Work
Performed
Worker Requirements
Sample Occupations
Sample Occupations
Related Clusters
Related MPC Departments
| CAREER CLUSTER BRIEF |
CHILD AND ADULT CARE |
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CAREER AREA - HEALTH SCIENCES |
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| Work activities in this group are primarily concerned with the physical needs and welfare of others. Workers assist professionals in treating the sick or injured. They care for the elderly, the very young, or the disabled. Frequently, they help people do the things they cannot do for themselves. | |
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Worker Requirements |
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| Patience and sympathy for the problems of others; the ability to relate to people; stability under pressure; attentiveness and the ability to pay attention to detail; clean personal habits; freedom from communicable diseases; and some degree of manual and finger dexterity and motor coordination. | |
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Sample Occupations |
| Child-Care Worker (Babysitter) | Psychiatric Aide |
| Companion/Personal Attendant | Physical Therapy Aide |
| Infant Nurse | Physical Therapy Assistant |
| General Houseworker | Child Care Worker |
| Homemaker/Home Health aide | Occupational Therapy Assistant |
| Nursing Aide | Occupational Therapy Aide |
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| Attendant Services | Child Development |
| Animal Care | |
| Nursing and Other Allied Health Services | |
| Therapeutic Work | |
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