Health Career Planning and Pathways

Vocabulary flashcards covering important concepts related to health career planning and pathways.

Health Career Planning

An individual's plan to make a career choice, grow in the chosen career, or make a career shift.

Self-Assessment

A process to discover personal strengths, values, interests, personality, testing, and skills.

Career Exploration

The act of exploring different careers and work environments through various methods such as fairs, research, and internships.

Decision Making

The process of evaluating options and deciding on a career that meets personal strengths and interests.

Plan of Action

Creating achievable goals and strategies to reach those goals and regularly reviewing and adapting the plan.

Disease Prevention and Control

Focuses on preventing both communicable and noncommunicable diseases, as well as health promotion.

Personal Health Care

Provides companionship and assistance for individuals in daily living.

Maternal and Child Care

Ensures women's health during pregnancy and childbirth and aims to reduce maternal and infant mortality.

Mental Health Care

Addresses issues related to mental and emotional health.

Community Health Care

Aims to improve public health through various community-focused initiatives.

Environmental Healthcare Management

Monitors environmental factors that can impact health.

Drug Prevention and Control

Works to reduce substance abuse through education and policy.

Nutrition

Focuses on ensuring proper diet and nutrition to improve health outcomes.

Health Education

Educates the public regarding physical, mental, and social health issues.

Dental Health

Focuses on oral hygiene and providing dental care.

Occupational Safety

Protects workers from hazards present in the workplace.

Emergency Medical Services

Provides urgent medical care and necessary transport in emergencies.

Job Security

A benefit of pursuing a career that ensures continued employment.

Career Advancement

A clear path to progress and grow in a chosen career field.

Professional Resources

Support and information that can help individuals explore different careers.