Program Definitions
Below is an annotated list of the program classifications used on this site.
- Career Education
- Academic and/or skills-based classes designed for individuals preparing to enter health training programs
- Career Fair
- An organized event designed to facilitate the exploration of health careers and/or health career employment opportunities
- Career Information
- Resources provided to individuals to help them make decisions about professional paths
- Career Workshops
- Educational offerings provided to individuals interested in learning more about specific professions
- Continuing Education
- Educational offering that provides information and training designed to support the professional development of the participants. A certificate of completion is generally awarded upon class completion
- Course
- An academic class that varies in length from 1 hour to several weeks
- Data Collection
- A compilation of selected information
- Economic Development
- Programs and resources to assist in growing a targeted geographic area
- Employment
- Actively provides personnel recruitment and placement in the health professions
- Exam Preparation
- Assistance in the development of test taking skills and standardized test review
- Financial Waivers
- Provides documentation that dismisses the fee obligation associated with identified programs
- Health Careers Exploration
- Organized program to facilitate the exploration of and preparation for health related professions
- Health Professions Education
- A series of academic and skill-based courses and training required to practice as a health care professional
- Higher Education Information
- Resources on technical, baccalaureate and graduate education programs and financial assistance information
- Internship/Assistanceship
- Temporary job placement opportunities that provide academic enrichment and possibly financial payment
- Job Shadowing
- Opportunity to observe the daily responsibilities of a professional within their workplace
- Job Training
- Professional skills development in preparation for job placement
- Mentoring
- Effective, extended career, academic and/or personal development interaction in a one-on-one or small group setting
- Outreach Training
- Skills-based education facilitated within an established geographic area
- Professional Development
- Provision of resources designed to assist in preparing an individual for career advancement
- Recruitment/Retention
- Programs and activities designed to attract and retain individuals for participation or employment
- Scholarships/Stipend
- Financial assistance provided based on specified qualifications and stipulations
- Service Learning/Volunteerism
- Activity designed to positively impact a community by providing applied experience without financial compensation
- Skills Enhancement Classes
- Training sessions designed to improve professional skill levels
- Transportation
- Transportation, or vouchers to cover the cost of transportation, provided at minimal or no cost
- Tutoring
- Assistance to improve academic performance
