Question 1

Which of the following are entry points into health careers?

Accepted Answer

On-the-job training, completion of a postsecondary certificate educational program, and completion of a college degree educational program are all possible entry points into health careers.

Question 2

The goal of career exploration efforts is to find a career that provides satisfaction and an income.

Accepted Answer

The goal of career exploration efforts is to find a career that provides both personal satisfaction and financial stability.

Question 3

A role model is a person whom (someone aspires to be like),while a mentor is a (wise and loyal adviser.

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately defines the differences between a role model and a mentor.

Question 4

Community colleges,also known as four-year schools,award bachelor's and master's degrees and may also award certificates of completion for certain educational programs that do not lead to a college degree.

Accepted Answer

Community colleges are typically two-year schools that award associate degrees and certificates of completion. Four-year schools are also known as universities and they offer bachelor's and master's degrees.

Question 5

Which of the following criteria may be used by selection committees when making admission decisions for health care educational programs?

Accepted Answer

Selection committees for health care educational programs may use all three criteria - standardized entrance exam scores, personal health assessment and drug screen, and criminal history background check results - to make admission decisions. These criteria help ensure that students are academically prepared, physically able to participate in clinical activities, and free from any criminal history that may impact patient safety.

Question 6

A mentor has the education,work experience,and professional reputation that you want to achieve yourself.You can learn a lot from a mentor because he or she has already traveled down the road on which you are starting.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Which of the following questions should you ask during a job shadow or an informational interview?

Accepted Answer

During a job shadow or informational interview, it is appropriate to ask about the person's experience and their likes and dislikes about their job. However, questions about salary and benefits should be avoided as they are not relevant and may come off as rude or inappropriate.

Question 8

People who consider all the information they have researched and documented when making a decision are using which style of decision making?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive decision-making style involves the consideration of all available information and options before making a decision. This approach is analytical and relies on understanding and evaluating the information at hand.

Question 9

The purpose of informational interviewing is to find out what a typical day is like for someone who works in a particular occupation.The purpose of job shadowing is to learn more about an occupation or job by speaking with someone in the field and asking for their advice.

Accepted Answer

Informational interviewing is primarily for learning more about an occupation or job by speaking with someone in the field and asking for their advice, while job shadowing is to observe a professional on the job to understand a typical day in that occupation.

Question 10

Even if a school has not met the requirements for institutional accreditation,or has lost its accreditation,the credits that students earn at the school are still transferable to other schools which are accredited.

Accepted Answer

The transferability of credits is at the discretion of the receiving institution, and many accredited schools may not accept credits from schools that are not accredited or have lost their accreditation.

Question 11

Which of the following criteria are used by selection committees when making admission decisions for schools?

Accepted Answer

Selection committees typically use criteria related to academic achievement, extracurricular activities, personal qualities, and potentially factors such as diversity or special talents. The factors listed in choices A, B, and C are not commonly used or relevant to admission decisions.

Question 12

When researching labor projections,it is best to look at projections presented as actual numbers,because projections presented as percentages of growth can be misleading.

Accepted Answer

Percentages can be misleading because they do not provide information on the actual size of the growth. A small field could show a high percentage increase but still add relatively few jobs, while a larger field with a smaller percentage increase could add many more jobs. Actual numbers give a clearer picture of the scale of job growth.

Question 13

Which of the following questions should you ask when choosing a school?

Accepted Answer

All of the above questions should be considered when choosing a school. Accreditation status ensures that the school meets certain academic standards. Reputation gives an idea of how the school is regarded in the community. Admission requirements give an indication of the school's selectivity and academic rigor. Class size can affect the quality of education and student-teacher interaction. Therefore, it is important to consider all of these factors when choosing a school.

Question 14

Which of the following questions should you ask when choosing an educational program?

Accepted Answer

All of these questions are important to consider when choosing an educational program. The handling of clinical experience, program length and graduation rate, board exam pass rates, and job placement and retention rates can all impact the quality and effectiveness of the program in preparing you for the field.

Question 15

Which of the following are resources for career exploration?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are resources for career exploration. The Dictionary of Occupational Titles and the Occupational Outlook Handbook provide detailed information on career fields, Health care professional associations can offer insight into specific career paths, sites like CareerOneStop offer job search resources and career advice, and role models and mentors can provide guidance and inspiration.

Question 16

Which of the following questions should you ask when conducting occupational research?

Accepted Answer

When conducting occupational research, it is important to ask about job tasks, knowledge, skills, and abilities required (Option A), licensing, certification, and/or registration requirements (Option B), as well as opportunities for career advancement and professional development (Option C). Therefore, option D, "All of the above," is the correct answer.

Question 17

What is advanced placement?

Accepted Answer

Advanced Placement (AP) refers to high school courses that are more challenging and rigorous than regular courses. These courses are designed to prepare students for higher education, and if they pass the AP exam, they can earn college credit for the course.

Question 18

Education is acquiring knowledge and information while training is building skills.

Accepted Answer

Education usually involves learning theoretical concepts and gaining knowledge through reading, listening, and studying. On the other hand, training involves practical application of that knowledge and developing skills through hands-on experience and practice.

Question 19

Your network of supporters could include:

Accepted Answer

All of the above options can be part of someone's network of supporters. It's important to have a diverse group of people who can provide guidance, advice, and encouragement in different areas of your life. Parents, family members, and friends can offer emotional support, while mentors and role models can provide career guidance and inspiration. Supervisors and coworkers can offer professional support, and teachers, counselors, and school leaders can provide academic and personal support. Having a strong network of supporters can help you overcome challenges, pursue your goals, and navigate life's ups and downs.

Question 20

Labor trends are estimates of the number of positions that will need to be filled in the future,while labor projections are forces that impact employers,workers,and job seekers.

Accepted Answer

Labor trends refer to the patterns and changes in employment across industries over time, including factors that affect the job market, while labor projections are estimates of future employment levels and job openings based on current data and trends.

Quiz 12: Career Exploration and Preparation