Lesson 5.2 - Healthcare Careers and Laws
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
1. Identify healthcare career opportunities
2. Explain skills required for healthcare jobs
3. Explain the importance of WHMIS
Success Criteria: By the end of this lesson you will be able to
1. Compare different types of healthcare jobs
2. Compare the roles of suppliers, employers, and employees in WHMIS
Homework Questions:
- What are some suitable healthcare jobs for people who like to work with patients versus those who don’t like to work with patients?
- What are four different work environments that healthcare professionals work in?
- Which skills are important for healthcare jobs?
- Are you interested in any healthcare careers?
- What is WHMIS and what products does it cover?
- What are the responsibilities of suppliers, employers, and employees under WHMIS?
Do this survey to reflect on how the lesson went for you.
During Class:
Part 1: Careers
Watch this video. Do you think all these jobs will be big in the future? Why or why not?
Part 2: Workplace Safety
Download this Safety Data Sheet and answer the questions inside.