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Introduction to the Health Professions

Introduction to the Health Professions. Objectives. 4.31 Discuss levels of education, credentialing requirements, and employment trends in healthcare. Educational Requirements. Most entry-level jobs in healthcare require a high school diploma.

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Introduction to the Health Professions

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  1. Introduction to the Health Professions

  2. Objectives • 4.31 Discuss levels of education, credentialing requirements, and employment trends in healthcare.

  3. Educational Requirements • Most entry-level jobs in healthcare require a high school diploma. • Some award a diploma or certificate < 1 yr, at technical schools or healthcare facilities. • Most healthcare professions require postsecondary (college) programs.

  4. College Degrees • Associate’s degree – usually 2 years. • Bachelor’s degree – usually 4 years. • Master’s degree – usually 6 years. • Doctorate (doctoral degree) – approximately 8 years total, or 3-6 years after Bachelor’s

  5. Career Levels • Professional = 4+ years college with bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree • Technologist or therapist = Usually bachelor’s degree, sometimes longer • Technician = Usually 2 yr associate’s degree • Aide or Assistant = Usually 1 yr or less

  6. Credentialing • Methods to prove competence in the health professions. • Designed to protect the consumer and health care providers. • Usually mandated by government agency, professional association or state board.

  7. Certification • Usually issued by professional association or government agency. • Means that person has fulfilled requirements of education and performance. • Examples: • Certified dental assistant (CDA) • Certified medical assistant (CMA) • Certified nursing assistant (CNA)

  8. Registration • Required in some health careers. • Regulatory body administers exam and maintains a list (registry). • Examples: • Registered dietician (RD) • Registered respiratory therapist (RRT) • Registered radiologic technologist (RT)

  9. Licensure • Government agency authorizes individuals to work in an occupation. • Varies from state to state. • Must complete approved program, pass state board, and maintain certain standards. • Examples: Physician, dentist, physical therapist, registered nurse, LPN/LVN.

  10. Employment Trends • The healthcare industry is one of the “healthiest” in terms of employment trends. • 10% of all jobs in America are in health care. • Go to the Bureau of Labor Statistics website for current employment data at www.bls.gov

  11. Entrepreneurship • Entrepreneurship is usually the process of creating a new business. • Entrepreneurs: • Are risk-takers • Innovative • Confident • Multi-skilled • Totally committed • Results oriented • Visionary orient

  12. Healthcare Examples • Opening a pharmacy. • Opening a medical or dental practice. • Starting a healthcare staffing agency. • Starting a Nutrition consulting business • Personal trainers and health advisors.

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