A1.5- The Difference Between Technical And Proffesional Occupations In Health Flashcards
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What’s a technical qualification?
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These are skilled occupations that a college leaver or an apprentice would be entering.
These typically require qualifications at levels 2/3.
2
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Examples of technical occupations:
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- dental nurse
- healthcare support worker
- adult care worker
3
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What Is a higher technical occupation?
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These occupations require more knowledge and skills. This could be acquired through experience in the workplace or further education.
These typically require qualifications at levels 4/5.
4
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Examples of higher technical occupations:
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- Healthcare assistant practitioner
- Nursing associate
- Dental technician
5
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Examples of professional occupations:
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- social worker
- registered nurse or midwife
- research scientist
