History of Licensure in Several Occupations in the Health Professions.

Baker, Shirley

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ERIC Number: EJ344773

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Publication Date: 1986

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History of Licensure in Several Occupations in the Health Professions.

Baker, Shirley

Journal of Health Occupations Education, v1 n2 p35-41 Fall 1986

The origin of licensure in the medical professions is outlined beginning in Europe around the first century with the examination of potential physicians by the most respected physician in the land. The origins, advantages, and disadvantages of licensure in several occupations are reviewed. (Author/CT)

Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations, Certification, Government Role, Physicians, State Licensing Boards

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Historical Materials

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Language: English

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