I have been thinking a lot with what I want to do in life. I have always wanted to help people mentally but didn't want to become a high paid therapist or conselor. I have thought of working in a hospital or clinic and aiding those with cancer, aids, diseases etc. I want to make them feel better about the situation and want them to know that I am here and listening.

What my question is, is what is that field called? What sort of degree would I need to get in order to do that?

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Wonderful path to choose.Good Luck!

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OCCinfo - Mental Health Aide (http://www.alis.gov.ab.ca/occinfo/Content/RequestAction.asp?aspAction=GetHTMLProfile&format=html&OCCPRO_ID=71001898)

Thank you so much!