Health Careers

The health industry will continue to expand, so consider public health inspector, hospital porter, chiropodist, aromatherapist and others as a future job.

Jul 31, 2008 - Paym Bergson

Investigate the many possibilities of working in the health Industry from being a dental hygienist, a medical office administrator, doing database management or training.

Jul 22, 2008 - Paym Bergson

Thinking of a career in nursing? Are you a nurse looking for a new job? Read on!

Feb 25, 2008 - Paym Bergson

Those intending to work as a CNA in Texas must attend a state-approved CNA Texas certification program before being allowed to sit for a CNA Texas license exam.

Feb 9, 2010 - David Harris-Gershon

A job as a travel nurse can be ideal for the registered nurse who wants to explore America, sharpen her skills and make a good hourly wage.

Feb 8, 2010 - Stacy Herlihy

Physical therapy is an industry with excellent career potential. Increasing growth, career flexibility, and high job satisfaction make physical therapy a great choice.

Feb 5, 2010 - Keith Cronin

It's devastating to get a medical school rejection letter. Here's how to move forward and decide whether to reapply.

Feb 4, 2010 - Kristie Leong

Qualified medical coders are highly sought after for employment in health care settings. Learn what the best options are for education in this growing field.

Feb 4, 2010 - Patricia Deneen

Some nurses are faced with the question of whether to seek a doctorate of nursing practice (DNP) or a doctorate of philosophy in nursing (Phd) as they advance in practice

Feb 2, 2010 - Marian Henderson

A career as a Licensed Practical Nurse can be extremely rewarding. Learn how to enter the field of nursing with less than two years of post-secondary academic education.

Feb 1, 2010 - Stacy Herlihy

How does a registered nurse with an associate's degree differ from a registered nurse with a bachelor's degree? Is one better than the other?

Jan 30, 2010 - Marian Henderson

In an article by Forbes magazine and a Fox news article, nursing is touted as a recession-proof profession; however new graduates from nursing schools beg to differ.

Jan 29, 2010 - Marian Henderson

Certified medical coders, also called medical records coders, are first step in preparing a bill for a patient that has had any type of medical procedure.

Jan 27, 2010 - Christina Jones

Medical coding is part of the growing health information field. Two groups are guideposts for prospective coders. Learn about the resources they offer.

Jan 25, 2010 - Patricia Deneen

Certified nursing assistant programs can cost thousands for tuition, but there are free CNA training options. Learn about certification and nurse aide license programs.

Jan 21, 2010 - Melanie Zoltan

There is always a shortage of jobs and a steadily rising rate of unemployment. A degree in medicine is always rewarding but being a doctor or nurse isn't for everyone.

Jan 19, 2010 - Melody Tang

To overcome the nursing shortage, educators, trainers, and employers need to introduce nursing recruits to the real world of bullying doctors, bed pans, blood, and pain

Dec 29, 2009 - John Anderson

Accelerated nursing programs are offered by colleges for nursing and are a unique form of university nursing program, designed for people with a non-nursing BA/BS.

Nov 1, 2009 - Melanie Zoltan

Good paying jobs are available in healthcare fields. College students and adults looking for a career change have options in the following medical specialties.

Oct 28, 2009 - Peggy Hazelwood

NCLEX review programs, books, and classes have flooded the market. With so many different choices in study and review, the testing candidate could use some good advice.

Oct 27, 2009 - Marian Henderson

Registered nurses and practical nurses must obtain a nursing license to earn their titles; basic information about the licensing test (NCLEX) follows.

Oct 23, 2009 - Marian Henderson

Understanding arterial blood gas readings or ABG's is challenging for some healthcare students; this article aids in understanding ABG's.

Oct 23, 2009 - Marian Henderson

Finding good alternative medicine schools means searching through an abundance of alternative medicine programs to find the right one.

Oct 10, 2009 - Laure Justice

The study of hearing, balance and related disorder is a career opportunity that is growing rapidly, yet remains largely untapped.

Sep 28, 2009 - Elizabeth Linehan

Becoming a nurse is a long process spanning several years. It includes preparing for admission into the nursing program, taking the NCLEX-RN exam, and finding a job.

Sep 27, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Becoming an MRI technician can be challenging, but proper preparation can ease the transition into this career.

Sep 23, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Writing as a career is increasing in popularity, and for those with scientific backgrounds, medical communications can be an interesting way to do this.

Sep 10, 2009 - Lindsay Napier

A radiologist education can open the door to a career with job stability and numerous opportunities for growth.

Aug 28, 2009 - Jennifer Graham