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ing goes right and you find just the right fit on your first try. More often it takes more time and effort. We put together a list of some common stumbling blocks on the job hunt and a few tips to help you get over them.
Healthcare practices change over time and we have to make sure NHA certification exams accurately test the most current and relevant tasks in each profession we serve. So, every few years NHA consults with a lot of healthcare experts, and conducts nationwide job analysis research to update or create a new test plan for a given exam.
Depending on the profession (medical assistant, phlebotomy, etc.), a test plan could change a little or a lot. Some professions are evolving rapidly and others are changing, but not as fast. That can make it hard to know at-a-glance the difference between a new and a previous test plan. That’s where the exam crosswalk comes in.
Does your upcoming certification exam feel like a mystery? Wondering what’s going to be on it?
Enter, the NHA certification exam test plan.
There is a different test plan for each of NHA’s certification exams available for students and the trainers and instructors who are preparing them for the test. The test plan is used as the guide for creating the exam, as well as building the content in NHA study guides and practice tests*, and while it won’t teach you what you need to know to pass the test, it can be a helpful free resource for planning your studying – but how do you read one?
A question that comes up often for anyone completing their education or transitioning to a new allied health career is how to get that FIRST job.
Even though there is no “one right way” to land that first job, we’ve pulled together some strategies and actions you can take to demonstrate that you’re the right fit for the job you’re applying for.
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#NHAcertified is an accomplishment that reflects your dedication to your career success. It shows you value having access to the most up-to-date industry information. And a current up-to-date credentials demonstrates to your employer (or future employer) that you've been keeping up with your continuing education.
Wondering what it’s like to be a certified allied healthcare professional? We asked Nicole (CPT), Rachel (CMAA), and Adelaide (CCMA), why they chose to earn, and maintain their certification.
The healthcare field is constantly evolving. Since your NHA certification expires every two years, renewing your certification shows your employer that you're committed to keeping pace with developments in the field and that you can ensure safety and efficiency in the workplace at all times.
More reasons to renew include:
- You want to continue or pursue a career in allied health
- Your employer requires it
- You worked hard to earn your credentials and don't want to lose them
- You want to improve your chances of getting a promotion
- Continued access to exclusive NHA benefits and offers
Ready to get started but unsure of the process or have other questions? We got your back!
First and foremost, click here if you have a Pharmacy Technician Certification. Your steps are a little different. Next, determine whether you're renewing or reinstating a certification:
- You're renewing if the certification has not already expired.
- You don't need to retake the certification exam as long as you complete the required 10 Continuing Education credits to renew. Courses to earn your CE credits come free with your certification, though CE fees still apply.
- You're reinstating if the certification has expired.
- You don't need to retake the certification exam if your certification expired as long as you're within one year of the expiration date. You can renew but you'll need to complete 15 total CE credits and additional fees will apply.
- And if you hold multiple certifications, you only need 10 total CE credits. If you're reinstating, you only need 15 total credits. Great right? (Learn why allied health workers are earning multiple credentials here.)
In light of National Humor Month, we're sharing seven of our favorite healthcare jokes, stories and puns.
Whether you're an allied health student, teacher, professional or employer, taking five minutes to read this post is your prescription for a little fun.
After all, laughter is the best medicine.
Successful externships? Check. 90% exam pass rates? Check. Quality job placements? Check. But what sets these health care career tech programs apart? Keeping up with student progress using a comprehensive set of tools.
While health science may be the subject Rená Kuehler is teaching to high school students in Amarillo, Texas, it’s the self-sufficiency, stability and humility she sees develop in her students over time that are the real fruits of her labor.
“They gain confidence, they walk taller, they start to become determined and focused professionals,” says Kuehler.