EBK INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH CARE
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780357123126
Author: Mitchell
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 1, Problem 2AE
Juan has always been interested in helping people. He also likes science and has maintained good grades throughout high school in chemistry, biology, and physics. He has enrolled in the local community college and is taking “Introduction to Health Care.” Juan thinks that a career in health care might be for him, but he doesn’t feel that he knows enough to make a career decision at this time. He’s not sure what’s out there or what jobs would be appropriate for him.
a. What does Juan need to know in order to conduct an effective career search?
b. Describe how he can use the problem-solving process to help him make a tentative career decision.
c. Explain methods that Juan can use to research and learn more about different career options.
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