6. Associates
Bachelor
Masters
Doctorate
Types of Degrees

7. Certification Professional organization
assures individual is competent,promotes quality
provides professional recognition
(e.g.Board Certified MD, CRNP, CRNA)
Certification

8. Registration Regulatory body- consisting of professionals.
Gives an exam and maintains a list of individuals that have passed
(CLT, OT's, RT's, ATC)
Registration

9. Licensure Government regulated·
individuals are licensed or permitted to work in a state;
have to complete an accredited education program and a state exam.
e.g. PA's, RN's, LPN's, MD's, DMD's
Licensure

10. CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION and LICENSURE
Certification- Means that a person has fulfilled requirements of education and performance. They meet the standards set by the professional association or government agency certified medical assistant dental assistant Registration- required by some health careers. A professional association or state board administers and exam. They maintain a list of registered professionals registered dietitian registered respiratory therapist registered radiological technician

11. Process where government agencies authorize individuals to work in a given occupation. Careers requiring licensure can vary from state to state.
Need to complete CEU’s to maintain.
Complete an approved educational program
Pass a state bored test
Must maintain standards
Physicians
Physical therapist
Registered nurse
Licensed practical nurse
Licensure

12. Accreditation- must complete education from an approved site before registration or license will be granted.
Ensures program of study meets established quality
Meets established competencies
Prepares you for a health career
Two major accrediting programs for health care programs
CAAHEP-commission on accreditation of allied health education programs
ABHES-Accrediting bureau of health education schools.
You should make sure you are enrolled in an accredited program!!!!
Accreditation