School

What does it all mean?

Secondary Education High School courses

which should include English, science, social studies, mathematics, and computers.

H.O.E. programs if available should be taken if interested in the medical profession

Types of education Associates degree –

2 years Bachelor’s degree- 4

years Master’s degree- 1-2

post bachelor Doctorate or doctoral

degree – 2 or more years past bachelor degree.

Certification A person has fulfilled

requirements of education and performance. They meet the standards and qualifications established by the professional association or government agency that regulates that profession.

Example: Dental Assistant

Registration Granted by a

regulatory body that administers examinations and maintains a current list of qualified personnel in a given health care area.

Example: Registered Dietician

Licensure A government agency

authorizes individuals to work in a given profession. Obtaining and retaining licensure usually requires a person complete an approved educational program, pass a state board test, and maintain certain standards.

Example: Registered Nurse

Education level, trends, and opportunities

Categorized into 4 levels

Professional Technologist or

therapist Technician Aide or assistant

Technician 2 yr degree, special

education and 3-4 yrs on the job training

Example Surgical Technician

Aide or Assistant

Specific number of hours of specialized education or one or more years of training combining classroom and/or on- the- job training

Example: Nurse assistant