HTR Unit E

A document issued by an association that means a person has fulfilled requirements to practice a career such as dental assistant is a:

• license.

• certificate.

• credit.

• registry.

Donald wants to work with animals, but does not want to go to college. What veterinary career should he consider?

• Veterinarian

• Veterinary assistant

• Veterinary technician

• Veterinary technologist

What educational requirement must Devon complete to work as a phlebotomist at a local medical office?

• Bachelor’s degree

• Associate degree

• 10 – 20 hour certification

• 2 hour class

What kind of degree does Forsyth Community College usually award?

• Associate’s degree

• Bachelor’s degree

• Master’s degree

• Doctoral degree

What do doctors, registered nurses, and physical therapists have that permits them to legally practice their profession?

• License

• Certificate

• Registration

• Diploma

Most health care workers at the therapist level have a minimum of a/an:

• Associate degree.

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Master’s degree.

• Doctoral degree.

How long does it take to become a pharmacist?

• Less than a year.

• 1– 2 years

• 3 – 4 years

• 5 – 6 years

Why is it important to make sure the degree program one attends at the college level is accredited?

• So financial aid can be used by the student at that school.

• Because it is illegal for a college to offer a program that is not accredited.

• To ensure any graduate from that program will pass the licensure exam.

• The student must graduate from an accredited program before taking a licensure exam.

How many years does it usually take to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree?

• 1

• 3

• 6

• 9

Why would a health professional want to earn continuing education units?

• To qualify for a higher salary

• To qualify for a more challenging position

• They are a status symbol for health care workers.

• They are required to renew most medical licenses.