Careers in Health Care (pt. 1)

Secondary health science education (HSE) programs can prepare students for immediate employment or for additional education after graduation.

An associate’s degree is awarded by a college or university after a prescribed course of study that usually lasts four or more years.

A degree awarded by a college or university after a prescribed course of study that usually lasts four or more years is a/an ____.

A master’s degree is awarded by a college or university after completion of one or more years of a prescribed course of study beyond a bachelor’s degree.

Certification means that a person has fulfilled requirements of education and performance and meets the standards established by the professional association or government agency that regulates a particular career.

An associate’s degree is required for an aide or assistant level of training.

Examples of registered positions include registered dietitians and registered nurses.

A process by which a government agency authorizes individuals to work in a given occupation after the person has completed an approved education program and passed a state board test is ____.