Student Success Statement 

"i will persists , until i succeed"
- Og Mandino

In today's quote it shows you how even when you feel every thing coming down , it means that you are one more step closer to succeed don't give up , because you will be successful .

Perfusionist 

Duties and Responsibilities :  

Their Responsibilities are to operate circulation equipment during medical situations , when a patient need assistance with artificially replace the patient s  circulatory or respiratory functions . This is usually happens during  heart surgery or similar operations . Their duties is also to control temperature of a patient during surgery .  This includes :

•  Operating heart-lung machines 
• Administrating some types of anesthesia 
• Administering some types of medication  

Salary :

$50,000

Education :

It is required  that you must completed high school courses such as Biology and chemistry , and a diploma . This is required in order to be accepted in training programs . Admissions preference is given to students with college science work or experience in respiratory therapy and medical terminology. 

Training programs are giving by academic health centers and medical schools or universities . The are hands on , practical training . this course can include 150 procedures to include 20 pediatric and infant cases .

Reflection :
 This sounds like and interesting career . Yet i don't see myself in this field . It is something that im not interested in . 

Choose the Right !!!

Student Success Statement 

"Nothing in the world can take the palace of Persistence .

TALENT will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent .

GENIUS will not : unrewarded genius is almost a proverb . 

EDUCATION will not ; the world is full of educated derelicts . 

Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan 'Press on ' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race . "

- President Calvin Coolidge 

30th president of US (1872-1933)

- In this quote today it tells you that you will live a life of risk . A life that when you want to be someone you will be rejected . But as you feel rejected don give up keep trying ! you will have to go through many no's, till you get that one  yes . Then you'll know that it was okay to fail many times because you know your one more step to reaching your DREAMS.

Patient Representative

 Duties and Responsibilities :

A Patient Representative work for in a health care administrators to address patients concerns and special needs .Patient Representatives also evaluate patients satisfactions , collect information , inform themselves from any complaints , and a patients satisfaction . They are also to work in departments that resolve a patients problem , they are also to educate staff . 

Patients Representatives usually work in hospitals , nursing  homes , long-term facilities, or in  public health agencies .  

Salary : 

$20,000-$40,000

Education ; 

Student must have completed courses such courses such as science, math , and English in High school .  

It is Required , but most employers prefer for a college graduate with a background of health or social services . It is also required to experience or course work in conflict resolution . 

Reflection : 

In this career it would be something that i wouldn't take in consideration , It is a career that i im not really interested in . 

                                    student success statement

" NO student ever attains eminent success by simply doing what is requiered of him/her' it is the amount and excellence of what is over and above the required that determines the greatness of ultimate distection. "

- charles kendall adams, american historian.

- what i think this quote means is to always go above your limits never stop reaching and being better at what you are trying to do with your success .

Optical laboratory technician.

Duties and responsibilities: 

optical laboratory technicians grind and fit eye glasses lenses into frames according to prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists. Technicians set lens grinding machine so that lens blanks are ground and polished. They then fit the polished lenses into eye glasses frames and, depending upon where they work, fit the frames to the patients, some ophthalmic technician work in optical laboratories or for optometrists or ophthalmologists. Many work in retail stores that have optical departments.

Average salary : 

$15,000 - $20,000

Educational requirements: 

a high diploma or GED certificate is needed to begin optical laboratory training. Training programs last between six months and one year and are provided by vocational schools and community colleges. Some retail store optical departments provide on-the-job training.

Reflection : 

In my opinion i wouldn't like to do this as a career , it is not the field that im not interested .

CHOOSE THE RIGHT !

Student Success Statement 

"Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement "

- Matt Biondi 

 Olympic Gold Medal Winner , World Record holder 

In today's quote it shows you that as long as you keep trying to do what you want to do , you will get their and will not be a failure. Continue to stat positive and work hard for what you want to accomplish . You are the key to success .

Osteopathic Physician , D.O.

(D.O.= Doctor Of )

Duties and Responsibilities : 

Osteopathic Physician treat inguries and diseases . They also do the practice in all branches of medicine and surgery like allopathic Physicians (M.D. s ) that differ from emphasizing the importance of the musculoketal system , holistic medicine. proper nutrition , and environmental factors in maintain good health . Unlike Osteopaths use hands-on approach to medicine and are frequently manipulate or palpate a part of diagnosis and treatment .Osteopathic mainly work in hospitals or private practice. The majority of Osteopathic are general practitioners , family practitioners , and emergency medicine specialists .

Salary ; $110,000

Education ;

 To become an Osteopathic Physicians you must of taken courses in your high school years including (AP or IB courses ) also math , science , and English . all your three to four year you must attend a medicals school . For undergraduates they are required to admissions in all medical schools . the admission includes taking a one year basic of chemistry , one year of organic chemistry , one year of biology , and a one year of physics. Some medicals schools require course work in calculus , English , the humanities , or social science . They are also to take an internship before having the practice of osteopathic physicians . Also a three- year  residency in tier specialty .

Reflection :

 In My opinion is something i am not interested in doing . I don't really see me doing this in my future seem a lot of time consuming . 

Student Success Statement 

The answers to these questions will determine your success or failure : 

1. Can people trust me  to do what's right ?

2. Am i committed to doing my very best ?

3. Do i treat people the way i want to be treated ?

If the answer  to these questions are YES , there is mo way you can fail .

- Lou Holtz

1 .Yes , people can trust me to do whats right 

2. I try my best to be very committed to do my very best 

3. I do treat people the way i want to be treated 

In this reflection it really makes you ask your self and reflect if you can do your very best to success and for people to really trust you . Elaborating my answers proves me that i can trust even myself in doing the things that i really want ti accomplish witch makes me really excited to work hard and be honest and reach for success the honest way . 

Optometrist 

Duties & Responsibilities :  

 An  Optometrist responsibility is to treat a pastiness vision .  They are to treat and diagnose a patients problem and write them a prescription . They prescribe corrective eyeglasses , contact lenses , or vision therapy . some specialize in industrial vision safety , treatment , of vision related learning disabilities and environmental vision care . Optometrist are commonly self employed , although some work in hospitals , government agencies , optical manufactures or universities .


Average salary : 
$78,000

Educational Requirements :

To become a Optometrist you must have completed course such as AP or IB in Math , science , & English in high school . It is required to have at least two years of college for entering as a optometrist . Optometrist school takes about four years required .Before  obtaining a degree  of doctor of Optometry  , you must have passed  the state exams before starting to practice .  

Reflection ; 
In my opinion i wouldn't like to be in this career , seem like you have to be very patient  and i myself isn't really patient . I personally wouldn't like to be a Optometrist . 

Student Success Statement 

"Never look to the ground for your next step . Greatness belongs to those who look to the horizon . " 

- Bud Greenspan 

In today's quote is about how never look down and give up on your dream goals . Always look up and go straight to accomplish your dream goals , and become successful  for what you want . 

Orthotist 

Duties and Responsibilities :  

 Their duties are to work with  patients that need extra help on support for their muscles , spine , or limbs . Orthotist also design , make and fit apparatus made of plastic , wood , leather , and metal that helps to align limbs that grow in crooked manner . Orthotist work closely with physicians , that give a patient a prescription for an orthotist device . Physicians can also call Orthotist to plan and design a device needed for a patient . Orthotist can work in clinics, or other private business . 

Average Salary : 

$25.000- $40,000

Educational Requirements : 

In order to become an Orthotist you must complete courses such as math , science , and English during high school . Some colleges and universities offer a bachelor degree , These programs include courses in anatomy, Physics , mathematics , mechanical drawing , and the practice  use of materials used for the making of devices . After a year of experience  , you can apply for a certification . 

Reflection :  In my opinion this sounds like a interesting career . Although in my opinion i don't really seem to have an interest in this career . It isn't something that i would like to be in the future , or persueing this as a career in the future . 

The Importance of physical Commitment 

They way i commit myself   in staying healthy is , by keeping a positive mind . Throwing out all the negative , and stay away with the things that are unhealthy for me . I will work out more and choose to eat healthier . Help others make the same choice i am  making .Making the right choices in keeping myself healthy by not falling under the influence of drugs and alcoholism , that rewinds peoples life's and stability of living . I choose to be happy and be responsible with the actions that i make to be healthy . I refuse to follow others peoples mistakes that have taking them to addiction , depression , death , the  list goes on . I promise to influence people in making the good decisions in life  that can lead them to a happy and healthy life . 

Choose the right !!! 

Student Success Statement 

" Physical Fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body , its is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity . The relationship between the soundness of the body and the activities of the minds is subtle and complex . Much is not yet understood . But we do know what the Greeks knew : That intelligence and skill can only function at the peak of their capacity when the body is healthy and strong ."

- President John F . Kennedy 

If you keep your self , your body healthy . Not only would your body would be healthy but your mind . Keeping a balance of equal decisions  you make as for making the good decisions in your life . What helps you choose this is maintain  the balance of keeping your health , healthy and strong in order to find success and be inspiring . 

Optician

Duties and Responsibilities:

  An Optician responsibility is to fit and dispense eyeglasses for patients based on prescriptions that were written by an ophthalmologist or optometrists. Their duties are to help customers select eyeglasses frames and then measure their faces to the correct frame size and the order them.  They are to also measure the distance between the corneas of the eyes so the lenses fit properly into the frames.   Other Opticians specialize in just making measurements in contact lens and artificial eyes.  There is also the ability for opticians to have their own store or work for an optical store.  Others work in for optometrists and ophthalmologist that sell glasses as well.

Average Salary:

 $ 19,000-$40,000

Educational Requirements:

   Those who are interested in choosing this career you must have a high school diploma or GED certificate that is needed for training as an Optician. You must also complete courses such as physics, algebra, mechanical drawing, and geometry during your high school years.  There are two types of training programs. You can either complete a two or a yearlong in school for opticianry or can have a job approved as a job apprenticeship. 

Student Success Statement 

" Hold yourself responsible for a  higher stander  than anybody else expects you to never excuse yourself "

- Hennry Ward Beecher 

what this quote means is that keep up to your standers and expectations , and never make excuses that you cant do anything that you want . But rather say that you can and will accomplish them .

Ophthalmic Technician 

Duties and Responsibility :

Ophthalmic Technicians  or technologists , collect information and measurements to allow the correct diagnoses and treatment of eye diseases and problems such as . They work in hospitals , clinics , or the ophthalmologist in private practice. Their duties usually include to perform eye exams , assist with eye surgery or explain diagnostic and procedures to patients. 

Salary ; $14,000-$25,000 

Education Requirements ; 

Students interested to become a Ophthalmic Technician must have a high school diploma or a GED certificate. You need a two year of college prier to beginning your ophthalmic training programs . This programs can take two years to complete. 

Reflection ; Choosing this as a career is something that i don't see myself doing in the future, is just something that dosent get my attention to be .

Ophthalmologists

Duties and Responsibilities;

Their responsibilities are to specialize in the treatment of eye disorders and diseases. They are to treat patients with vision problems and write prescriptions for both pharmaceuticals and corrective eyeglasses lenses.  If it is necessary, they are also to perform eye surgery. For most ophthalmologists work in private practices, and work in hospitals, clinics or some perform research.

Salary:

 $90,000-$150,000

Education:

Physicians are the only one who may be able to study to become a Ophthalmologists. Once completing medical school and an internship, you must complete a three to Five year residency in an approved ophthalmology program. Once completing the residency program they are to pass an exam to be certified.

Reflection:

In this kind of study I don’t really see myself enjoying this as a career choice. It is really just something that I wouldn't choose to do as a career.

progress report post 

My progress report little by little i am 

improving , how well i have been reading my goals list almost every day . I have been trying to reach my goals and most of all not giving  up on my goals . Accomplish one goal sofar to take my classwork more seriously and turn it in on time , and hope to have more goals on my list . One of my goals that i want to accomplish to pass my math cahsee . 

Choose the Right 

Student Success Statement 

" Goal setting is a goal getting , Set and Get "

Mark Victor Hansen 

What Mr . Hansen   means by this quote in my opinion is  as you set your  goal , and not give up on it you push yourself to reaching that goal .The  harder you try to reach your goal you will accomplish it .

Operating Room Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operating Room Technicians are also known for surgical Technologist. Their job is to assist in operating rooms for surgery. Their Responsibilities are to have surgical tools ready such like, sterile bandages, linens, special fluids, and other equipment needed for surgery. They also help doctors by handing them the tools needed during surgery. Their duty is to count sponges needed and needles before and after surgery. One of their other responsibilities is to deliver specimens to hospitals laboratories for analysis. Once operations are over they are to take patients to the recovery room.

Salary: $16,000-$22,000

Educational Requirements:   

In order to be an Operating room technician it is required to have high school diploma or GED certificate.  Vocational and junior colleges offer programs in operating room technology, & offer training which also is offered in hospitals. Programs may take as long as a year to two years.  You will be trained in medical terminology, physiology, & sterilization methods. in order to complete your  training you must pass the Association of surgical technologist to become certified .

Reflection:

In my opinion, taking a career choice in this field would be something that I would consider in taking because I've always said if I ever go into the medical field I would choose something like this, something that has to do with surgery.