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College Degrees
College degree or academic degree refers to an award given by a university or college institution signifying that the student has satisfactorily completed a particular course of study. Standard college degree programs are based on a four-year bachelor's degree course.
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Should you go to a community college then to a four year school?
Many students choose to start at a community college for an associate degree, and then transfer to a four year college afterward to earn their bachelor's degree. So, yes you can do this. Just make sure the junior or community college has a regional accreditation (most all community colleges do). With a regional accreditation you can be assured the coursework and degree you complete will be recognized by all other colleges and universities as well as employers. Second, make sure the program (major) you choose is a transfer program to a four year institution. You should meet with a transfer counselor at the school you attend. Still, I would like you to know why many students choose to start at a community college. Some reasons may apply to you while other may not.
Many individuals start at the community college level for a variety of reasons to include:
- Community colleges are less expensive to start out with. You can cut the cost of a four year degree almost in half by starting at a community college first, and then transferring to four year college or university to finish up the last two years.
- There are typically smaller classroom sizes at the community college with a better professor to student ratio, which means more individualized attention.
- Some students do not meet the entrance requirements of the four year college or university, thus they start at the community college first, then transfer later.
- The community colleges are typically more family oriented, with a strong sense of community.
- Some students like to be close to home, thus they start at their home county community college.
- Some careers only require an associate's degree.
Yes, it is very possible. However, you must inquire from the institution of interest, about any prerequisite coursework required. If there is prerequisite coursework that you have not completed, you may have to take this coursework at the undergraduate level first before being admitted to the program. Then it's just a matter if you are willing to go through that coursework. Within this field, that coursework may be quite extensive.
What are some jobs associated with animals?
I suppose that a veterinarian, a sales clerk at Petsmart, a groomer, a trainer, a breeder, and/or jobs that make things that you need to correctly take care of the animal, like the saddle or bridle company for a horse, not to mention the people that come up with the food for the animal.
How many years do you have to go to school to be a kindergarten teacher?
To teach within the public school system in the United States at the pre-K through high school levels, you must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a teacher education program from a regionally accredited college or university and state teacher certification. This would take approximately four years to complete as a full-time student, provided you take the program as prescribed by the college or university. Individuals who already have at least a bachelor's degree but not in an education program, can obtain certification to teach specific courses through the Alternative Route Program within the state they wish to teach.
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What college in Texas offers a bachelor's in zoology?
No they do no. However there are multiple AVMA accredited veterinary technology degree programs available in Texas and one of those is a provisionally accredited program at Blinn College in Bryan where the students do their internships at A&M's vet school.
You can find a complete list of AVMA accredited programs through the AVMA website or through the Texas Association of Registered Veterinary Technicians.
Where can you acquire the education and training required to be a doctor?
The common path to practicing as a physician requires 8 years of education beyond high school and 3 to 8 additional years of internship and residency. All States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories license physicians. Education and training. Formal education and training requirements for physicians are among the most demanding of any occupation-4 years of undergraduate school, 4 years of medical school, and 3 to 8 years of internship and residency, depending on the specialty selected. A few medical schools offer combined undergraduate and medical school programs that last 6 years rather than the customary 8 years. Premedical students must complete undergraduate work in physics, biology, mathematics, English, and inorganic and organic chemistry. Students also take courses in the humanities and the social sciences. Some students volunteer at local hospitals or clinics to gain practical experience in the health professions. The minimum educational requirement for entry into medical school is 3 years of college; most applicants, however, have at least a bachelor's degree, and many have advanced degrees. There are 146 medical schools in the United States-126 teach allopathic medicine and award a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree; 20 teach osteopathic medicine and award the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree. Acceptance to medical school is highly competitive. Applicants must submit transcripts, scores from the Medical College Admission Test, and letters of recommendation. Schools also consider an applicant's character, personality, leadership qualities, and participation in extracurricular activities. Most schools require an interview with members of the admissions committee. Students spend most of the first 2 years of medical school in laboratories and classrooms, taking courses such as anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology, psychology, microbiology, pathology, medical ethics, and laws governing medicine. They also learn to take medical histories, examine patients, and diagnose illnesses. During their last 2 years, students work with patients under the supervision of experienced physicians in hospitals and clinics, learning acute, chronic, preventive, and rehabilitative care. Through rotations in internal medicine, family practice, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and surgery, they gain experience in the diagnosis and treatment of illness. Following medical school, almost all M.D.s enter a residency-graduate medical education in a specialty that takes the form of paid on-the-job training, usually in a hospital. Most D.O.s serve a 12-month rotating internship after graduation and before entering a residency, which may last 2 to 6 years. A physician's training is costly. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges, in 2004 more than 80 percent of medical school graduates were in debt for educational expenses. Licensure and certification. All States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories license physicians. To be licensed, physicians must graduate from an accredited medical school, pass a licensing examination, and complete 1 to 7 years of graduate medical education. Although physicians licensed in one State usually can get a license to practice in another without further examination, some States limit reciprocity. Graduates of foreign medical schools generally can qualify for licensure after passing an examination and completing a U.S. residency. M.D.s and D.O.s seeking board certification in a specialty may spend up to 7 years in residency training, depending on the specialty. A final examination immediately after residency or after 1 or 2 years of practice also is necessary for certification by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). The ABMS represents 24 boards related to medical specialties ranging from allergy and immunology to urology. The AOA has approved 18 specialty boards, ranging from anesthesiology to surgery. For certification in a subspecialty, physicians usually need another 1 to 2 years of residency. Other qualifications. People who wish to become physicians must have a desire to serve patients, be self-motivated, and be able to survive the pressures and long hours of medical education and practice. Physicians also must have a good bedside manner, emotional stability, and the ability to make decisions in emergencies. Prospective physicians must be willing to study throughout their career to keep up with medical advances. Advancement. Some physicians and surgeons advance by gaining expertise in specialties and subspecialties and by developing a reputation for excellence among their peers and patients. Many physicians and surgeons start their own practice or join a group practice. Others teach residents and other new doctors, and some advance to supervisory and managerial roles in hospitals, clinics, and other settings. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated below this answer box.
What education and training do you need to become a counseling psychologist?
Training to become a PTSD therapist may vary according to what country you live in and where you plan to practice your profession. In the United States, either obtaining a post-graduate degree in psychology or psychiatry is the first step, which entails at least five years of study at the graduate and post-graduate level before taking the appropriate licensing examination. A person entering the counseling profession may also do so by earning a graduate degree in social work before working toward becoming a licensed clinical social worker.
In many places, before you are allowed to test for licensing to ultimately become a PTSD therapist, you may also be required to complete a lengthy internship to gain supervised experience. Most also undergo psychological counseling to assure mental and emotional fitness before being allowed to counsel the general public. After experience has been gained and candidates have undergone individual counseling, a person is allowed to take an examination to become a licensed therapist.
Are degrees from a UK university typically accepted in American academia?
US colleges and universities seldom get involved in direct evaluation of foreign transcripts and credits completed within a program of study. They usually leave the primary evaluation to recognized evaluation agencies who evaluate an individual's course work and equate the completed course work to US credits. For example, the most widely used evaluation agency on the US eastern coast is the World Education Service (WES) in New York. This is not a guarantee the credits found equivalent to US credit standards by the agency will be accepted to all US colleges and universities. The amount of transfer credit will now be particular to each institution and their specific transfer policies and regulations. Many times, while the course content is found equivalent, the credit hours differ. In another words, a general psychology course with the same course content taken in another county for 2.5 credit hours will not be accepted by a US college or university where that same course is three credit hours. Thus, it depends on the initial evaluation by the agency, followed by the final evaluation of the college or university. All in all, based on my experience, the work completed within the general education area should not be a problem. If your work includes a professional clinical phase, that would be much more difficult.
What is equivalent to degree which are the diplomas equivalent to degree?
Typically, the degree is the level of education you have completed at the college level. The diploma is the piece of paper that validates that level of completion. The other document that validates completion of the degree is the official transcript which indicates completion, the courses taken and the grades received, as well as the official school seal and signature of the registrar. I hope this makes sense to you. I guess you can think of it as, the degree is a term, and the diploma a piece of paper.
What college courses do you have to take in order to be a photographer?
You will undoubtedly have to take some basic courses (history, algebra, English, etc.). Then you will take 30-60 hours of classes in photography, art, or whatever. It really depends on the university. You need to take basic art courses that teach about color, contrast, composition, texture, etc. You also have to take basic chemistry and learn how light travels and is diffused or reflected. There's really not a whole lot to getting started. Studying the work of famous photographers helps, as does working as an understudy to a professional.
How many times can the teachers fail you in school middle school?
It depends on the summer school program and its purpose. Some summer schools are designed to keep skills up during the summer; others are remedial. Some remedial summer schools may fail students or be a confirmation that the student needs to repeat a grade.
Do you have to go to graduate school or trade school to become a chef?
No, but without you will have to find someone willing to give you a chance and see how good your skills are. Some of the words best chefs have 0 hours of actual class time and its all learned on the fly.
What is the degree required for a job in Speech-Language Pathology?
A master's degree is the most common level of education among speech-language pathologists. Licensure or certification requirements also exist, but vary by State. Education and training. Most speech-language pathologist jobs require a master's degree. In 2007, more than 230 colleges and universities offered graduate programs in speech-language pathology accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. While graduation from an accredited program is not always required to become a speech-language pathologist, it may be helpful in obtaining a license or may be required to obtain a license in some States. Speech-language pathology courses cover anatomy, physiology, and the development of the areas of the body involved in speech, language, and swallowing; the nature of disorders; principles of acoustics; and psychological aspects of communication. Graduate students also learn to evaluate and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders and receive supervised clinical training in communication disorders. Licensure and certification. In 2007, 47 States regulated speech-language pathologists through licensure or registration. A passing score on the national examination on speech-language pathology, offered through the Praxis Series of the Educational Testing Service, is required. Other usual requirements include 300 to 375 hours of supervised clinical experience and 9 months of postgraduate professional clinical experience. Forty-one States have continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Medicaid, Medicare, and private health insurers generally require a practitioner to be licensed to qualify for reimbursement. Only 12 States require this same license to practice in the public schools. The other States issue a teaching license or certificate that typically requires a master's degree from an approved college or university. Some States will grant a provisional teaching license or certificate to applicants with a bachelor's degree, but a master's degree must be earned within 3 to 5 years. A few States grant a full teacher's certificate or license to bachelor's degree applicants. In some States, the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association meets some or all of the requirements for licensure. To earn a CCC, a person must have a graduate degree from an accredited university, 400 hours of supervised clinical experience, complete a 36-week postgraduate clinical fellowship, and pass the Praxis Series examination in speech-language pathology administered by the Educational Testing Service. Contact your State's Licensing Board for details on your State's requirements. Other qualifications.Speech-language pathologists should be able to effectively communicate diagnostic test results, diagnoses, and proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by their patients and their families. They must be able to approach problems objectively and be supportive. Because a patient's progress may be slow, patience, compassion, and good listening skills are necessary. Advancement. As speech-language pathologists gain clinical experience and engage in continuing professional education, many develop expertise with certain populations, such as preschoolers and adolescents, or disorders, such as aphasia and learning disabilities. Some may obtain board recognition in a specialty area, such as child language, fluency, or feeding and swallowing. Experienced clinicians may become mentors or supervisors of other therapists or be promoted to administrative positions. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated below.
What are the certifications required for medical doctors?
They need to major in at least 2 medical, science, and mathematics. It will take about 8 years in college. == == == ==
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What degrees do pediatric nurses need?
In all States and the District of Columbia, students must graduate from an approved nursing program and pass a national licensing examination, known as the NCLEX-RN, in order to obtain a nursing license. Nurses may be licensed in more than one State, either by examination or by the endorsement of a license issued by another State. Currently 18 States participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact Agreement, which allows nurses to practice in member States without recertifying. All States require periodic renewal of licenses, which may involve continuing education.
There are three major educational paths to registered nursing: A bachelor's of science degree in nursing (BSN), an associate degree in nursing (ADN), and a diploma. BSN programs, offered by colleges and universities, take about 4 years to complete. In 2004, 674 nursing programs offered degrees at the bachelor's level. ADN programs, offered by community and junior colleges, take about 2 to 3 years to complete. About 846 RN programs in 2004 granted associate degrees. Diploma programs, administered in hospitals, last about 3 years. Only 69 programs offered diplomas in 2004. Generally, licensed graduates of any of the three types of educational programs qualify for entry-level positions as staff nurses.
Many RNs with an ADN or diploma later enter bachelor's programs to prepare for a broader scope of nursing practice. Often, they can find a staff nurse position and then take advantage of tuition reimbursement benefits to work toward a BSN by completing an RN-to-BSN program. In 2004, there were 600 RN-to-BSN programs in the United States. Accelerated master's degree programs in nursing also are available. These programs combine 1 year of an accelerated BSN program with 2 years of graduate study. In 2004, there were 137 RN-to-MSN programs.
Accelerated BSN programs also are available for individuals who have a bachelor's or higher degree in another field and who are interested in moving into nursing. In 2004, more than 165 of these programs were available. Accelerated BSN programs last 12 to 18 months and provide the fastest route to a BSN for individuals who already hold a degree.
Individuals considering nursing should carefully weigh the advantages and disadvantages of enrolling in a BSN program, because, if they do, their advancement opportunities usually are broader. In fact, some career paths are open only to nurses with a bachelor's or master's degree. A bachelor's degree often is necessary for administrative positions and is a prerequisite for admission to graduate nursing programs in research, consulting, and teaching, and all four advanced practice nursing specialties-clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists, nurse midwives, and nurse practitioners. Individuals who complete a bachelor's receive more training in areas such as communication, leadership, and critical thinking, all of which are becoming more important as nursing care becomes more complex. Additionally, bachelor's degree programs offer more clinical experience in nonhospital settings. In 2004, 417 nursing schools offered master's degrees, 93 offered doctoral degrees, and 46 offered accelerated BSN-to-doctoral programs.
All four advanced practice nursing specialties require at least a master's degree. Most programs last about 2 years and require a BSN degree and some programs require at least 1 to 2 years of clinical experience as an RN for admission. In 2004, there were 329 master's and post-master's programs offered for nurse practitioners, 218 master's and post-master's programs for clinical nurse specialists, 92 programs for nurse anesthetists, and 45 programs for nurse midwives. Upon completion of a program, most advanced practice nurses become nationally certified in their area of specialty. In some States, certification in a specialty is required in order to practice that specialty.
All nursing education programs include classroom instruction and supervised clinical experience in hospitals and other health care facilities. Students take courses in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, psychology and other behavioral sciences, and nursing. Coursework also includes the liberal arts for ADN and BSN students.
Supervised clinical experience is provided in hospital departments such as pediatrics, psychiatry, maternity, and surgery. A growing number of programs include clinical experience in nursing care facilities, public health departments, home health agencies, and ambulatory clinics.
Nurses should be caring, sympathetic, responsible, and detail oriented. They must be able to direct or supervise others, correctly assess patients' conditions, and determine when consultation is required. They need emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses.
Some RNs start their careers as licensed practical nurses or nursing aides, and then go back to school to receive their RN degree. Most RNs begin as staff nurses, and with experience and good performance often are promoted to more responsible positions. In management, nurses can advance to assistant head nurse or head nurse and, from there, to assistant director, director, and vice president. Increasingly, management-level nursing positions require a graduate or an advanced degree in nursing or health services administration. They also require leadership, negotiation skills, and good judgment.
Some nurses move into the business side of health care. Their nursing expertise and experience on a health care team equip them to manage ambulatory, acute, home-based, and chronic care. Employers-including hospitals, insurance companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and managed care organizations, among others-need RNs for health planning and development, marketing, consulting, policy development, and quality assurance. Other nurses work as college and university faculty or conduct research.
Foreign-educated nurses wishing to work in the United States must obtain a work visa. Applicants are required to undergo a review of their education and licensing credentials and pass a nursing certification and English proficiency exam, both conducted by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools. (The commission is an immigration-neutral, nonprofit organization that is recognized internationally as an authority on credentials evaluation in the health care field.) Applicants from Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom are exempt from the language proficiency exam. In addition to these national requirements, most States have their own requirements.
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What college degrees can someone get after four years in college?
Typically, the four year degree is a bachelor's degree. However, some individuals start with the two year associates degree, and then complete an additional two years to complete the bachelor's degree.
What is the difference between a MS degree in Biology and an MA degree in Biology?
A Master's of Arts degree is a humanities based degree. It is designed to provide a balanced liberal arts education and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or areas of professional study.
A Master's of Science degree is science based. It is designed to provide a balanced liberal arts education and a scientific, technical, or professional entry level competence.
Still, whether an arts or science degree, the institution and department offering the degree decide on which it will be.
There are a number of degrees particular to specific specialty fields. As per your request however, the EdD is the abbreviation for a Doctor of Education. Typically you will find this particular degree among high school, college, and university educators.
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How do you address someone with a juris doctorate degree?
The professional doctorate in law is called a Juris Doctor (J.D.). The use of the title doctor has not (yet) caught on, except in an academic setting. The J.D. is similar to the D.D.S. and D.M.D. , in that the professional doctorate can be followed by a master's degree.
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What are the characteristics of a speech?
Memorability - of at least several of the phrases
Succinctness - it should be as short as possible while making its points.
Appropriateness - it should be suited to the audience. They must be able to understand it
Positive - it should make its points in a positive manner, negatives are not (generally) as easy to remember.
