The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports in its 2010-2011 edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook that jobs in health clubs, fitness facilities and other settings are expected to increase by 29 percent from 2008 to 2018. Fitness...
AHIMA stands for the American Health Information Management Association. Health information management (HIM) was once simply the management of medical records, but it extends far beyond that role in the twenty-first century. Electronic record...
If you like working with children, and are passionate about helping them experience the best quality of life possible when sick or going through challenging times, then becoming a child life specialist might be the ideal occupation for you. Taking...
Knowing how many calories you need per day is important to maintain, lose or gain weight. The amount of calories needed daily differs between people and depends on height, weight, age and daily activity level. Once you know the amount of calories...
An athletic trainer is a health professional who can prevent and treat injuries for athletes. An athletic trainer's scope of practice is outlined in the six domains of athletic training: Injury prevention and risk management; recognition,...
The Georgia Nature-Based Tourism Association (GNTA) promotes low-impact, environmentally responsible tourist activities that conserve natural resources while bringing economic benefits to local communities. In Georgia, you can explore a variety of...
It is a good plan of action to have short-term and long-term career objectives that will help you work toward your professional goals. Personal assessments in terms of what you like about your work and opportunities for advancement should be...
In its fact sheet on planning and implementing effective early childhood education, the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory (NCREL) says it is ideal to begin developing a program by establishing a task force comprised of educators,...
When you are an athletic trainer you will supply treatment for health care or physically active individuals with prevention, recognition and rehabilitation of injuries that are caused during physical activity. You work as a physician's assistant,...
Personal hygiene has an often overlooked impact on many aspects of your life. Just as good hygiene can have health benefits, poor personal hygiene can have a negative impact. Good hygiene involves personal cleanliness, attention to personal health...
Pensacola may be known for its beautiful white sandy beaches along Florida's famous Gulf Coast, but the city also offers a diverse population, a rich culture and a variety of outdoor activities. One of the best ways to meet people with similar...
CURE states that when a person has had two or more seizures that have not been provoked by specific events such as trauma, infection, fever or chemical change, he is considered to have epilepsy. More than 3 million persons are affected by...
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. The largest reservoir of calcium is found in bone, giving it strength and form. Calcium also plays roles in chemical reactions such as blood clotting, as well as signaling in nerves and muscle...
Ultrasound training is necessary for people who wish to work as diagnostic medical sonographers or vascular technologists, health occupations that involve the use of the ultrasound machine. Because ultrasound equipment uses sophisticated...
Athletic trainers focus on the the prevention, diagnosis, assessment, treatment, prevention and rehabilitation of athletes. Athletic trainers work under the supervision of a licensed medical doctor to treat and prevent athletic injuries. According...
The Bartenieff Fundamentals of Movement are grounded in the belief that how your body moves is closely linked with your mental perceptions and interactions with the world. This concept provides an opening to promote total integration of your body...
A physical therapist is a trained professional who works in conjunction with doctors and other healthcare providers to help restore function and the use of injured body parts that involve the musculoskeletal system. Restoring quality of life,...
The phrase "personal excellence" has plenty of interpretations, but at its core is the idea that you can always be more productive, more focused, more organized, more mindful, more content, healthier and better aware in your journey of personal...
If you are an athlete or are interested in athletic performance, a career as a strength and conditioning trainer may be a good profession for you. To become a strength and conditioning trainer, also referred to as a specialist or coach, you need...
According to Scholastic, your child will learn a variety of literacy skills that will enable her to comprehend what she reads. Building your child's comprehension happens through writing, phonics, letter knowledge and vocabulary. You can play a...
A tracheostomy is needed for a child with birth complications such as a narrow airway, disorders that affect swallowing or extreme prematurity. A child might also need a tracheostomy for prolonged help with breathing, leaving the mouth and nose...
People who study exercise science have opportunities to educate others about how to live healthier lives. Alternatively, some people who want to study exercise science are unable to attend traditional classes and can benefit from the flexibility...
Teaching in any state requires a college education, though some states are more specific about course work and your major area of study. No matter where you live, becoming a gym or physical education teacher, while not difficult, does require a...
Brian Tracy is an author and entrepreneur who specializes in personal and professional development. He is recognized around the world as an expert on success psychology, goal-setting, leadership, business strategy and sales.
Goals are vital to getting things done. Without goals, you can wander throughout the day doing little actions here and there without achieving much. Smart goals enable you to accomplish much more because they cause you to focus. They also allow...
The name Reebok has become a staple in the fitness industry. Since the 1980s Reebok has been involved in the development of step aerobics, aerobics, strength and flexibility training. The Reebok Instructor Alliance was created to provide...
Athletic trainers are certified by the Board of Certification, BOC, through an examination processes following completion of their education. The certification exam assesses the knowledge of candidates in the areas of prevention, clinical...
International athletic training is a concept in which professional sports trainers and students learning to become trainers incorporate techniques, skills and ideas from a variety of cultures into their own approach to helping athletes. It happens...
Professional organizations are present in every occupational field, including athletic training. The National Athletic Trainers' Association is an established organization that serves certified athletic trainers, those who are studying to become...
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