Surgical Technologists
Job opportunities will be best for technologists who are certified. Training programs last 9 to 24 months and lead to a certificate, diploma, or associate degree. Hospitals will continue to be the primary employer, although much faster employment ... [... more]
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Occupational Therapist Assistants and Aides
Occupational therapist assistants generally must complete an associate degree or a certificate program; in contrast, occupational therapist aides usually receive most of their training on the job. Employment is projected to grow much faster than ... [... more]
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Dietitians and Nutritionists
Most jobs are in hospitals, nursing care facilities, outpatient care centers, and offices of physicians or other health practitioners. Dietitians and nutritionists need at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, food service ... [... more]
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Dental Hygienists
A degree from an accredited dental hygiene school and a State license are required for this job. Dental hygienists rank among the fastest growing occupations. More than half work part time, and flexible scheduling is a distinctive feature of this ... [... more]
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Veterinarians
Veterinarians should have an affinity for animals and the ability to get along with their owners. Graduation from an accredited college of veterinary medicine and a State license are required. Competition for admission to veterinary school is ... [... more]
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Dentists
Dentists usually complete at least 8 years of education beyond high school. Average employment growth will generate some job openings, but most openings will result from the need to replace the large number of dentists expected to ... [... more]
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Recreational Therapists
Recreational therapists will experience competition for jobs. A bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation is the usual requirement for entry-level positions. Recreational therapists should be comfortable working with persons who are ill or who ... [... more]
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Physician Assistants
Physician assistant programs usually last at least 2 years; admission requirements vary by program, but many require at least 2 years of college and some health care experience. All States require physician assistants to complete an accredited ... [... more]
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Optometrists
To be licensed, optometrists must earn a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited optometry school and pass the appropriate exams administered by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. Employment is expected to grow as fast as average ... [... more]
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Occupational Safety and Health Definitions
An injury or illness is considered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to be Significant work related injuries or illnesses that are diagnosed by a physician or other licensed health care professional. These include any work ... [... more]
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Pharmacists
Earnings are high, but some pharmacists are required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Pharmacists are becoming more involved in counseling patients and planning drug therapy programs. A license is required; the prospective pharmacist must ... [... more]
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Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities
Pipeline Industries and Fires and Explosions in All Industries The 2007 rate of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses requiring days away from work was 122 per 10,000 full-time workers, 4 percent below 2006. The key measure of ... [... more]
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