Care + Career

      Resources, news and fun for NHA certification candidates and alumni.

      Jessica Salley

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      Healthcare Job Seekers: Beware of These Social Media Mistakes

      Your first impression happens before you even step foot into your interview. Employers are getting to know you online first, meaning your social media presence can help you — or hinder you — in getting a healthcare job.

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      How to get your allied health certification

      So you’ve decided to invest in your future and get certified. Congratulations! Now what?

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      How to stress less on test day

      You’ve studied and prepared as much as you could. Your ready to start your healthcare career. Now the day has arrived — it’s time to take your NHA certification exam.

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      Do you really need a healthcare certification?

      Some allied health jobs require certification. Some don’t.

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      4 things to do after your certification exam

      You made a decision that can change your life. You trained. You studied. You prepared. You took the exam. Now what?

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      What Does It Mean to be Certified?

      You’re thinking about making a career change. Or you’re already in allied health and you want to further your career. You consider getting certified as a CCMA, CET, CBCS, CPT, CEHRS, CPCT/A, CMAA, CPhT …

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      Tips for landing an allied health job

      Whether you’re already in an allied health field and are looking for your next step … or you just earned your credential and are searching for your first allied health job, the task can seem daunting. Where do you begin? How do you know where to look? How do you know what they’re looking for? Here are a few tips, specifically for the allied health field, to help you on your job search.

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      Signs it’s time to make a career change

      Do you find yourself dreaming about a different career? It’s normal to envision a different life — but how can we tell when it’s time to act on those dreams?

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      6 reasons medical assistants love their jobs

      Being a healthcare professional means more than a paycheck. It’s a rewarding career that comes with intangible benefits (and tangible ones too). Here are six reasons medical assistants love their jobs.

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      The weird history of phlebotomy

      Modern phlebotomy has ancient roots in bloodletting. Keep reading to learn about the weird history of this strange practice.

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