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March 30, 2009

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John Morris asked:

With the current high demand for various job opportunities, a lot of people have started thinking of going back to school to pursue courses or programs which are a lot more related to the kind of job that they are now interested of pursuing. In this day and age, however, almost everyone is just too busy organizing their hectic lives. A lot of people who actually want to go back to school simply do not have the time to personally attend classes every single day. It is a great idea, therefore give yourself the opportunity to earn an online degree from whichever course that you might be interested in taking.

1. Benefits

- Earn online degree – Luxury of time – Take care of family – Attend your jobs

2. Easily Get Your Foot In The Door

One of the popular online degrees right now is the pharmacy technician program wherein students who wants to be somewhat of a pharmacist tries to learn the skills that are needed in order to become a good and highly efficient pharmacy technician. This online degree will surely help get your foot in the door for the pharmacy technician job openings that abound nowadays. In just less than two years, you are sure to become a part of the health care profession. As a pharmacy technician online degree student, you are sure to still be able to acquire the proper knowledge that is needed for being a good pharmacy technician, one who will be able to properly assist registered pharmacists with their work, interpreting prescription orders to maintaining the patient records.

3. Top Online Schools

- University of Phoenix Online

The University of Phoenix online is actually the largest private university in the United States which also offers the largest number of various accredited online degree programs for any online institution. Most students who enroll in the University of Phoenix Online degree programs can usually finish their online degree program requirements at around two to three years.

- California College For Health Sciences

The California College for Health Sciences also offers comprehensive online degrees for various health care professions, not just in pharmacy technician but as well as in nursing (another highly in demand online degree), respiratory therapy, early childhood education and public health.

4. Alternatives

Apart from being a pharmacy technician, other health care related online degrees that can be found on the internet today are health care management and medical transcriptionist. Two online degree schools actually offer accelerated online degree programs on health care management wherein they can take this online degree for just 13 months for the Associate or Bachelor’s degree and for 10 months for the Master’s degree.

The AIU Online degree programs can help you achieve that as well as the Cappella University which is another accredited online university that is specifically designed to help those people who are always busy to have a quality education that fits the life of busy professionals as well as those who really do not have the time to go to a normal school but still want to study or those who are just going for their second degree already.

Aside from the health care profession, another highly in demand job nowadays is being a legal assistant wherein you get to help out in law firms or corporations when it comes to legal matters. Sort of like a lawyer only you are not able to actually give out legal advise or go to court hearings. You will just help out the lawyer carry out his or her work by providing him or her with the nitty gritty about the job. This is another highly in demand online degree that people who are looking for a career shift would most likely love to consider.

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March 30, 2009

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Alvin Starkman asked:

Alvin Starkman M.A., LL.B.

My longtime passion for riding a motorcycle took a twenty year hiatus until taking up residency in Oaxaca. I ignored the foreshadowing and warnings. While my story pales compared to the epic journey of Ché Guevara popularized in the film Motorcycle Diaries, there is a tale to be told, with observations and advice for those with such suicidal ideations.

For Oaxacans, it’s part economic necessity and part climactic permissiveness, with street logjams and a parking crisis factored in, as well as, dare I opine, a somewhat different attitude towards life and living amongst those at and below a certain socio-economic level…fatalistic. What’s striking is the paucity of helmeted riders, and prevalence of entire families (the record number of family members seen on one bike is currently five) who take to negotiating the jammed streets on a single motorbike often mechanically unfit, each member including young children bare-headed and unsafely dressed (no gloves, leathers, jeans, etc.). Enforcing the helmet law and mandatory education might help. Educators must remember to teach that the helmet is to be worn on the head, not simply slung over an arm.   Additionally, owners of deliver services such as and by example, Chuchos Tortas y Mas, should watch their couriers leaving the premises to ensure helmets are worn and not carried.

For my part, I’ve been accused of having yet another mid-life crisis at 55, having recently purchased a 150 cc. Honda “Bros”, off road moto for use on the streets, complementing our car and pick-up. Perhaps each above-noted reason applies to me, despite leading a middle class existence.

I sold my Suzuki 550 in the mid 1980s when my wife became pregnant. But now, in quasi-retirement, family grown, life insurance policies kept current, I was only minimally fazed when Canadian Consul Frances May warned that she’s lost three friends to motorcycle accidents. And compadre Pancho was in three accidents within about 2 years. He once took me on a trip with some of his motorcycle buddies through the mountains to the town of Sola de Vega. It was the first time in 15 years that I’d been on a bike. I forgot a cardinal rule: never brake while negotiating a turn on gravel.   I recall regaining consciousness, covered in blood, with severe knee pain, in the back room of some pharmacy, to teary-eyed Pancho, shaking me with hands on my shoulders while screaming “¡compadre, compadre!”

But by adopting and adhering to a number of simple riding guidelines, some of which are admittedly difficult to follow, I’ll hopefully stay out of the hospital and my 20-year-old daughter will never “benefit” from my being over-insured. My less-impetuous and more level-headed wife surprisingly enough enjoys riding with me despite serious reservations.

For those unattached and in their 20s and 30s, I’ll indicate which of the following rules I’ve set for myself you’ll likely want to break and how to minimize the adverse implications of so doing:

1)      Don’t ride at night unless absolutely necessary. Alcohol-related and other driving deaths increase when road conditions are less than perfect. Lighting and highway markings are often absent.

2)      If you know that it’s likely the weather will become inclement (i.e. during the rainy season) consider another means of transportation, or at minimum dress appropriately and check your tires.

3)      Try to follow the rules of the road to the extent you can discern them, and when in doubt fall back on the highway traffic laws with which you grew up.

4)      Try to resist the temptation to weave, as difficult as it will be. Once you’re in your fifties you’ve likely lost much of your neck range-of-motion, so if you must weave, rely on your peripheral vision and mirrors.

5)      Always use full-face helmets, appropriate footwear and leathers, gloves and jacket at minimum. It’s better to be hot and uncomfortable than require jaw surgery and extensive skin grafting. Leather provides that first layer of defence and it gives…cotton, wool and polyester each will simply rip, along with your skin.

6)      Never permit an unhelmeted passenger to ride with you.

7)      If you’re a tourist and have an opportunity to rent a motorcycle, unless it’ll be used strictly for cross-country, or you have a great deal of experience driving in third world congested cities and are certain of the condition of the bike, resist the temptation. As my father often said, “don’t be an idiot.” It’s not worth the risk.

8)      When buying, make it a new cycle, and keep it in top condition.

9)      Don’t buy a small scooter or anything under 125 – 150 cc. You may need power to extricate yourself from danger caused by other drivers. The most popular bike in Oaxaca is the Honda 125, used by a plethora of businesses. If you can afford a Japanese make, or better, go for it. Many Oaxacan friends have cautioned against, for example, the Chinese models. My off-road Honda 150 was carefully selected, even though it’s smaller than those that I’d been accustomed to riding in my former life. It’s an off-road model given the numerous topes and state of disrepair of the streets. Motor size is 150 because it’s the smallest engine I feel comfortable gets my wife and I up the steep hill to our home, is light and has sufficient power for defensive maneuvers. It’s small enough so that it helps me resist the temptation to do highway touring.

10) Think twice before opting for a larger bike that you may use on the carreteras. There’s nothing like open highway touring, but the danger increases exponentially the higher the speed of vehicles. By contrast, while living in Toronto I always felt safer riding on the highways than in cities…more control, drivers more vigilant and experienced, and easier to avoid potential dangers. By contrast, in Oaxaca the highways aren’t as good, many motorists drive under the influence, and vehicle mechanical condition is generally questionable, leading to less control by drivers. If you are set on touring, make it at least a 550 cc. model, the minimum power with which I felt comfortable and safe on the open roads with a passenger.

Apart from organized cycling groups that meet periodically for generally weekend off-road challenges, there is at least one traditional motorcycle club in Oaxaca, Los Caballeros Templarios. These riders are the exception to most of what I’ve indicated. The individuals, at least when touring outside of the city, follow virtually all of the rules I’ve set out. The group is comprised of mainly shopkeepers, tradesmen, restauranteurs, and professionals such as doctors and accountants, average age being 40 something. Their bikes are kept in excellent condition, they dress appropriately, complete with leathers embossed with club and rider name and logo, and they host and attend national conferences as well as enjoy frequent local get-togethers and regional excursions of one to several days. The camaraderie is strong, warm and welcoming. And thus with my little Honda 150, I continue to resist invitations to fulfill the initiation requirement and join…until the purchase of a larger bike, and with that a divorce.

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March 26, 2009

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Christine Draeger asked:

Dubai is a modern city surrounded by beautiful beaches, desert landscape and rugged mountains. Frequently referred to as the “City of Gold,” Dubai is where Middle Eastern traditionalism meets Western glitz. It is noted for being a very safe, tolerant and friendly city and renowned for its beautiful beaches, modern architecture and cosmopolitan community.

Dubai is situated on the Persian Gulf coast of the United Arab Emirates, directly within the Arabian Desert. The city has no natural river bodies or oases, but does have a natural inlet, Dubai Creek, which has been dredged to make it deep enough for large vessels to pass through. Dubai is an important tourist destination and its port, Jebel Ali, constructed in the 1970s, has the largest man-made harbor in the world. Dubai is increasingly developing as a hub for service industries such as technology and finance.

Of the seven Emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, Dubai has the largest population. Dubai’s population comprises mainly of expatriates, with UAE nationals constituting the minority. According to the UAE Ministry of Labor, more than one million residents of Dubai, or 83% of the population is foreign born. The majority of foreign nationals hail from India (51%), followed by Pakistan (16%). Dubai is home to some 100,000 Western Expats.

The official language of Dubuai is Arabic but English is widely spoken, especially in the business sector. Since most road and shop signs, restaurant menus, etc., are in both English and Arabic, one could live quite easily in this city without speaking Arabic. Persian, Malayalam, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, and Tagalog also widely spoken.

Dubai has a desert climate with temperatures ranging from 50 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to 118 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. Rainfall is infrequent and UAE residents term the climate as “seven months in paradise and five more in an inferno.” The warm climate makes it acceptable to wear shorts and T-shirts however, as Dubai is a Muslim city, visitors should be aware of their attire: shoulders should be covered and women should avoid wearing tight-fitting clothing.

All visitors, except for nationals of the Arab Gulf Co-operation Council (AGCC), which includes visitors from Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia, will need to have a visa sponsored by a local entity such as a hotel or tour company. British citizens with the right of abode in the UK and expatriate residents of the AGCC of certain nationalities and professions may qualify for automatic 30 day visit visas on arrival, but regulations should be checked before traveling.

There are several items that should not be brought into the UAE including alcohol, pornography, ivory, drugs, walkie talkies, remote & cordless telephones, religious items (crosses, Buddhas, videos with biblical images), firearms, ammunition, draggers, knives, swords and spears.

The unit of currency is the UAE Dirham (Dh), and there are 100 fils in each Dirham. The Dirham is available in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1,000 notes and in 25 fils, 50 fils. For every day purchases, such as groceries, cash and credit cards are commonly used. Automatic teller machines (ATMs) are available around the clock.

The most popular neighborhoods for expats are areas such as Jumeirah, Umm Sequim, Emirates Lakes, Emirates Hills, Mirdiff for villas and Bur Dubai & Sheikh Zayed for apartments. Each of these areas is prized for its proximity to good schools and shopping. Most expats tend to rent, as until recently they were not allowed to own property in the UAE. However, beginning in the Summer 2002, this started changing. Today, many expatriate subdivisions (including the Dubai Marina, The Greens, The Meadows, Arabian Ranches, the Palm Project, etc.) are available with the option to buy.

For Expats renting a home in Dubai, their rent is usually paid by check. To open a bank account, a passport and visa (or application) will be needed. A work contract or No Objection Letter from a sponsor and a document that can identify one as a local resident, such as a utility bill or driver’s license, may suffice. Non-residents are not able to open bank accounts.

Due to the high expatriate population, the educational system in Dubai is extremely diverse. English is the most common teaching language. The majority of the British curriculum schools have waiting lists and availability of other schools will vary depending on the time of the year the student will be enrolling. Local schools generally have three terms: Autumn, which runs from mid-September to mid-December; Spring, which runs from early January to early April; and Summer, which runs from mid-April through early July.

For university education, many expatriates tend to send their children back to their home country or to Western countries. Even though Dubai has plans to increase more accredited colleges, they continue to send 90% of all potential secondary school students to India for a stronger technological education. A sizable number of foreign accredited universities have been set up in the city over the last ten years. More and more ‘A’ level and International Baccalaurate education institutions are being establishing in the region.

Driving is the most popular mode of transport in Dubai, where people drive on the right hand side of the road. Valid license holders from certain countries will be able to “swap” their licenses for a Dubai one. These countries are: Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom and United States.

Anyone holding a license from a country not listed above will have to take a local driving test.

It is mandatory for front seat passengers to wear seatbelts in cars and it is illegal for children under the age of 10 to sit in the front seat. Taxis are plentiful and neighborhood buses are available but most people prefer to drive. If it’s convenient, the abra, a water taxi that crosses Dubai Creek, is another option. There are also buses that provide transportation to many destinations including outside Dubai and throughout the Emirates.

Stores in Dubai are generally open for longer hours than in other countries. Many are open from 10:00am to 10:00pm, with the exception of Fridays when they may be open from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Some of the smaller shops keep to the old tradition of closing for a siesta from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Dubai has international food companies, white goods stores and pharmacies, all selling a wide variety of items at competitive prices. There are retail outlets to suit most shapes, sizes and budgets. There are also many local tailors who will make virtually anything at a reasonable cost.

For the children, Dubai is comparable to many large towns throughout Europe or North America with a wide range of activities tailored especially for the youngsters. Some of the more popular kid-friendly attractions in the area are softball parks, Wild Wadi Water Park, Dubai Zoo, Cyber Games Park, Children’s City, Wonderland Theme Park and Magic Planet. There are many activities available both during weekends and after school, ranging from sports to arts. One important thing to remember is that the hot sun of Dubai can be very dangerous for young children. It is essential that they drink plenty of water and use sun block.

Like most major cities, Dubai’s malls are a very popular gathering place for teenagers. To help teenagers learn more about the culture and local customs, a good source of information is the Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural understanding. This organization hosts an array of opportunities such as Mosque visits with explanations, and “Question & Answer” sessions.

Dubia has a impressive nightlife, a variety of sports and beach clubs, etc., where singles and married couples and families can easily meet others who share their interests. Most Dubai residents have at one point been new to the city. This being the case, Emiratis are eager to welcome newcomers and are well known for being welcoming, hospitable, tolerant and friendly.

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Chris Draeger, Group Vice President, Crown Relocations

Crown Relocations has been providing international moving and relocation services since 1965. With 200 offices in 50 countries, Crown has “people on the ground” in all the major Expat communities around the world. Crown provides a range of services to help Expats and their families move and settle into their new home ranging from Orientation Tours, Home finding, School Search and more. Crown also organizes Expat Clubs with regular events to help people meet and socialize with other Expats.

We also serve corporate clients as they develop and manage the relocation policies and employee benefit programs for the staff moving overseas. Services include expense management, program development, policy counseling, customized online reporting and full departure and destination services for the employees.

Crown is a private organization headquartered in Hong Kong, with European HQ in London and Americas HQ in Los Angeles California.

Crown provides free moving quotations on its website at http://www.crownrelo.com

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March 25, 2009

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Tom McGee asked:

In these tough economic times, consumers should be encouraged to not only spend their dollars locally, but also to specifically support local businesses that are involved and invested in the community. Many local businesses give back to our community in so many ways through their time, financial support and in-kind contributions. Because of their generosity and involvement, Naperville prospers and is a better place to live.

The business community in Naperville has been thriving for more than 175 years, since the first trading post established by Joseph Naper just west of the downtown area. Despite some of the big chains that have recently arrived on the scene, the strength of Naperville’s business community continues to be its independently-owned businesses. At the heart of Naperville, and other communities like Naperville, are the people who invest in their towns to help maintain the quality of life we enjoy. One great example of a business that consistently gives back to the local community is Anderson’s Bookshops.

Becky Anderson Wilkins, co-owner of Anderson’s, notes the economic impact of purchasing products from independently-owned retailers. “When you spend $100 at a local independent retailer, $68 of that stays in your community. Spend that same $100 at a national chain and the community only sees $43,” she said.

For the Anderson family, roots run deep in Naperville. In 1964, Harold Kester opened a small paperback bookstore on the second floor above Oswald’s Pharmacy, calling it Paperback Paradise. Kester sold the pharmacy and the bookshop to his son-in-law, Robert Anderson, in 1977. Today, the Anderson children, Becky, Tres, Bill and Pete own Anderson’s Bookshops (including an additional location in Downers Grove), Oswald’s Pharmacy and Anderson’s Bookfair Company.

Through the years, the Anderson family has been involved in the community in many ways. “Naperville Reads” is a prime example. The “Naperville Reads” program is the result of a partnership between Anderson’s Bookshop, the Naperville Public Library, Naperville School District 203 and Indian Prairie School District 204. Initiated in 2001, the program seeks to promote the pleasures of reading as a family and community activity. Other community activities include author events, of which several hundred are hosted in their stores, the community and in schools throughout each year. They also hold their annual Book Angel program, where children and adults enjoy selecting a keepsake book for an area child in need. They started Andrea’s Angels, a program that collects gently used books for redistribution to children, schools and organizations that need the gift of reading.

The Anderson family members get personally involved in our community in other ways as well. Becky Anderson Wilkins is a member of the Sunrise Rotary Club, a board member of the DuPage Symphony Orchestra, KidsMatter and a commissioner on the Advisory Cultural Commission for the City of Naperville. Bill Anderson has been actively involved in the Rotary Club and has served as president. The Andersons are longtime members of the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Naperville Alliance, where Bill is a past President and Becky was on the board. The family members give generously of their time and talents to help local charities.

Remember that when you shop, you do have choices. Select businesses that show they care and who know how to give back to the community. Thank the business owner for their involvement and tell them that one of the reasons that you are shopping there is because of their investment in the community. Shop locally with community focused businesses and you can help to create a strong, vibrant local economy in these challenging economic times.

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March 25, 2009

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Wellbutrin XL(R)

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Jennifer Alinio asked:

Clinical Research Associates, Food And Drug Administration, Medical Director, Norman E Rosenthal, FDA, Drug Administration

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Wellbutrin XL(R) for the prevention of seasonal major depressive episodes in patients with a diagnosis of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a condition affecting about 6 percent of American adults. Wellbutrin XL is the first and only medication approved to prevent seasonal major depressive episodes.
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March 25, 2009

The book also catapulted Ishmael to prominence and he has spoken at the UN and according to Wikipedia he has met with leaders including Bill Clinton and Nelson Mandela

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Muctaru Wurie asked:

Ishmael Beah’s Memoirs of Sierra Leone War

– A Long Way From The Truth

By Muctaru Wurie

He may be well known in the western world for a book that portrayed the ruthless war in Sierra Leone from the view of a child soldier, but Ishmael Beah, author of A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier, is known very little here at home.

Leveto Orville asked:

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Unitek College asked:

In the world of medicine the EMT, otherwise known as an emergency medical technician, is the front line at the scene of an emergency. The EMT-Basic aids patients by giving first aid and basic life support at the scene, in the ambulance and during transport to the hospital. The EMT-B is the difference between life and death for many patients. Programs that train people to become and EMT in California are rapidly gaining popularity. A CA EMT-B career can be very rewarding. Emergency medical technicians help people and are the first line of medical assistants when there is a crisis. It is a fast paced and often action packed career. However, a CA EMT-Basic career is not for everyone. It takes a special type of person to be an EMT and to endure the training that is involved in embarking on a CA EMT-Basic career.

Only a select amount of schools can offer an intense 2 week EMT boot camp where participants can gain the real time hands on experience and become certified EMTs in a shorter time than traditional programs. This accelerated program is focused on a CA EMT-Basic career, but most states will accept certifications and training obtained through this medium. Participants in the boot camp will receive the American heart association’s basic life support and CPR training. There are several levels of CPR certifications. CA EMT-B career boot camp offers participants the highest level of CPR certification, Health Care Provider, by the American Heart Association. This certification is one of the requirements for obtaining an EMT-B certification. An even more select few of training institutions provide a written guarantee that participants in the EMT-B boot camp will pass the EMT National Registry Certification exam.

The CA EMT-Basic career program includes hands on training that incorporates actual medical equipment as well as theory lectures. The 130 hour program packs fourteen days with some of the best instructors in the industry. That means that participants will receive twelve plus hours each day of intense training to attain their certification for EMT in California as well as other states. 100% financing covering tuition and all costs is usually available, allowing students to be free to concentrate on their education. Hotel accommodations in either a single or double occupancy room as well as all meals are included in the boot camp tuition package. Participants in the EMT boot camp will also company paramedics on a clinical ride along in an ambulance. At the end of the program, participants will receive a certificate of completion.

This is the first step in their CA EMT – B career as it makes them eligible to take the NREMT exam where they will obtain their license. If you are serious about your pursuit of this career you should go somewhere that will offert you the best marketability. This is done by attending a training school that offers multiple certifications to their students. This way, new EMTs are better prepared and are more apt to meet the needs and requirements of the agencies within the industry they will be working. A CA EMT-B career requires many skills in such areas as using a Glucometer, IV maintenance and advanced airway. These are all lifesaving skills that any one pursuing a CA EMT-Basic career should possess.

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March 23, 2009

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Steven Parbach asked:

Find Herbal Medicine Schools in the United States and Canada. Herbal medicine schools instruct students in the essentials of herbalism and botanical medicine. Students who opt to enroll in herbal medicine schools will learn that this form of medicine is one of the oldest healthcare systems known to mankind.

Typically, students who possess an interest in participating in herbal studies at one of several herbal medicine schools should have attained some education in physiology and/or anatomy prior to enrollment. This is important, as it lends to the student?s ability to better understand the philosophy and theories behind herbal medicine therapies.

While some herbal medicine schools focus primarily on traditional Chinese medicine, other herbal medicine schools may provide a wider array of classes that encompass studies in botany, botanical terminology, phytochemistry (of medicinal plants), cell chemistry, medicinal plant compounds, Ayurvedic medicine, Native American plant medicine, herbal pharmacy, diagnosis, clinic and case history; among other related topics.

Students enrolled in herbal medicine schools will gain an overall understanding of how herbal medicine is facilitated for spices, therapy and/or medicinal purposes. In addition, students will learn from which plants herbs are derived, and how to use those herbs for not only medicinal purposes, but for nutritional additives and aromatherapy. Because herb plants produce and comprise a myriad of chemical substances, students participating in studies at herbal medicine schools will also learn that 25% of prescription drugs in the US contain at least one active plant material ingredient.

Successful candidates, who have completed all course requirements through one of many herbal medicine schools can go onto achieve varying levels of herbal medicine certifications. Many of these certified herbal medicine therapists can enter the healthcare fields of Ayurvedic practitioners, homeopathic practitioners, natural health practitioners, Chinese medicine practitioners and other holistic health practitioners. In addition, astute candidates who have completed advanced training courses at one of many herbal medicine schools may utilize their knowledge and skills to help develop plant medicines for pharmaceutical researchers.

Because herbal medicine schools vary in course length, tuition costs and curriculum, it is always wise for prospective students to carefully review course outlines, prerequisites (if any) and if financial aid options are available. Generally speaking, herbal medicine schools are growing in quantity because the demand for alternative and natural medicine is concurrently on the rise. Students and even current health professionals who are seeking a rewarding alternative in health care will find that gaining a comprehensive education through any one of numerous herbal medicine schools can only benefit one?s personal and professional growth.

To learn more about the benefits of herbal medicine or to locate herbal medicine schools near you, feel free to peruse our healing arts schools and holistic health practitioners’ directories. Find your dream job! Let education within fast-growing industries like herbal medicine, massage therapy, acupuncture, oriental medicine, natural healing, and others get you started! Explore career school programs near you now!

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March 23, 2009

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Unitek Collge asked:

There are myriad reasons for you to focus your efforts towards building a career as a medical assistant! Although the medical assistant profession can be very challenging, involving a lot of dedication and responsibility, it also brings many financial and personal satisfactions. Undoubtedly, medical assistants have always been considered to be major components of the healthcare industry, fulfilling a set of vital roles in the medical offices. As a medical assistant, you have the opportunity to offer a very important service to the community, by participating actively in the ongoing process of patients’ care and by channeling your efforts towards improving the patients’ health.

Unlike other professions in the medical field, the medical assistant profession involves a lot of interaction and communication, both with the monitored patients and with other members of the medical staff. Thus, besides being the main healthcare provider for patients, as a medical assistant you also have the opportunity to offer patients a lot of moral support. Due to its eclectic nature and the pronounced level of interaction with people, the medical assistant profession is considered to be a very demanding profession, requiring a wide range of practical and theoretical skills, good decision making abilities, good communication skills and nevertheless, a lot of talent!

Although a career as a medical assistant can be very challenging, it also brings a lot of satisfaction! Apart from the noble and altruistic nature of the profession which allows practitioners to offer an important service to the community, ensuring the well-being of patients, the medical assistant profession is also very lucrative and financially stable. While an inexperienced medical assistant may at first earn an annual $20,000 salary, fully qualified medical assistants may eventually earn more than $40, 000 a year. Due to the ongoing development and expansion of the healthcare industry, the request for medical assistants is very acute in present and it is expected to further grow in the coming years, thus rendering the medical assistant career stable and secure on professional level. In addition, well-trained medical assistants have very good prospects for promotion in the medical field, being able to qualify for various administrative occupations or become medical technology professionals.

In order to fulfill your dream of becoming a qualified medical assistant, it is very important not to neglect your professional training. Keep in mind that proper medical assistant training is crucial for becoming certified and acquiring important credentials in a short period of time. At first, medical assistant training focuses on familiarizing you with the basics, later helping you to further expand your knowledge and overall practical skills required. The best thing to do in order to ensure a secure career in the field is to attend a high quality medical assistant training program at a highly recognized medical assistant school. By attending to a good medical assistant school, you will be able to polish your skills as a medical assistant and become a true professional in your branch. The medical assistant training you will receive in a highly recognized medical assistant school will greatly increase your chances of obtaining your desired certifications and accreditations from the first try, allowing you to build the scaffolds of a promising career in no time!

There are various medical assistant schools out there, each of them offering different advantages and disadvantages. The trick to finding the most appropriate medical assistant school for you is to carefully decide upon the level of professional medical assistant training you wish to achieve and to analyze the resources you benefit from; you should know exactly how much time, money and effort you are willing to invest in your medical assistant training long before you start attending to the courses of a certain medical assistant school. For instance, although they may offer similar credentials, some medical assistant schools have the advantage of allowing students to graduate sooner than others.

In order to find out exactly what to expect from a certain kind of medical assistant training offered by a given medical assistant school, it is very important to do a little research before choosing the most appropriate educational program for you. After you have decided upon a medical assistant training program, you should maintain your motivation levels high and work hard to achieve your pre-established goals. While some training programs may be better than others, and some medical assistant schools may be more popular than others, in the end the success of your medical assistant career is direct proportional with your motivation, dedication and not to mention, talent!

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