Electrocardiograph Technician

Duties and responsibilities:

Electrocardiograph (ECG or EKG) technicians usually work under the supervision of cardiologists in hospitals, doctors’ offices, clinics, or bedside. They operate electrocardiogram equipment to monitor patients’ heart problems. They:

· Connect electrodes to patients.

· Insert and remove catheters.

· Monitor equipment output.

· Record test results.

· Identify emergencies or abnormalities.

· Operate ultrasound equipment.

Average salary: $15,000 - $32,000


Educational requirements:

Electrocardiograph technicians must have a high school diploma or GED before beginning specialized training.

Electrocardiograph training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases through on-the-job supervised experience. Basic training takes three to six months. Advanced training takes one to two years.

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Student Success Statement

    “You cannot do wrong and feel right. It is impossible.”

Ezra T. Benson

Reflection: what this quote means to me is that when you do something that you know you shouldn’t have done, it’s not possible for you to feel any pride of what you have done.

Ex: lying to your parents, instead of telling the truth. It’s not possible to go on with life feeling good knowing you have lied to them.

Registered Dietitian

Duties and responsibilities:

Registered dietitians provide advice and education about nutrition and its effect on health. They work in schools, educational administration, research, hospitals, clinics, industry, food service management, and private practice. Registered dietitians:

· Organize and supervise food service operations and meal preparation.

· Make dietary recommendations.

· Counsel patients and clients about diets.

· Supervise food purchasing.

· Study the nutritional value of food and how it is used by the body.

Average Salary: $30,000 - $40,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take a challenging high school curriculum that includes math and science courses. High school business courses may also prove helpful.

A bachelor’s degree in dietetics or a related field approved by the American Dietetic Association is required. Registered dietitians must also pass a professional exam and complete a supervised practicum. 

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Student Success Statement

“I think it better to do right, even if we suffer in so doing, than to incur the reproach of our consciences.”

Robert E. Lee

Reflection: what I believe this quote means is that when you’re in a situation in which doing what’s right is believed not to be the best for YOU, you should always do what’s correct because it’s better than having to go on with life feeling guilty.

Dietetic Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Dietetic technicians assist dietitians in evaluating, organizing, and conducting nutrition services and programs for schools, hospitals, and industry. They:

· Gather and evaluate diet histories.
· Assist in planning patient meals.
· Provide nutritional counseling.
· Conduct food service operations.
· Oversee food preparation and service.
· Maintain records.

Average Salary: $16,000 - $30,000

Educational Requirements:

Students wanting to become dietetic technicians should graduate from high school with a well-rounded program. High school business courses may prove helpful.

Dietetic technicians must complete a two year associate’s Degree program that is accepted by the American Dietetic Association. They must then pass a Commission on Dietetics Registration examination.

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Student Success Statement

“The right way is not always the popular and easy way. Standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character.”

Margaret Chase Smith

Reflection: what I believe this quote means is that when you’re put in a situation in which the hardest way out is the most difficult, and everyone else is using the easiest way, you should always be the one to choose the right way and do what’s right and feel proud towards yourself for doing the right thing. J

Example: you have to run the mile, everyone is either walking or cheating by double stamping themselves, instead of you doing the same and being dishonest, you should just do your best and not do what others are doing. You have to live the high way (x

Dental Laboratory Technician

Duties and responsibilities:

Dental laboratory technicians specialize in different areas of dental and orthodontic work. Their jobs usually include making and repairing dentures, crowns, and braces. They work in dental schools, commercial dental clinics, and for manufacturers of dental laboratory technicians:

· Repair denture linings.

· Choose and mount replacement teeth.

· Construct denture frames.

· Identify needed prostheses repairs.

· Make and fix braces.

· Cast plaster dental molds.

· Clean and polish prostheses.

Average salary: $22,000 - $33,000

Educational requirements:

Dental laboratory technicians must have a high school diploma or GED certificate before starting dental laboratory training.

Dental laboratory technicians must attend a community college, vocational school, or dental school to learn their skills. Programs are usually two years in length.

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