Pulses Race for Healthcare Education During National Heart Health Month
(PRWeb) February 22, 2007--Underlining the importance of healthcare careers, February is American Heart Month. Striking increases in the prevalence of congenital heart disease have been noted by researchers, as reported in "Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association." Students interested in a healthcare career can find information on a variety of local healthcare programs with LocalEdu.com, an online resource that provides location-specific school information.
Healthcare was the largest industry and providing 13.5 million jobs in 2004, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Healthcare also has eight out of the 20 occupations expected to develop most quickly. Between now and 2014, the most jobs in any industry--3.6 million--will be created in healthcare.
LocalEdu.com offers students education resources on a variety of programs, including online education and distance learning. The site provides links to online schools with resources related to specific programs, such as online healthcare degrees. Simply by typing in their zip codes, students can search for schools offering healthcare degrees through distance learning. Articles on the site include:
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"A Practical Future: An LPN in Connecticut," (http://www.localedu.com/state/connecticut/practical-future-lpn-connecticut.php ): Examines some of the unique measures taken by the state to educate those aspiring to a nursing career.
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"Prep for Patient Care in Atlanta," (http://www.localedu.com/state/georgia/prep-patient-care-in-atlanta.php): Looks at becoming a patient technician in the city.
Constituting the largest healthcare occupation, registered nursing is reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to have 2.4 million jobs. Among all positions across industries, those in registered nursing are expected to generate the second largest number of new positions. In fact, employers report difficulty drawing and keeping an adequate number of those qualified in registered nursing.
Helen V. Calalang-Javier, a registered nurse and BellaOnline's nursing editor, says, "Now is the time to develop more talent and motivate new nurses to venture and take risk on new opportunities and develop new skills not only in bedside-nursing but also in reshaping the future of nursing."
LocalEdu.com is an educational resource that provides students with information on cities, schools, and educational programs. Students can search the LocalEdu.com directory to find universities, colleges, and vocational schools anywhere they want to go to school--from California to Florida, Texas to Illinois.
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Registered Nursing Jobs and How to Look for One
Finding registered nursing jobs can be a daunting task if you do not know what you are doing. On the other hand, if you follow certain rules and tips when it comes to looking for a nursing position, then it will go as smoothly as it possibly can.
ECPI College of Technology Announces Career Education Expo to be Held at All Campuses
ECPI College of Technology is pleased to announce a Career Education Expo. All campuses will be participating in this event where hands-on, interactive demos will be given for programs in the technology, business, and health sciences areas. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore in-demand careers in numerous related fields. ECPI College of Technology has campus locations in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, with classes also available online.
Culinary Institute of Virginia Announces Open House
Culinary Institute of Virginia, the School of Culinary Arts at ECPI College of Technology, is pleased to announce an Open House on Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008 from 6 pm to 8 pm. The Norfolk-based Culinary Institute of Virginia is located at 2428 Almeda Avenue. Admission to the Open House is free and attendees with have the opportunity to tour the facility, see exciting demos, and speak with students, faculty, and staff about the ?hands-on? learning environment the Culinary Institute of Virginia offers.
Speak Shop Accredited for Nursing Spanish Lessons
Board of Registered Nursing certifies Speak Shop as a licensed continuing education provider for online nursing Spanish lessons via Webcam.
Culinary Institute of Virginia Celebrates One Year Anniversary
Culinary Institute of Virginia, the School of Culinary Arts at ECPI College of Technology, is celebrating a successful first year of operation. The school, located in Norfolk, Virginia, opened in June of 2006; students began classes in September. It is anticipated that by September 2007, there will be over 200 students enrolled at the Institute. The square footage of the facility has been expanded to accommodate the growth in student population and faculty and staff are looking forward to an exciting second year.
CA Registered Nursing Programs and Respiratory Therapy Programs
A nurse is one that provides general care to their patients. They must have a complete understanding of the human anatomy and physiology. A respiratory therapist helps patients deal with pulmonary and cardiopulmonary breathing problems. What does it take to obtain the training for each of these careers in California? Here is some information that will provide details.
Registered Nursing Jobs - Alternative Work Environments
Studies show that the United States will have a shortage of 800,000 positions in its nursing labor force by the year 2020 These numbers indicate that nursing jobs are here to stay and with such a shortage of supply comes a relatively higher pay
Outstanding Career Potential in Registered Nursing
Another of the high-potential nursing designations is the Registered Nurse, or RN. RNs are in high demand all over the world and in a broad range of specialties, making it a career with incredible employment opportunity and security. To be qualified for practice as a Registered Nurse in the United States, applicants must have been graduated from an approved nursing program and pass the NCLEX-RN, a national licensing examination. License renewal is required periodically, which may involve additional education and testing according to regulations in some states. Registered Nurses are qualified for a variety of positions in nearly every segment of the health care industry.
Medical Careers Institute Announces Medical Career Education Expo
Medical Careers Institute, the School of Health Science at ECPI College of Technology, is pleased to announce a Medical Career Education Expo Open House to be held at all Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina campus locations on various dates during the August 16th through August 23rd period. Please visit www.medical.edu for dates, times, and locations as well as additional Expo information. Visitors will be able to explore in-demand careers in the health sciences field.
Culinary Institute of Virginia Announces July 18, 2007 Open House
Culinary Institute of Virginia, the School of Culinary Arts at ECPI College of Technology, is pleased to announce an Open House on Wednesday, July 18th, 2007 from 6pm to 8pm. The Norfolk-based Culinary Institute of Virginia is located at 2428 Almeda Avenue, Suite 106, 23573. Admission to the Open House is free and attendees will have the opportunity to see exciting demos, tour the facility, and speak with students, faculty, and staff about the 'hands on' learning environment the Institute offers.
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