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What Is a Health-Care Information Technology Specialist and What Do They Do?

Question: What is  a Health-Care Information Technology specialist and what do they do? -- Jennifer

Answer: One of the fastest growing healthcare fields right now Jennifer, is information technology (IT).  This career field involves setting up computer network systems, configuring software and converting paper medical charts and records to electronic digitized copies. According to the B [...]

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5 practice issues for nurse practitioners in 2012

Question:
I'm an RN, working on my BSN.  I'm interested becoming a nurse practitioner.  What do you see as the big issues for NP practice in the years ahead?

Answer:
It's pretty clear that the demand for NPs will increase in coming years, in part to meet a predicted shortage of primary care providers.  While it is common now to find nurse practitioners working in all manner of subs [...]

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Can I be a psychologist in rural Maine?

Question:
Dear Psychologist,

I have a bachelor's degree in social work and I am considering getting a graduate degree in psychology, either a master's degree or a doctorate. I know that eventually I want to move with my husband to Maine, which will probably be pretty rural. What are my chances of getting work as a psychologist there? Thank you, Margaret

Answer:
Dear Margaret,

I li [...]

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Can an American cosmetologist find work in Canada?

Question:
Hello Guidance Counselor,

I am going through school to become a cosmetologist in America and have a dream of living in Canada; is there any chance I can get a work visa or does my profession make it impossible?

Thank you,
Taryn

Submitted via email

Answer:
Thanks for writing, Taryn! First of all you might want to read [...]

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Where can I take GED practice tests online?

Question:
Dear Guidance Counselor,

I only have two test left to obtain my ged and I want to get on that right away. I was trying to find some practice tests on line but have been unsuccessful and am looking for help from anyone who might know which way to send me. I would really appreciate any kind of help I can get. From Jim

Answer:
Dear Jim,

Congratulations that you are almost d [...]

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6 nursing careers in women’s health care

Question:
What nursing careers are there in women's health? I am just getting started in nursing school, and I think that is the general area I want to work in.

Answer:
One of the great things about a career in nursing is that even within a specialty such as women's health there are numerous opt [...]

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How can a teacher balance school and home life?

Question:
Dear Teacher,
I had a baby in 2011 and have recently returned to my elementary teaching  job. It has been a real struggle to balance my work and home life.   I don't feel like I am doing a very good job as a mom or a teacher and am completely run-down.  As my New Year's resolution I want to do a better job at managing my work and home [...]

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