This instructor's packet accompanies the learning activity package (LAP) on syncope (fainting). Contents included in the packet are a time sheet, suggested uses for the LAP, an instruction sheet, final LAP reviews, a final LAP review answer key, a student performance checklist, suggested activities, an additional resources list, and student…

This learning activity package on using the metric system is one of a series of 12 titles developed for use in health occupations education programs. Materials in the package include objectives, a list of materials needed, information sheets, reviews (self evaluations) of portions of the content, and answers to reviews. These topics are covered:…

This instructor's manual accompanies the 11 sets of modules in the Health Occupations Education I instructional package for the first year of a 2-year course of study. Introductory materials include a list of the modules in the instructional package, a list of the specific tools and supplies required in the learning activities found in the…

In winter 1981-82, the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) conducted a survey to ascertain current perspectives regarding allied health education and employment. A ten-item survey instrument was mailed to all 3,007 directors of CAHEA-accredited programs, representing 19 occupational areas. Study findings, based on…

The two-part task analysis provides data relating to: (1) the frequency and proficiency of tasks in an optometric practice that are presently or could be assigned to an assistant and (2) the employment potential for trained optometric assistant graduates. The results were to be utilized for curriculum development for the optometric assistant…

This compilation presents over 150 resumes of instructional materials in health occupations education which have appeared quarterly in "Abstracts of Instructional Materials in Vocational and Technical Education" (AIM), Fall 1967 through Fall 1971. Resumes cover a broad range of fields and occupations, such as dentistry, dietetics,…

This notebook of career counseling materials is a compilation of career information on nursing and the allied health fields. The first section provides general information useful in choosing a health career on such topics as career planning, career mobility, employment prospects, financial aid, terminology in health job titles, and an annotated…

The recession that began in December of 2007 is already 30 months old, but the U.S. economy will not recover its pre-recession employment levels for at least another two years. From there, it will take an additional three years to make up for lost growth and create a job market strong enough to employ both the casualties of the recession and the…

This instructional workbook contains 24 units to be used by beginning students in allied health care occupations courses. The units are organized in four sections that cover the following topics: introduction to allied health careers, health/wellness, basic sciences, and basic anatomy and physiology. Each unit contains a unit objective, specific…

This instructor's packet accompanies the learning activity package (LAP) on grooming. Contents included in the packet are a time sheet, suggested uses for the LAP, an instruction sheet, final LAP reviews, a final LAP review answer key, suggested activities, an additional resources list, and student completion cards to issue to students as an…

This learning activity package on observation of the patient is one of a series of 12 titles developed for use in health occupations education programs. Materials in the package include objectives, a list of materials needed, a list of definitions, information sheets, reviews (self evaluations) of portions of the content, and answers to reviews.…

This instructor's packet accompanies the learning activity package (LAP) on shock and anaphylactic shock. Contents included in the packet are a time sheet, suggested uses for the LAP, an instruction sheet, final LAP reviews, a final LAP review answer key, suggested activities, an additional resources list, and student completion cards to issue to…

This instructor's packet accompanies the learning activity package (LAP) on using the metric system. Contents included in the packet are a time sheet, suggested uses for the LAP, an instruction sheet, final LAP reviews, a final LAP review answer key, an additional resources list, a word game (handout), and student completion cards to issue to…

At a national institute held August 18-29, 1969, 90 individuals met to discuss the development of programs of short-term teacher education for health specialists who were needed to instruct supportive-level health workers. This publication contains revised guidelines and presentations made at the institute and is intended to aid participants and…

This report presents the implementation plans recommended by the Implementation Task Force (ITF) of the National Commission on Allied Health (NCAH) and reviews the purpose, goals, and impact of each plan. Chapter 1 introduces the NCAH and ITF and provides an overview of the role of allied health in today's health care environment and how that role…