Health Care Careers Flashcards Chapter 3

Questions and Answers

What is an Associates Degree?

A degree for high school completion

An undergraduate degree lasting four years

A graduate degree

An undergraduate degree lasting two years (correct)

What is a Bachelors Degree?

An undergraduate degree lasting two years

A degree for vocational training

An undergraduate degree lasting four or more years (correct)

A graduate degree

What is a Masters Degree?

An academic degree after two years of study

An academic degree after three years of study

An academic degree awarded after one year more than a Bachelors (correct)

A certification in a specialized field

What is the purpose of Certification in health care?

To issue a statement that fulfills educational requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is Licensure?

Authorization to work in a given occupation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Registration in health care?

To administer examinations and maintain a list of qualified personnel Signup and view all the answers

What do CEUs require a health care worker to do?

Renew licenses or maintain certification or registration Signup and view all the answers

What is a Technician in health care?

A worker proficient in relevant skills and techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is a Technologist?

A specialist in technology Signup and view all the answers

Who are multicomponent or multi-skilled workers?

Health care workers trained to perform selected nursing and allied health skills Signup and view all the answers

Why do smaller facilities hire multi-skilled workers?

Because they cannot afford to hire specialists for everything Signup and view all the answers

What is an Entrepreneur?

A person who organizes and manages their own business Signup and view all the answers

What are some characteristics of an Entrepreneur?

Well motivated, self-confident, responsible, creative, and independent Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Academic Degrees in Health Care

Associates Degree: An academic credential granted after completing a two-year program at community colleges or technical schools, laying foundational knowledge for various health care roles.
Bachelors Degree: Awarded upon completion of a four-year (or more) program, this degree signifies a deeper level of expertise and is often required for advanced positions in health care.
Masters Degree: Represents an advanced level of study, demanding one additional year beyond a bachelor's degree, and focuses on mastery within a specialized field or professional practice.

Health Care Credentials

Certification: A recognition issued by a professional association or government entity confirming that an individual has met education and performance requirements for a specific health care career.
Licensure: A formal approval from a governmental authority permitting individuals to practice in certain professions, contingent upon completing an accredited education program and passing a state examination.
Registration: Involves examinations administered by a regulatory body to maintain an official list of qualified health care professionals, ensuring ongoing adherence to standards.

Continuing Education

CEUs (Continuing Education Units): Required for health care workers to renew licenses or maintain certifications and registrations in many states, emphasizing the need for lifelong learning in the profession.

Roles and Specializations

Technician: An individual skilled in practical applications of technology within health care, possessing a solid understanding of relevant theoretical concepts.
Technologist: A specialized professional in technology, often engaging in more advanced tasks than a technician.

Workforce Trends

Multicomponent or Multi-skilled Workers: Health care personnel with a foundational education level equivalent to a nurse assistant, trained to perform a mix of nursing and allied health skills under a registered nurse's supervision.
Rural Health Care Employment: Smaller facilities and rural regions often hire multi-skilled workers due to budget constraints that prevent the hiring of numerous specialists, allowing them to perform various health care functions.

Entrepreneurial Aspects

Entrepreneur: An individual responsible for organizing and running their own health care business, showcasing innovation and resourcefulness.
Characteristics of Successful Entrepreneurs: Key traits include high motivation, self-confidence, a sense of responsibility, creativity, and independence, essential for thriving in the health care business landscape.

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Explore essential terms related to careers in health care with these flashcards from Chapter 3. Test your knowledge of different academic degrees and their significance in the health care field. Perfect for students aspiring to enter various health care professions.