Notes – Health Careers Test
It is important for students to obtain information pertinent to an
individual state when checking requirements for health care
careers. T
Licensure is a process by which a government agency authorizes
individuals to work in a given occupation. T
Someone who codes medical records and documents would be an
example of a career in the Health Informatics Pathway. T
Biotechnology career workers need a strong foundation in math
and science principles. T
A common trend in health care is the multi-competent or
multiskilled worker because of small facilities and rural areas
often cannot afford to hire a specialist F
Support services cluster standards of the NHCSS specify the
knowledge and skills required of health care workers who
document client care. F
Secondary health science technology education (HSTE) programs
can prepare a student for immediate employment or for
additional education after graduation
Training for a technologist usually requires a two-year associate
degree or three to four years on-the-job training. F
When a health professional received a certificate it means the
person has fulfilled required education and performance and has
met the standards and qualifications established by the
professional association or agency that regulates that particular
career. F
Pharmacists, dietitians, and nurses are examples of workers in
health care careers in the diagnostic services cluster. F
Certified Nursing Assistant, Chiropractor, and Massage therapist
are examples of workers in health care careers in the support
Services cluster. F
A common trend in health care is the multi-competent or
multiskilled worker because of small facilities and rural areas
often cannot afford to hire a specialist. F
Biotechnology career workers need a strong foundation in math
and science principles. T
For most health care careers, graduation from an accredited
program is required before certification, registration, and/or
licensure will be granted. T
Continuing education units (CEUs) are required for all health care
careers. F
National Health Care Skill Standards (NHCSS) specify the
professional regulations that must be followed in health care
careers. F
Pharmacists, dietitians, and nurses are examples of workers in
health care careers in the diagnostic services cluster. F
Licensure is a process by which a government agency authorizes
individuals to work in a given occupation. T
It is important for students to obtain information pertinent to an
individual state when checking requirements for health care
careers. T
Continuing Education Units are required to renew licenses or
maintain certification or registration in almost every state. F
Certified Nursing Assistant, Chiropractor, and Massage therapist
are examples of workers in health care careers in the support
Services cluster. F
A master's degree usually requires four or more years of work
beyond a bachelor's degree. F
Someone who codes medical records and documents would be an
example of a career in the Health Informatics Pathway.
The highest level of training for someone in a health career is a
Doctorate which requires an additional eight years of study. F
Receiving a licensure usually requires a person to complete an
approved educational program, pass a state board test, and
maintain certain standards. T
The professional career level requires at least two years or more
of college with bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree. F
The professional career level requires at least two years or more
of college with bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree. T
National Health Care Skill Standards (NHCSS) specify the
professional regulations that must be followed in health care
careers. F
Someone who wants to work in the Diagnostic Services should
have knowledge and skills involved in bioscience research and
development. T
For most health care careers, graduation from an accredited
program is required before certification, registration, and/or
licensure will be granted. T
Licensure is a process by which a government agency authorizes
individuals to work in a given occupation. T
A common trend in health care is the multi-competent or
multiskilled worker because of small facilities and rural areas
often cannot afford to hire a specialist F
Training for a technologist usually requires a two-year associate
degree or three to four years on-the-job training. F
When a health professional received a certificate it means the
person has fulfilled required education and performance and has
met the standards and qualifications established by the
professional association or agency that regulates that particular
career. F
Continuing Education Units are required to renew licenses or
maintain certification or registration in almost every state. f
Someone who wants to work in the Diagnostic Services should
have knowledge and skills involved in bioscience research and
development. T
Receiving a licensure usually requires a person to complete an
approved educational program, pass a state board test, and
maintain certain standards. T
Abbreviations:
1. Doctor of Medicine, MD
2. Doctor of Dental Surgery, DDS
3. Occupational Therapist, OT
4. Certified Medical Assistant, CMA
5. Veterinarian, DVM / VMD
6. Optometrist, OP
7. Emergency Medical Technician, EMT
8. Nurse Midwife, CNM
9. Certified Laboratory Technician, CLT
10. Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist, CMT
11. Veterinary Technician, VTR
12. Physical Therapist, PT
13. Doctor of Osteopathy, DO
14. Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
15. Electrocardiograph Technician, ECG
1. Dental specialist for diseases of the gums, bone, and
structures supporting the teeth = Periodontist
2. Dental specialist for alignment of the teeth = Orthodontist
3. Identify and track diseases as they occur in a group of people
= Epidemiologist
4. Make and repair a variety of dental appliances = Dental
laboratory technician
5. Operate machine to record electrical impulses of the heart =
Electrocardiograph technician
6. Operates machine to record electrical activities in the brain =
Electroencephalographic technologist
7. Study tissues, fluids and cells under supervision of pathologist
= Medical laboratory technologist
8. Organize and code patient records, gather statistical data =
Health information technician
9. Study human behavior, help individuals deal with problems of
living = Psychologist
10. Operate heart-lung machines = Perfusionist