{"id":8721,"date":"2024-10-31T01:30:23","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T06:30:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/?p=8721"},"modified":"2024-10-30T20:32:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-31T01:32:09","slug":"biomed-i-10-31-24","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/biomed-i-10-31-24\/","title":{"rendered":"Biomed I ~ 10.31.24"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Only Biomed I First Year NWTC Students Will Attend today!<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\" \">ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate<\/h3>\n<p class=\" \">The ACT National Career Readiness Certificate is an industry-recognized, portable, research-based credential that certifies essential skills needed for workplace success.<\/p>\n<p class=\" \">This credential is used across all sectors of the economy and documents the following cognitive skills:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Problem-solving.<\/li>\n<li>Critical thinking.<\/li>\n<li>Reading and using work-related text.<\/li>\n<li>Applying information from workplace documents to solve problems.<\/li>\n<li>Applying mathematical reasoning to work-related problems.<\/li>\n<li>Setting up and performing work-related mathematical calculations.<\/li>\n<li>Locating, synthesizing, and applying information that is presented graphically.<\/li>\n<li>Comparing, summarizing, and analyzing information presented in multiple related graphics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Assessments<\/h3>\n<p>Individuals can earn the ACT NCRC by taking three WorkKeys\u00ae assessments.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Applied Math &#8211; For more information about the Applied Math assessment &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.act.org\/content\/act\/en\/products-and-services\/workkeys-for-educators\/assessments\/applied-math.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Graphic Literacy &#8211; For more information about the Graphic Literacy assessment &#8211;\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.act.org\/content\/act\/en\/products-and-services\/workkeys-for-educators\/assessments\/graphic-literacy.html#scrollNav-3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click here<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Workplace Documents &#8211; For more information about the Workplace Documents assessment &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.act.org\/content\/act\/en\/products-and-services\/workkeys-for-educators\/assessments\/workplace-documents.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For practice before exams, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/workkeyspracticetest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/workkeyspracticetest.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Each of the assessments listed above has a maximum time limit of 55 minutes. Additional time may be required prior to and after the assessments for registration, an examinee tutorial, and\/or printing a score report.<\/p>\n<p>WorkKeys assessments measure real-world skills that employers believe are critical to job success. Test questions are based on situations in the everyday work world.<\/p>\n<p>To find out more about specific careers and their skills requirements, check out the <a href=\"http:\/\/jobprofiles.act.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ACT\u00a0job\u00a0profiles\u00a0database<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Certificate Levels<\/h3>\n<p>Individuals can earn four levels of certifications by taking the three WorkKeys\u00ae assessments.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bronze Level &#8211; Signifies an individual has scored at least a Level 3 on each of the three assessments and has the necessary skills for 16% of the jobs in the WorkKeys Job Pro database.<\/li>\n<li>Silver Level &#8211; Signifies an individual has scored at least a Level 4 on each of the three assessments and has the necessary skills for 67% of the jobs on the WorkKeys Job Pro database.<\/li>\n<li>Gold Level &#8211; Signifies an individual has scored at least a Level 5 on each of the three assessments and has the necessary skills for 93% of the jobs on the WorkKeys Job Pro database.<\/li>\n<li>Platinum Level &#8211; Signifies an individual has scored at least a Level 6 on each of the three assessments and has the necessary skills for 99% of the jobs on the WorkKeys Job Pro database.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>WorkKeys Student Login<\/h3>\n<p>Students &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/testregistration.org\/rsp\/Login.do?event=go&amp;realm=75579624\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click here<\/a>\u00a0&#8211; to log in for testing.<\/p>\n<p>Students will need to take the <strong>Graphic Literacy<\/strong>\u00a0exam today.\u00a0 Only scratch paper and pencils are allowed to be used during this exam.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Resumes<\/h3>\n<p>The following documents have been added to the Shared Folder I created for you in Google Drive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>NWTC Resume Template<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You will need to create a resume that includes the following sections:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Heading (Name, Address, Phone Number, Email Address)<\/li>\n<li>Objective<\/li>\n<li>Education \u2013 high school, Northwest Tech, and NWOSU if it applies<\/li>\n<li>Work Experience \u2013 paid or unpaid experience<\/li>\n<li>Organizations and Activities \u2013 be sure to include Business Professionals of America because all NWTC Computer and Business and Digital Design students are members and\u2026 if you are a member of the NWTC Superintendents Leadership Class be sure to add it.<\/li>\n<li>Certifications\/Licenses \u2013 be sure to include ACT WorkKeys Career Readiness Certificate if you passed all three exams.<\/li>\n<li>Honors and Achievements \u2013 be sure to include NWTC Perfect attendance for Quarter or NWTC Student of the Quarter<\/li>\n<li>Community Service<\/li>\n<li>Skills \u2013 must list computer skills as well as other applicable skills<\/li>\n<li>References \u2013 must have 3 that are not friends or family\u2026 must be teachers, coaches, employers, youth leaders, sponsors, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Examples of computer skills for resumes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create and edit MS Word and Google Docs<\/li>\n<li>Create and edit presentations using MS PowerPoint and Google Slides<\/li>\n<li>Use Google Classroom for viewing and submitting assignments<\/li>\n<li>Use Google Drive for file storage and sharing<\/li>\n<li>Design poster using Adobe Photoshop<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Examples of resumes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Check the Shared Google Drive folder I created for you.\u00a0 I have added a template you may use if you wish.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 1<\/a>\u00a0 \u2013\u00a0Examples of concurrent enrollment, organization responsibilities, additional skills, community service<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 2<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Examples of education, activities leadership, community service<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 3<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Examples of community service, work experience<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-4.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 4<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Formatting example<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-5.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 5<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Examples of profile, education, fast food and restaurant work experience, key skills, community service<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-6.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 6<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Example of formatting, lawn service and auto service job tasks, awards, auto certifications<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-7.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 7<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Examples of future plans, computer and ag skills, leadership, community service, ag work experience<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-8.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 8<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of quick stop clerk position and livestock\/farming position<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-9.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 9<\/a>\u00a0 \u2013 Examples of fast food crew member job duties<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-10.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 10<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of fast food crew member position and oilfield position<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-11.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 11<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of Skills section as well as Work Experience that involves fast food crew member<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-12.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 12<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of Certifications, Work Experience, Education, and Community Service sections of resume<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-13.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 13<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of Objective, Education, Achievements, Honors, Certifications, Community Service, and Work Experience sections of resume<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-14.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 14<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of Education, Work Experience, Key Skills, Certifications, and Community Service sections of resume<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-15.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 15<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of Work Experience in the oil and gas industry and Key Skills sections of resume<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-16.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 16<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of Sonic Car Hop Work Experience as well as Digital Design skills sections of resume<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-17.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 17<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of Collision Repair Work Experience and Key Skills sections of resume<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-18.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 18<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of various sections of resumes<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-19.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 19<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Examples of various Work Experience descriptions for resume<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nwtech.edu\/alvacc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Student-20.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Student 20<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Good examples of various sections of resume<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Only Biomed I First Year NWTC Students Will Attend today! &nbsp; ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate The ACT National Career Readiness Certificate is an industry-recognized, portable, research-based credential that certifies essential skills needed for workplace success. 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