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2. Career Decision Making
Abilities
Competence in an activity or occupation because of one’s skill, training, or other qualifications
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3. Career Decision Making
Interests
Something that concerns, involves, draws the attention of, or arouses the curiosity of a person
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4. Career Decision Making
Values
Relative worth, merit, or importance. The ideals imparted by society and have an affective regard – either positive or negative
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5. Levels of Education Associate’s degree Undergraduate degree
Awarded at community colleges, junior colleges and some four-year colleges
Course of study usually
lasts two years
Nursing Degree LPN/RN
Respiratory Therapy
Radiologic Technology

6. Levels of Education Bachelor’s degree Undergraduate degree
Course of study usually lasts four years
Nursing Degree
Physical Therapy
Radiology

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Levels of Education
Master’s degree
Graduate degree
1-6 years beyond/post Bachelor’s degree
Structure differs with the university
Specialized, specific area
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8. Levels of Education Doctorate degree
Highest level of study or research
Usually takes one to two years to complete after Master’s degree
Ph.D – Research Oriented Doctorate
Professional Doctorate – Application Oriented Doctorate
Some require an additional four to six years.
Medical Doctor – M.D.
Qualifies the holder to practice a specific profession

9. Credentialing Certification
Meeting the requirements of education and/or performance of standards set by an organization (healthcare organization)
Non-governmental agency grants recognition to individual who has met qualifications and standardized criteria
The person holding a certification is certified
Voluntary

10. Credentialing Licensure
Government agency authorizes individuals to work in a given occupation. Person must pass a state or national mandated Board Exam and maintain certain standards. (healthcare standards)
Government issues license and allows you to practice a profession
The person holds a license
Involuntary; required by law

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Credentialing
Registration
A regulatory body in a given health care area administers examinations and/or maintains a list of qualified personnel.
The person is registered.
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12. Health Science Career Cluster Pathways
Diagnostic Services
Therapeutic Services
Health Informatics
Support Services
Biotechnology Research and Development
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Diagnostic Services
Diagnostic services personnel create a picture of the health status of the patient and other clients at a single point in time.
Diagnosing Disease
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Therapeutic Services
Therapeutic services personnel are involved in changing the health status of the patient and other clients over a period of time.
Treating disease
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Health Informatics
Health informatics personnel document the patient’s care.
Management and use of patient healthcare information.
Health Information Technology
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Support Services
Support services personnel create a therapeutic environment for providing patient care.
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21. Biotechnology Research and Development
Biotechnology research and development personnel are involved in bioscience research and development that applies to human and animal health and the environment.
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22. Career Clusters Healthcare
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24. Professional Employment Standards
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25. Professional Appearance
Professional appearance creates a positive impression and fosters professionalism.
Clothing and uniform
Personal hygiene
Hair and jewelry
Other
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26. Professional Appearance
Neat, clean, wrinkle free
Be careful of HOW you dress
Name badge in site
Closed toe, supportive shoes
Uniform/Clothing
Avoid strong perfumes
Good oral hygiene
Control body odors
Short, clean natural nails
Personal Hygiene
Long hair must be pulled back
Jewelry limited to watch and stud earrings
One ring per finger
Hair and Jewelry
Other
Avoid excessive makeup
Cover tattoos

27. Professional CHARACTERISTICS
Being able to identify with and understand another person’s feelings or situations
Empathy
Honesty
Truthfulness and Integrity
Tolerant and understanding; able to deal with frustrations
Patience
Reliable and prompt; can be counted on
Dependability

28. Professional CHARACTERISTICS
Lifelong learner; adaptable
Willingness To Learn
Learn from feedback; constructive criticism
Acceptance of Criticism
Enthusiasm
Positive attitude and enjoy work
Self-Motivation
Self-initiative; ability to begin or follow through with task

29. Professional CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to say or do the kindest thing in a difficult situation
Tact
Qualified and capable of performing a task
Competence
Willing to be held accountable for actions
Responsibility
Discretion
Using good judgement in what you say or do

30. Professional CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to work well with others; doing your part to provide quality patient care
Team Player

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Job Seeking
Explore job sources
Identify places of employment
Complete
cover letter
resume
application
interview
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32. Job Seeking Explore job sources
Newspaper ads
Friends and relatives
Job fairs
School counselors
Employment agencies
Internet
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33. Job Seeking Identify places of employment
Hospital
Private clinic
Home health agency
Traveling agency
School/University
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Job Seeking
Complete:
Cover Letter
Resume’
Application
Interview
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Job Seeking
Cover Letter
Letter of introduction
Usually accompanied by other employment documents
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36. Job Seeking Cover Letter Guidelines
Typed on good quality paper
Use correct spelling and grammar
Include:
purpose of the letter
interest in the position
qualifications for position
contact information
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Job Seeking
Resume’
Documents background and skills
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38. Job Seeking Resume’ Guidelines
To include:
personal identifying
information
career objective
Education
One page in length
skills
accomplishments
work experience
references
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Job Seeking
Application
Form or collection of forms provided to a potential employer indicating interests and qualifications for employment
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40. Job Seeking Application Guidelines
Read the directions before you write
Print neatly or type
Use correct spelling and punctuation
Use a black pen, if hand written
Fill out each item neatly and completely
Be sure all information is correct and truthful
Proofread the completed application
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Job Seeking
Interview
Conversation where questions are asked by the interviewer to get information about the person being interviewed
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42. Job Seeking Interview Guidelines
Have all necessary information
Social Security number
References contact information
Dress appropriately
Be prepared for questions
Understand interview do’s and don'ts
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43. Job Seeking Interview Guidelines
Do:
be on time – even early
be prepared for difficult questions
ask questions about the position/facility
send a follow up “Thank You” note
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44. Job Seeking Interview Guidelines
Don’t:
answer discriminatory questions
take a cell phone into the interview
chew gum during interview
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45. Professional Attributes
Job Keeping:
Professional Attributes
Report to work on time
Be prepared to work when you arrive
Promote a positive attitude
Be efficient and willing to learn
Practice teamwork
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46. Job Keeping: Professional Development
Purpose:
Commitment to profession
Leadership
Life long learning
Research
Scope of practice guidelines
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47. Job Keeping: Professional Development
Professional development is achieved through:
Continuing education courses
Mentors
Professional journals
Professional organizations
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