Student Success Statement

"Man's rise or fall, success or failure, happiness or unhappiness depends on his attitude... a man's attitute will create the situation he imagines."

James Allen

I think this quote means that a great life is on our own decisions because depending on how we react to different situations is how we decide our future. Nobody can think for us or choose for us, therefore what we get is the result of our actions. I like this quote because it exposes a good point that not everybody notice, most of the young people follow their parents steps and that is not going to get them anywhere, they have to create their own path. Our happiness depends on us and nobody else. I would like to encourage people to follow their dreams and do not become victims of the "what is people going to say if I do it?" You do not have to care about other's reactions to what you do, you have to feel it on your heart. Your decisions will determine you success or failure.

Epidemiologist

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Duties and responsibilities:

Epidemiologists study the frequency and distribution of diseases whitin human populations and environments. Specifically, they measure the incidence of disease occurrence and relate it to different characteristics of populations and environments. Epidemiologists perform research, education, and public health practice in universities, government agencies, international organizations, and private corporations. Epidemiologists often:

Work on developing or refining methods of measuring and evaluating disease occurrence.

Develop and recommend public health policy.

Study or research chronic diseases, infectious diseases, disease outbreaks, injuries occupations, and environment.

Average Salary:$30,000-$50,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take the most challenging high school courses(including AP or IB coutses) available in science, math, and English.

Epidemiologists have, as minimum, master's degrees in public health. Undergraduate requirements for admissions into public graduate programs vary by schools but usually include strong backgrounds in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and or statistics.

Environmental health specialist

Duties and responsibilities:
Environmental health specialist should respond to walk-in and telephone complaints and requests for information on regulations, procedures, systems and precedents relating to an assigned program. They also collect random samples of water, soil, waste, food and animals suspected of contamination for processing and assessment. Another thing they do is that they teach educational presentations on food-safety and other regulated topics. Testify in judicial and semi judicial proceedings and hearings Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Average Yearly Salary: $49,379.20 - $76,273.60

Education: 
Students must:

• Know how to use computer applications that relate to the job including but not exclusive to Microsoft Windows, Word, Office, Excel, Internet and E-Mail applications, and other modern office procedures.
• Know the general principles of biological, physical and chemical sciences used in environmental health and safety.
• Know the general principles and application of microbiology as it relates to food-safety and disease transmission.
• Know the general principles and application of chemistry as it relates to different materials.
• Know the principles and procedures of record keeping 
• Have an appropiate use of English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

I dont want to be an environmental health specialist because i think they have too much pressure. They are a good role model because they help people. I like this career but i preffer dentist.

Emergency medical technician

Duties and responsibilities: Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B) respond to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured, and to transport the patient to a medical facility. After receiving the call from the dispatcher, the EMT-B drives the ambulance to address or location given using the most expeditious route, depending on traffic and weather conditions. The EMT-B must observe traffic ordinances and regulations concerning emergency vehicle operation.

The EMT-B:

• Functions in uncommon situations.
• Has a basic understanding of stress response and methods to ensure personal well-being.
• Has an understanding of body substance isolation.
• Understands basic medical-legal principles.
• Functions within the scope of care as defined by state, regional and local regulatory agencies.
• Complies with regulations on the handling of the deceased, notifies authorities and arranges for protection of property and evidence at the scene.

Average Salary:  $23,830-$40,421

Education:

Students must have:

• Completion of a college-level English course (English A or English 1)
• Completion of a college-level Anatomy and Physiology course
• Completion of an EMT Preparation Course
• Completion of a Medical Terminology Course

I don't want to be an Emergency Medical Technician, but i think it is actually a good job because the salary is good and if you like the proffesion you would have fun. I am absolutely sure that i want to be a dentist and that is why i wont choose this proffesion.

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Electroneurodiagnostic technologist

Duties and responsibilities:
Electroneurodiagnostic technologist use electronic graphs to determine if patients are suffering from a central nervous system condition or disease like epilepsy, tumors, stroke, or trauma. The graphs are records of the brain's electrical activity.
Electroneurodiagnostic technologists usually work in hospitals,laboratories, or physicians' offices. They:

• Prepare medical records.
• Apply electrodes and select instrument settings.
• Perform electroneurodiagnostic tests.
• Adjust and mantain their equipment.
• Record test results.
• Identify patient abnormalities.

Average Salary: $20,000-$35,000

Educational requirements:
Electroneurodiagnostic technologists must have a high school diploma and some courses in computer technology before beginning specialized trainig.

Electroneurodiagnostic training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases in hospitals. Training takes one year and is followed by another year of supervised experience. Before beginning practice electroneurodiagnostic technologists must pass written and oral examinations.

I don't want to be an electroneurotechnologist when i grow up because i am sure that i want to be a dentist.

Electrocardiograph technician

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Duties and responsibilities:

Electrocardiograph (ECG or EKG) technicians usually work under the supervision of cardiologists in hospital, doctor’s offices, clinics, or bedside. They operate electrocardiogram equipment to monitor patients’ heart problems. They:

• Connect electrodes to patients. 
• Insert and remove catheters. 
• Monitor equipment output. 
• Record test results. 
• Identify emergencies or abnormalities. 
• Operate ultrasound equipment

Average Salary: $15,000-$32,000

Educational requirements:

Electrocardiograph technicians must have a high school diploma or GED before beginning specialized training.

Electrocardiograph training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases through on-the-job supervised experience. Basic training take three to six months. Advanced training takes one to two years.

Registered dietitian

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Duties and Responsibilities:
Registered dietitians provide advice and education about nutrition and its effect on health. They work in schools, educvational administration, research, hospitals, clinics, industry, food service management, and private practice. Registered dietitians:

• Organize and supervise food service operations and meal preparation.
• Make dietary recommendations.
• Counsel patients and clients about diets.
• Supervise food purchasing.
• Study the nutritional value of food and how it is used by the body.

Average Salary: $30,000-$40,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take a challenging high school curriculum that includes math and science courses. H8igh school business courses may also prove helpful.

A bachelor's degree in dietetics or a related field approved by the american dietetic Association is required. Registered dietitians must also pass a professional exam and complete a supervised practiculum.

Dietetic Technician

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Duties and responsibilities:
Dietetic technicians assist dietitians in evaluating, organizing, and conducting nutrition services and programs for schools, hospitals, and industry. They:

• Gather and evaluate diet histories.
• Assist in planning patients meals.
• Provide nutritional counceling.
• Conduct food service operation.
• Oversee food preparation and service.
• Maintain records.

Average Salary:$16,000-$30,000

Educational Requirements:

Students wanting to become dietetic technicians should graduate from high school with a well-rounded program. High school business courses may prove helpful.

Dietetic technicians must complete a two-year Associate's Degree program that is accepted by the American Dietetic Association. They must then pass a Commision on Dietetics Registration examination.