What is professional development? - correct answer ✔✔the development of skills, knowledge, and
experience that will help you advance in your career
Which of the following are reasons why professional development is important? - correct answer ✔✔can
improve your job skills
can help you earn higher pay
can lead to more job responsibility
Which of the following are ways to retain career skills and expand professional skills in a job? - correct
answer ✔✔Learn new skills such as problem-solving skills.
Update knowledge.
Which is true about professional development? - correct answer ✔✔It can increase your earning
potential.
Professional development can help workers stay current on new ______________ in the healthcare
industry. - correct answer ✔✔developments
Electronic patient records are one example of a new _________ that workers will have to learn through
professional development. - correct answer ✔✔technology
Why is it important to keep up with current discoveries that are made in the healthcare field? - correct
answer ✔✔to stay productive in the workplace
Which of the following are methods of professional development in the healthcare field? - correct
answer ✔✔seminars, online trainings, and classes
certifications
, A _______________ of specialized skills validates that an individual is qualified in terms of particular
knowledge or expertise. - correct answer ✔✔certification
Which is an accurate description of an in-service training program? - correct answer ✔✔a training that is
hosted once the employee begins working for the company
A(n) _______________ is a person who chooses to informally help a less experienced employee develop
his or her career path. - correct answer ✔✔mentor
Assignment Question
Which of the following best describes professional development? - correct answer ✔✔ongoing learning
opportunities for professionals to upgrade and update their business knowledge
Assignment Question
How can an employee continue to expand his or her career-related skills? - correct answer ✔✔Read
professional literature in the career field.
Work with a mentor or job coach.
Take continuing education coursework at a local college.
Assignment Question
Which of the following are benefits of professional development? - correct answer ✔✔job retention and
promotions
improved skills
increased knowledge
higher earning potential and increased future opportunities
Assignment Question
What is the best way to advance in your healthcare field career? - correct answer ✔✔Participate in
professional development and learn as much as you can about your field.
Assignment Question
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