Career Journal #1-911 Operater
Education/Training/Certifications:
In order to become a 911 operator you need to have at least a high school diploma and take a series of training that usually take anywhere from 3-6 months. Training involves learning how to use radio equipment and broadcasting as well as communication skills and stress management. CPR certification and an emergency medical dispatch course might also be required.
Responsibilities/Daily Activities:
911 operators receive emergency calls and obtain the information needed to decide the course of actions that should be taken. They are required to create and maintain log calls to give a report as often as necessary. 911 operators decide how many and what kind of emergency service units are to be sent to the scene. While sending help, 911 operators keep communication with the callers and give first-aid instructions if necessary.
Salary:
Most 911 operators/dispatchers get paid an average of $35,000-$45,000 or an hourly rate of $18.01.
Pros:
-I would wanna know what's been going on around my neighborhood
-It would be nice to help people if they needed it, even if i didn't know them at all
Cons:
-The average salary isn't that much
-I can be good at multi-tasking for certain things, but it can also be really hard to do especially as a 911 operator where you have to do a lot of talking and doing at the same time
Interest in the job:
On a scale of 1-10, my interest in being a 911 operator is probably around a 6 just because of multi-tasking, which isn't really my thing.
In order to become a 911 operator you need to have at least a high school diploma and take a series of training that usually take anywhere from 3-6 months. Training involves learning how to use radio equipment and broadcasting as well as communication skills and stress management. CPR certification and an emergency medical dispatch course might also be required.
Responsibilities/Daily Activities:
911 operators receive emergency calls and obtain the information needed to decide the course of actions that should be taken. They are required to create and maintain log calls to give a report as often as necessary. 911 operators decide how many and what kind of emergency service units are to be sent to the scene. While sending help, 911 operators keep communication with the callers and give first-aid instructions if necessary.
Salary:
Most 911 operators/dispatchers get paid an average of $35,000-$45,000 or an hourly rate of $18.01.
Pros:
-I would wanna know what's been going on around my neighborhood
-It would be nice to help people if they needed it, even if i didn't know them at all
Cons:
-The average salary isn't that much
-I can be good at multi-tasking for certain things, but it can also be really hard to do especially as a 911 operator where you have to do a lot of talking and doing at the same time
Interest in the job:
On a scale of 1-10, my interest in being a 911 operator is probably around a 6 just because of multi-tasking, which isn't really my thing.
Career Journal #2-Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic
Education/Training/Certification:
In order to become an Emergency Medical Technician aka EMT, you would need to complete a post-secondary educational program. All states require EMT's to be licensed; requirements vary by state. EMT's usually complete a course that takes between 120 and 150 hours. Paramedic classes take longer, between 1,200 and 1,800 hours. In this situation, you learn how to give CPR, give oxygen, help people who have asthma attacks or allergies, and etc. For more advanced skills, you would learn how to start intravenous lines, help people who went through trauma and so forth.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
EMT's respond to emergencies from anyone who may be having a heart attack to multi-vehicle accidents on the highway at the same time. EMT's are mostly in ambulances or being transported by air as well. They provide first-line medical or emergency care for patients that are sick or have any type of injury. They operate in teams with one person doing one thing and another doing something else. EMT's conduct basic, noninvasive interventions to help save lives and reduce harm at emergency sites. They provide the majority of out-of-hospital care.
Salary:
EMT's get an average salary of $31,020.
Pros:
-You would get to save many lives when you can with people who have severe injuries
-You can learn advanced skills to where you can become a pro at saving people's lives
Cons:
-There would be a lot of multi-tasking that could happen anywhere
-You would be dealing with patients who might have really bad sickness/injury
Interests in the Job:
On a scale of 1-10, I would give this job a 6 also, because of the multi-tasking that is more advanced than being a 911 operator.
Resources:
http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/Career/43/Emergency_Medical_TechnicianParamedic#Tab=Overview
In order to become an Emergency Medical Technician aka EMT, you would need to complete a post-secondary educational program. All states require EMT's to be licensed; requirements vary by state. EMT's usually complete a course that takes between 120 and 150 hours. Paramedic classes take longer, between 1,200 and 1,800 hours. In this situation, you learn how to give CPR, give oxygen, help people who have asthma attacks or allergies, and etc. For more advanced skills, you would learn how to start intravenous lines, help people who went through trauma and so forth.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
EMT's respond to emergencies from anyone who may be having a heart attack to multi-vehicle accidents on the highway at the same time. EMT's are mostly in ambulances or being transported by air as well. They provide first-line medical or emergency care for patients that are sick or have any type of injury. They operate in teams with one person doing one thing and another doing something else. EMT's conduct basic, noninvasive interventions to help save lives and reduce harm at emergency sites. They provide the majority of out-of-hospital care.
Salary:
EMT's get an average salary of $31,020.
Pros:
-You would get to save many lives when you can with people who have severe injuries
-You can learn advanced skills to where you can become a pro at saving people's lives
Cons:
-There would be a lot of multi-tasking that could happen anywhere
-You would be dealing with patients who might have really bad sickness/injury
Interests in the Job:
On a scale of 1-10, I would give this job a 6 also, because of the multi-tasking that is more advanced than being a 911 operator.
Resources:
http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/Career/43/Emergency_Medical_TechnicianParamedic#Tab=Overview
Career Journal #3-Crime Scene Investigator
Education/Training/Certifications:
To become a Crime Scene Investigator which is also known as CSI, you would need a two-year degree. Others would want a bachelor's or a masters' degree with a lot of studying that includes scientific subjects and criminal justice. The education requirements are set by the hiring agency. If you wanted to be a CSI, contact the police department and ask for more information about becoming a CSI. A perfect record isn't required, but they do background checks, so at least keep your record clean. Academic Requirements would include taking science courses, participating in science fairs that would be about solving mysteries, practice public speaking to build confidence, major in chemistry, and so forth. Your mainly focusing on different kinds of science. You would need all the possible information you can get in order to solve the crime.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Crime Scene Investigators can also be known as evidence technicians, crime scene technician,forensic investigator, and more. CSI's mostly spend their time in the field working at crime scenes. Their responsibilities on working as a CSI is to secure the crime scene, take detailed measurements, sketch what they investigate, take photographs, document evidence on where it took place, and so on. Crime Scene Investigators also collect evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, trace materials, hair and fibers, and biological evidence found at the crime scene. Once the investigating is done, they transfer everything they've found into the lab.
Salary:
CSI's get a salary of $27,683-$52,471.
Pros:
-It would be interesting to investigate a crime scene for the first time
-You can solve crimes that you'd think would be impossible
Cons:
-The academic requirements seems to be a lot of work
-The job is messy, smelly, long and physically demanding
Interests in the Job:
I would give this job a rating of 5 because the job would include being a messy one and i still do think it would be interesting to solve a crime.
Resources:
http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/career/124/crime_scene_investigator_csi#Tab=Overview
To become a Crime Scene Investigator which is also known as CSI, you would need a two-year degree. Others would want a bachelor's or a masters' degree with a lot of studying that includes scientific subjects and criminal justice. The education requirements are set by the hiring agency. If you wanted to be a CSI, contact the police department and ask for more information about becoming a CSI. A perfect record isn't required, but they do background checks, so at least keep your record clean. Academic Requirements would include taking science courses, participating in science fairs that would be about solving mysteries, practice public speaking to build confidence, major in chemistry, and so forth. Your mainly focusing on different kinds of science. You would need all the possible information you can get in order to solve the crime.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Crime Scene Investigators can also be known as evidence technicians, crime scene technician,forensic investigator, and more. CSI's mostly spend their time in the field working at crime scenes. Their responsibilities on working as a CSI is to secure the crime scene, take detailed measurements, sketch what they investigate, take photographs, document evidence on where it took place, and so on. Crime Scene Investigators also collect evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, trace materials, hair and fibers, and biological evidence found at the crime scene. Once the investigating is done, they transfer everything they've found into the lab.
Salary:
CSI's get a salary of $27,683-$52,471.
Pros:
-It would be interesting to investigate a crime scene for the first time
-You can solve crimes that you'd think would be impossible
Cons:
-The academic requirements seems to be a lot of work
-The job is messy, smelly, long and physically demanding
Interests in the Job:
I would give this job a rating of 5 because the job would include being a messy one and i still do think it would be interesting to solve a crime.
Resources:
http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/career/124/crime_scene_investigator_csi#Tab=Overview
Career Journal #4-Toxicologist
Education/Training/Certifications:
Being a toxicologists includes having a methodical, scientific mind and enjoying on carrying out experiments. You need a degree to become a toxicologists. There are a few degree courses specifically in toxicology such as forensic, chemical and physical science, medical and veterinary sciences, food, crop, soil, and environmental sciences. Make sure your degree gives a sound background in chemistry and an understanding of biological systems. Without a degree or foundation, it wouldn't be possible for you to become one. If you feel your first degree isn't completely relevant, then you need to have a pre-entry postgraduate qualification.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
The tasks you carry out will vary depending on your specific area of work but in general, you would learn to isolate, identify and measure toxic substances, plan and carry out a wide range of experiments in the field or laboratories, analyse and evaluate statistical data, write reports and papers, presenting findings and evidence in court, and etc.
Salary:
Toxicologists get a salary of $34,527-$64,578.
Pros:
-It would be interesting to work with measuring and isolating toxic and how that would work
-You would get to experiment with toxic
-You get paid a lot
Cons:
-I don't have a methodical, scientific mind
-You would have to pre-entry postgraduate if your first degree doesn't seem complete
Interests in the Job:
I give this job a 7 because being a toxicologists can be a lot of work to become one and in general, but working with toxic would be very interesting.
Resources:
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/toxicologist.htm
http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/career/127/Forensic_toxicologist
Being a toxicologists includes having a methodical, scientific mind and enjoying on carrying out experiments. You need a degree to become a toxicologists. There are a few degree courses specifically in toxicology such as forensic, chemical and physical science, medical and veterinary sciences, food, crop, soil, and environmental sciences. Make sure your degree gives a sound background in chemistry and an understanding of biological systems. Without a degree or foundation, it wouldn't be possible for you to become one. If you feel your first degree isn't completely relevant, then you need to have a pre-entry postgraduate qualification.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
The tasks you carry out will vary depending on your specific area of work but in general, you would learn to isolate, identify and measure toxic substances, plan and carry out a wide range of experiments in the field or laboratories, analyse and evaluate statistical data, write reports and papers, presenting findings and evidence in court, and etc.
Salary:
Toxicologists get a salary of $34,527-$64,578.
Pros:
-It would be interesting to work with measuring and isolating toxic and how that would work
-You would get to experiment with toxic
-You get paid a lot
Cons:
-I don't have a methodical, scientific mind
-You would have to pre-entry postgraduate if your first degree doesn't seem complete
Interests in the Job:
I give this job a 7 because being a toxicologists can be a lot of work to become one and in general, but working with toxic would be very interesting.
Resources:
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/toxicologist.htm
http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/career/127/Forensic_toxicologist
Career Journal #5-CSI Technician
Education/Training/Certifications:
To become a CSI Technician, you will need to be educated and trained in the biological and forensic sciences and the criminal justice field. Other common requirements include having a driver's license, a clean driving record, effective oral and written communication skills, basic PC skills, ability to pass background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug screening. There is also no felony and Class A or B convictions. Larger law enforcement agencies may have more stringent qualification like a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university. The college is mainly focusing on forensic science, criminal justice and other natural sciences. Many employers accept the completion of 64 credit hours of college coursework.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Although CSI technicians has a position as a crime scene supervisor, they have responsibilities on ensuring that duties and tasks are completed such as collecting, processing, and packaging physical evidence, keep accurate records, communicate with law enforcement, ensure supplies are stocked and available, ensure equipment is clean, ensure procedures are followed by all members, and transport physical evidence into the forensic crime laboratory.
Salary:
CSI Technicians get a salary of $24,364-$49,836.
Pros:
-Salary seems like a fair amount
-It doesn't seem like you need to do a lot except ensuring tasks are completed and ready to go for the members that are investigating the crime scene
Cons:
-You would need to complete 64 credit hours of college coursework
Interests in the Job:
I would give this job an 8 because even if you don't need to be doing a lot of work, you would still need to check on duties that need to be completed which would take time.
Resources:
http://www.crimesceneinvestigatoredu.org/csi-technician/
To become a CSI Technician, you will need to be educated and trained in the biological and forensic sciences and the criminal justice field. Other common requirements include having a driver's license, a clean driving record, effective oral and written communication skills, basic PC skills, ability to pass background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug screening. There is also no felony and Class A or B convictions. Larger law enforcement agencies may have more stringent qualification like a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university. The college is mainly focusing on forensic science, criminal justice and other natural sciences. Many employers accept the completion of 64 credit hours of college coursework.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Although CSI technicians has a position as a crime scene supervisor, they have responsibilities on ensuring that duties and tasks are completed such as collecting, processing, and packaging physical evidence, keep accurate records, communicate with law enforcement, ensure supplies are stocked and available, ensure equipment is clean, ensure procedures are followed by all members, and transport physical evidence into the forensic crime laboratory.
Salary:
CSI Technicians get a salary of $24,364-$49,836.
Pros:
-Salary seems like a fair amount
-It doesn't seem like you need to do a lot except ensuring tasks are completed and ready to go for the members that are investigating the crime scene
Cons:
-You would need to complete 64 credit hours of college coursework
Interests in the Job:
I would give this job an 8 because even if you don't need to be doing a lot of work, you would still need to check on duties that need to be completed which would take time.
Resources:
http://www.crimesceneinvestigatoredu.org/csi-technician/
Career Journal #6-Blood Spatter Analyst
Education/Training/Certifications:
To become a Blood Spatter Analyst, you generally need a bachelors degree in criminal justice and forensic science. Candidates without a bachelors must hold an associate's degree and also two years of job-related experience. Candidates who only have a high school diploma have to take four years of job-related experience in positions of criminalist, crime scene investigator, or homicide investigator. It is also important for candidates to attend classes/workshops to continually update your skills and knowledge.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Some responsibilities/activities Blood Spatter Analyst do is to basically analyze and examine blood that is left behind in a crime scene. An analyst uses several different techniques to collect evidence from the scene for later processing in labs. Common techniques used by analyst would be taking photographs of the blood and angles etc, using swabs and/ or ultraviolet light to collect traces of evidence found at the scene. Others require to do more o a detailed report like on computer simulators and to also report findings to colleagues, law enforcement professionals, and court officials.
Salary:
Blood Spatter Analyst's earn a salary of $52,840 per year as of May 2012. The job growth between 2012 and 2022 is lower than average at 6%.
Pros:
-I would love to work with analyzing blood and to work with blood in general
-Blood is my favorite thing to examine in labs and just in general science
-The job doesn't seem too bad
-I think this would be an easy average job for me
Cons:
-The salary seems too low, since they're getting paid a year
-The Education/Training/Certifications seem too difficult and a lot of work
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this a 9 because I would love to work with blood and know everything there is to know about it, but I think the salary is low.
Resources:
http://www.criminaljusticedegreeschools.com/criminal-justice-careers/blood-spatter-analyst/
To become a Blood Spatter Analyst, you generally need a bachelors degree in criminal justice and forensic science. Candidates without a bachelors must hold an associate's degree and also two years of job-related experience. Candidates who only have a high school diploma have to take four years of job-related experience in positions of criminalist, crime scene investigator, or homicide investigator. It is also important for candidates to attend classes/workshops to continually update your skills and knowledge.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Some responsibilities/activities Blood Spatter Analyst do is to basically analyze and examine blood that is left behind in a crime scene. An analyst uses several different techniques to collect evidence from the scene for later processing in labs. Common techniques used by analyst would be taking photographs of the blood and angles etc, using swabs and/ or ultraviolet light to collect traces of evidence found at the scene. Others require to do more o a detailed report like on computer simulators and to also report findings to colleagues, law enforcement professionals, and court officials.
Salary:
Blood Spatter Analyst's earn a salary of $52,840 per year as of May 2012. The job growth between 2012 and 2022 is lower than average at 6%.
Pros:
-I would love to work with analyzing blood and to work with blood in general
-Blood is my favorite thing to examine in labs and just in general science
-The job doesn't seem too bad
-I think this would be an easy average job for me
Cons:
-The salary seems too low, since they're getting paid a year
-The Education/Training/Certifications seem too difficult and a lot of work
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this a 9 because I would love to work with blood and know everything there is to know about it, but I think the salary is low.
Resources:
http://www.criminaljusticedegreeschools.com/criminal-justice-careers/blood-spatter-analyst/
Career Journal #7-Medical Examiner
Education/Training/Certifications:
In order to become a Medical Examiner, start considering it after high school, preferably before getting a bachelor's degree. There are different kinds of degrees offered in related fields like forensic science, but a bachelor's degree in forensic science is not required (but can also be a helpful resource). Undergrad students should focus more on pathology, chemistry, biology, and physics. After earning a bachelor's degree, a medical examiner would also have to earn either a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy. Medical schools do not have programs for pathology, but they do offer courses for that subject. After obtaining a doctor's degree, you must go through a 5 year process of a residency program for forensic pathology. When that is complete, you are now qualified for the exam. It takes an additional 8-13 years after high school to become a Medical Examiner.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Medical examiners have several of different jobs as to taking place in crime scenes or for others, in labs. Those who work in crime scenes examine injuries and wounds etc, collect remains, transport bodies to labs, and determine identity. Those who work in labs perform autopsies, document injuries, collect trace evidence, determine manner of death, and collect toxicological evidence.
Salary:
Medical examiners get a salary starting at $200,000 per year from private sectors. Government and public sectors range around $75,000-$150,000.
Pros:
-Medical Examiners were a wide range of people wanting to be one
-Salary seems fair enough for being able to do the job
-Working with bodies would be an experience
Cons:
-The education is too difficult just because of how much you have to work to become a medical examiner
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this an 8 because it would be a new experience working with dead bodies, which would be very interesting to work with, but applying for the job seems like too much work.
Resources:
http://www.forensicsciencecareers.net/medical-examiner.html
http://www.forensicsciencecareers.net/medical-examiner/salary.html
In order to become a Medical Examiner, start considering it after high school, preferably before getting a bachelor's degree. There are different kinds of degrees offered in related fields like forensic science, but a bachelor's degree in forensic science is not required (but can also be a helpful resource). Undergrad students should focus more on pathology, chemistry, biology, and physics. After earning a bachelor's degree, a medical examiner would also have to earn either a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy. Medical schools do not have programs for pathology, but they do offer courses for that subject. After obtaining a doctor's degree, you must go through a 5 year process of a residency program for forensic pathology. When that is complete, you are now qualified for the exam. It takes an additional 8-13 years after high school to become a Medical Examiner.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Medical examiners have several of different jobs as to taking place in crime scenes or for others, in labs. Those who work in crime scenes examine injuries and wounds etc, collect remains, transport bodies to labs, and determine identity. Those who work in labs perform autopsies, document injuries, collect trace evidence, determine manner of death, and collect toxicological evidence.
Salary:
Medical examiners get a salary starting at $200,000 per year from private sectors. Government and public sectors range around $75,000-$150,000.
Pros:
-Medical Examiners were a wide range of people wanting to be one
-Salary seems fair enough for being able to do the job
-Working with bodies would be an experience
Cons:
-The education is too difficult just because of how much you have to work to become a medical examiner
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this an 8 because it would be a new experience working with dead bodies, which would be very interesting to work with, but applying for the job seems like too much work.
Resources:
http://www.forensicsciencecareers.net/medical-examiner.html
http://www.forensicsciencecareers.net/medical-examiner/salary.html
Career Journal #8-Forensic Anthropologist
Education/Training/Certifications:
In order to become a Forensic Anthropologists, you need to earn a bachelor's degree on anthropology. Undergrads should focus on taking classes in a variety of areas such as archaeology, and cultural and physical anthropology. You would also need to take science classes like genetics, anatomy, and chemistry. Someone who really wanted to to be successful in this career would have to master in osteology, ethnobotany, and dentition which are all important.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
A forensic anthropologist can look at human remains and determine how the person died. They can determine whether it is a suicide, homicide (murder), accidental, or natural causes. Using human bones, they can determine the age, sex, height, type of occupation they worked in, and the health status at the time of death. This can lead to finding identities and as well as how they died.
Salary:
Forensic Anthropologists get a salary of $54,000 a year with salaries up to $75,000 per year for individuals with more than five years of experience.
Pros:
-It's cool how they can determine the age, sex and etc.
-It'd be an experience to work and examine with body remains
Cons:
-They don't get a fair enough salary since it's per year
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this an 8 because working with body remains and knowing how they died and stuff like that would be really cool.
Resources:
http://www.forensicanthropologist.net/
In order to become a Forensic Anthropologists, you need to earn a bachelor's degree on anthropology. Undergrads should focus on taking classes in a variety of areas such as archaeology, and cultural and physical anthropology. You would also need to take science classes like genetics, anatomy, and chemistry. Someone who really wanted to to be successful in this career would have to master in osteology, ethnobotany, and dentition which are all important.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
A forensic anthropologist can look at human remains and determine how the person died. They can determine whether it is a suicide, homicide (murder), accidental, or natural causes. Using human bones, they can determine the age, sex, height, type of occupation they worked in, and the health status at the time of death. This can lead to finding identities and as well as how they died.
Salary:
Forensic Anthropologists get a salary of $54,000 a year with salaries up to $75,000 per year for individuals with more than five years of experience.
Pros:
-It's cool how they can determine the age, sex and etc.
-It'd be an experience to work and examine with body remains
Cons:
-They don't get a fair enough salary since it's per year
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this an 8 because working with body remains and knowing how they died and stuff like that would be really cool.
Resources:
http://www.forensicanthropologist.net/
Career Journal #9-Forensic DNA Analyst
Education/Training/Certifications:
For those want to be a Forensic DNA Analyst, you need a bachelor's degree in molecular biology genetic, forensic science, and other related fields. You need to have knowledge about lab procedures and equipment;and you need to have strong communication skills.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
DNA Analysts usually spend most of their time in the lab cataloging and analyzing DNA evidence. Every step of the procedure from the evidence must be notated and reported. Analysts are often called to court to play the role of expert witnesses. They also maintain the ability to check each piece of equipment and check for any damages. If there is, it is their job to request replacement equipment when needed. Analysts always check their peers findings to make sure the analysis is performed correctly. Also double-checking their findings reports.
Salary:
They receive a salary of $58,610 for all forensic science technicians.
Pros:
-I think working with DNA would be fun since we've learned about it in class for a while
-You get to know all about DNA and how to work with it different ways
-The job doesn't seem to difficult
Cons:
-I don't have strong communication skills
-I don't have past knowledge about equipment procedures
Interests in the job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this a 9 because since i know some things about DNA and how to work with it, I think it would be fun to work with it more and learn everything about it.
Resources:
http://www.crimesceneinvestigatoredu.org/forensic-dna-analyst/
http://study.com/articles/DNA_Analyst_Job_Description_Duties_and_Requirements.html
For those want to be a Forensic DNA Analyst, you need a bachelor's degree in molecular biology genetic, forensic science, and other related fields. You need to have knowledge about lab procedures and equipment;and you need to have strong communication skills.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
DNA Analysts usually spend most of their time in the lab cataloging and analyzing DNA evidence. Every step of the procedure from the evidence must be notated and reported. Analysts are often called to court to play the role of expert witnesses. They also maintain the ability to check each piece of equipment and check for any damages. If there is, it is their job to request replacement equipment when needed. Analysts always check their peers findings to make sure the analysis is performed correctly. Also double-checking their findings reports.
Salary:
They receive a salary of $58,610 for all forensic science technicians.
Pros:
-I think working with DNA would be fun since we've learned about it in class for a while
-You get to know all about DNA and how to work with it different ways
-The job doesn't seem to difficult
Cons:
-I don't have strong communication skills
-I don't have past knowledge about equipment procedures
Interests in the job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this a 9 because since i know some things about DNA and how to work with it, I think it would be fun to work with it more and learn everything about it.
Resources:
http://www.crimesceneinvestigatoredu.org/forensic-dna-analyst/
http://study.com/articles/DNA_Analyst_Job_Description_Duties_and_Requirements.html
Career Journal #10-Pediatric Endocrinologist
Education/Training/Certifications:
Pediatric Endocrinologist are medical doctors who have had 4 years of medical school, 3 years of pediatric residency, and 3 or more years of fellowship training in pediatric endocrinologist. Those are the expectations to become a Pediatric Endocrinologist.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
What Pediatric Endocrinologist do on a daily basis is to diagnose, treat, and manage hormonal disorders including diabetes, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), growth problems, early or delayed puberty, under active or overactive thyroid gland, adrenal gland/hypo/hyper function, ovarian and testicular dysfunction, and ambiguous genitals/intersex.
Salary:
The amount of money pediatric endocrinologist receive is around the range of $192,000 with a high confidence ranking based on over 250 sources. Average Pediatric Endocrinologist salaries for job nationwide are 221% higher than average salaries for all job postings nationwide.
Pros:
-salary seems fair for the job
-it would be cool to treat and work with diabetes and other disorders to help people get better
Cons:
-you have to go through a lot of education training
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this job a 6 just because I wouldn't really be into doing any of the daily responsibilities and/or activities that they do in their job.
Resources:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/health-management/pediatric-specialists/Pages/What-is-a-Pediatric-Endocrinologist.aspx
http://www.learnhealthcare.net/physician-surgeon/pediatric-endocrinologist
Pediatric Endocrinologist are medical doctors who have had 4 years of medical school, 3 years of pediatric residency, and 3 or more years of fellowship training in pediatric endocrinologist. Those are the expectations to become a Pediatric Endocrinologist.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
What Pediatric Endocrinologist do on a daily basis is to diagnose, treat, and manage hormonal disorders including diabetes, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), growth problems, early or delayed puberty, under active or overactive thyroid gland, adrenal gland/hypo/hyper function, ovarian and testicular dysfunction, and ambiguous genitals/intersex.
Salary:
The amount of money pediatric endocrinologist receive is around the range of $192,000 with a high confidence ranking based on over 250 sources. Average Pediatric Endocrinologist salaries for job nationwide are 221% higher than average salaries for all job postings nationwide.
Pros:
-salary seems fair for the job
-it would be cool to treat and work with diabetes and other disorders to help people get better
Cons:
-you have to go through a lot of education training
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this job a 6 just because I wouldn't really be into doing any of the daily responsibilities and/or activities that they do in their job.
Resources:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/health-management/pediatric-specialists/Pages/What-is-a-Pediatric-Endocrinologist.aspx
http://www.learnhealthcare.net/physician-surgeon/pediatric-endocrinologist
Career Journal #11-Nutritionist
Education/Training/Certifications:
To become a nutritionist, you need to earn bachelor's degree in clinic nutrition, dietetics, foods and nutrition, and other related fields. You also need to pass a competency exam, which is important if you wanted to become a nutritionist. You should also complete and pass a Dietetic Internship Program. Undergraduate programs that lend themselves to a career as a nutritionist may include programs such as food science, biology, community nutrition, chemistry, dietetics, biochemistry, and all that good stuff. A bachelor's degree can be completed in four years. During their training,they also complete an internship whether your in an undergraduate program or shortly after you graduate. Becoming a nutritionist takes a lot, but finally you are required to earn a RD or RDN credential and state license.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Nutritionist are basically experts in food and nutrition. They help people choose the right foods to eat and to help them become as healthy as they can get. They also assess their patient's current dietary habits and needs and help educate them on healthier eating habits. They write reports on their patient's that document their progress in their habits, whether they're improving or not. They might also talk to other different programs, schools, businesses, and etc and talk about good nutrition and prevent health problems through proper foods. Nutritionist usually talk to individuals who have medical issue, such as those who are diabetic or those who are undergoing chemotherapy to help them find the right foods to eat for their best possible healths.
Salary:
Their average salary is $72,010 in California, $66,340 in Maryland, $65,600 in Nevada, $64,970 in Conneticut, and $64,910 in New Jersey.
Pros:
-I would love to be able to help people change their habits to better ones which would change their lifestyle in eating
-You wouldn't have to do any difficult tech stuff
Cons:
-the salary is too low in my opinion
-you would have to take and complete multiple programs to become a nutritionist
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this job an 8 because I would love to help people change their lifestyle of eating healthier, but you have to take and pass a lot of classes and programs in order to become a nutritionist.
Resources:
www.learnhowtobecome.org/nutritionist/
To become a nutritionist, you need to earn bachelor's degree in clinic nutrition, dietetics, foods and nutrition, and other related fields. You also need to pass a competency exam, which is important if you wanted to become a nutritionist. You should also complete and pass a Dietetic Internship Program. Undergraduate programs that lend themselves to a career as a nutritionist may include programs such as food science, biology, community nutrition, chemistry, dietetics, biochemistry, and all that good stuff. A bachelor's degree can be completed in four years. During their training,they also complete an internship whether your in an undergraduate program or shortly after you graduate. Becoming a nutritionist takes a lot, but finally you are required to earn a RD or RDN credential and state license.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Nutritionist are basically experts in food and nutrition. They help people choose the right foods to eat and to help them become as healthy as they can get. They also assess their patient's current dietary habits and needs and help educate them on healthier eating habits. They write reports on their patient's that document their progress in their habits, whether they're improving or not. They might also talk to other different programs, schools, businesses, and etc and talk about good nutrition and prevent health problems through proper foods. Nutritionist usually talk to individuals who have medical issue, such as those who are diabetic or those who are undergoing chemotherapy to help them find the right foods to eat for their best possible healths.
Salary:
Their average salary is $72,010 in California, $66,340 in Maryland, $65,600 in Nevada, $64,970 in Conneticut, and $64,910 in New Jersey.
Pros:
-I would love to be able to help people change their habits to better ones which would change their lifestyle in eating
-You wouldn't have to do any difficult tech stuff
Cons:
-the salary is too low in my opinion
-you would have to take and complete multiple programs to become a nutritionist
Interests in the Job:
On a scale from 1-10, I would give this job an 8 because I would love to help people change their lifestyle of eating healthier, but you have to take and pass a lot of classes and programs in order to become a nutritionist.
Resources:
www.learnhowtobecome.org/nutritionist/
Career Journal #12-Cardiologist
Education/Training/Certifications:
Cardiologists receive extensive education, including four years of medical school and three years of training in general internal medicine. After that, they usually spend three or more years in specialized training. All together, they take ten years of training! For certifications, doctors who have completed ten years training, they pass a rigorous two-day exam given by the American Board of Internal Medicine. The exam isn't only about your knowledge and judgment, but also for the ability to provide superior care.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Some responsibilities cardiologist do on a day-to-day basis is to test/examine, catheterize, treat their patients with various methods, and monitor/consultation. Cardiologist will also review your medical history and perform a physical examination which may include checking your blood pressure, weight, heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Sometimes they may recommend lifestyle changes or medicine.These responsibilities require precise skills and utmost dedication. He/she also have to testify his worthiness administering the following duties.
Salary:
The salary for a Cardiologist Pc Cardiologist is $372,457, Florida Cardiology PA Cardiologist is $401,436, Aurora Health Care Cardiologist is $132.56/hr, and Henry Ford Health System Cardiologist is $325,251.
Pros:
-salary seems fair to how their responsibilities are set-up
-you get to work with patients a lot to discuss and check up on them
Cons:
-there's a lot of education and training provided before becoming a cardiologist
-you would have to take ten years or more of classes
-I don't think I would be dedicated enough to work as one
Interests in the Job:
On a scale of 1-10, I would give this job a 7 because working with patients and helping them out would be great, but there is a lot of education and training provided and I don't think I would be dedicated enough.
Resources:
https://www.cardiosmart.org/Heart-Basics/What-is-a-Cardiologist
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/cardiologist-responsibilities.html
Cardiologists receive extensive education, including four years of medical school and three years of training in general internal medicine. After that, they usually spend three or more years in specialized training. All together, they take ten years of training! For certifications, doctors who have completed ten years training, they pass a rigorous two-day exam given by the American Board of Internal Medicine. The exam isn't only about your knowledge and judgment, but also for the ability to provide superior care.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Some responsibilities cardiologist do on a day-to-day basis is to test/examine, catheterize, treat their patients with various methods, and monitor/consultation. Cardiologist will also review your medical history and perform a physical examination which may include checking your blood pressure, weight, heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Sometimes they may recommend lifestyle changes or medicine.These responsibilities require precise skills and utmost dedication. He/she also have to testify his worthiness administering the following duties.
Salary:
The salary for a Cardiologist Pc Cardiologist is $372,457, Florida Cardiology PA Cardiologist is $401,436, Aurora Health Care Cardiologist is $132.56/hr, and Henry Ford Health System Cardiologist is $325,251.
Pros:
-salary seems fair to how their responsibilities are set-up
-you get to work with patients a lot to discuss and check up on them
Cons:
-there's a lot of education and training provided before becoming a cardiologist
-you would have to take ten years or more of classes
-I don't think I would be dedicated enough to work as one
Interests in the Job:
On a scale of 1-10, I would give this job a 7 because working with patients and helping them out would be great, but there is a lot of education and training provided and I don't think I would be dedicated enough.
Resources:
https://www.cardiosmart.org/Heart-Basics/What-is-a-Cardiologist
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/cardiologist-responsibilities.html
Career Journal #13-Medical Assistant
Education/Training/Certifications:
Most medical assistants have post-secondary education such as a certificate. Others enter the occupation with a high school diploma and learn through on-the-job training. Medical assistants can also become certified through an accredited program usually offered through a junior or community college. According to then American Association of Medical Assistants, you must graduate from a 2-year associate degree program.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Resources:
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm
Most medical assistants have post-secondary education such as a certificate. Others enter the occupation with a high school diploma and learn through on-the-job training. Medical assistants can also become certified through an accredited program usually offered through a junior or community college. According to then American Association of Medical Assistants, you must graduate from a 2-year associate degree program.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Resources:
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm
Career #14-EKG Technician
Education/Training/Certifications:
To become a pro at being an EKG Technician is to first, get your high school diploma or an equivalent. Those individuals who would want to go further in their education, they are the ones who generally need to possess a diploma to meet the admissions requirements. A "success tip" as education to know further about this job is to take math and science courses. High school students that want to pursue their career as an EKG Technician should consider taking courses in mathematics, anatomy, and physiology.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Resources:
http://study.com/articles/How_to_Become_an_EKG_Technician.html
http://www.nhanow.com/certifications/ekg-technician
To become a pro at being an EKG Technician is to first, get your high school diploma or an equivalent. Those individuals who would want to go further in their education, they are the ones who generally need to possess a diploma to meet the admissions requirements. A "success tip" as education to know further about this job is to take math and science courses. High school students that want to pursue their career as an EKG Technician should consider taking courses in mathematics, anatomy, and physiology.
Responsibilities and/or Daily Activities:
Resources:
http://study.com/articles/How_to_Become_an_EKG_Technician.html
http://www.nhanow.com/certifications/ekg-technician