, developed by the American Veterinary Medical Association, describes the duties and responsibilities of a veterinary technician, as well as educational requirements, salary, and other basic information.
Chapter 33 Veterinary Technician

Unit 10

Health Careers
Are you interested in health and medicine? One of your options is a career as a respiratory care practitioner. If you want to find out more about this career opportunity, visit this Web site developed by Advocate Health Care. The site gives an overview of the work environment, duties and responsibilities, and salary of a person entering this field.
Chapter 37 Respiratory Care Practitioner