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- - - - biology, study of living things and their vital processes. The field deals with all the physicochemical aspects of life.
      - CHEMISTRY
        
        Chemistry is the study of matter, analysing its structure, properties and behaviour to see what happens when they change in chemical reactions. As such, it can be considered a branch of physical science, alongside astronomy, physics and earth sciences including geology.
    - - Medical Technology
        
        A medical technologist is a highly skilled health professional who tests and looks carefully at blood, other body fluids, and tissue samples.
        
        Medical technologists are responsible for operating and maintaining the equipment that is used to look at samples or specimens. They make sure that all tests are done the right way and in a timely manner.
        
        Characteristics
        
        Communication
        
        Another one of the characteristics of a successful medical laboratory scientist is communication, explains the Bureau of Labor Statistics. A medical scientist must be able to communicate the results of their experiments. They may need to do this orally and in written form.
        
        Making Decisions
        
        Time and resources are limited, especially in the laboratory. Equipment is expensive, and a medical scientist might have to choose one item over another. They may also have to decide when to end an experiment, especially if it has gone awry or is not producing any useful results.
        
        Passion for Learning
        
        Medical science is an ever-growing field. A person who wants to work in this profession should have an unending passion for learning. They should be ready to read multiple relevant scientific journals on a regular basis.
        
        Quality
        
        Around the Clock
        
        Make sure that you can work Around the Clock especially in a hospital, most of the labs are open 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week including holidays and weekends. A lab technologist can be called anytime in any shift, and you may have to work for long hours.
        
        Care about Patients
        
        You need to Care about Patients, as sometimes you need to go extra miles to find a result which can be stressful at times. However, as 80 percent of the doctor’s decision will be based upon the lab’s result, it’s worth to go that extra mile.
        
        Scientific Knowledge
        
        is the heart of any medical laboratory technologist’s career. Every lab technologist needs very strong knowledge of science that includes, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, physics and microbiology. Especially a laboratory technologist must have the knowledge of how chemicals react with one another and about chemical composition.
      - Pharmacist
        
        Pharmacists are medication experts and play a critical role in helping people get the best results from their medications. Pharmacists prepare and dispense prescriptions, ensure medicines and doses are correct, prevent harmful drug interactions, and counsel patients on the safe and appropriate use of their medications.
        
        Characteristics
        
        Good Memory
        
        Although pharmacists are not required to carry every piece of knowledge about every drug in their heads, they need to be able to keep track of facts such as common drug interactions, allergies, side effects and nomenclature.
        
        Knowledgeable
        
        According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, pharmacists must attend a doctor of pharmacy program and take two licensing exams. Doctor of pharmacy programs vary in their requirements for entry.
        
        Interpersonal Skills
        
        Pharmacy Times reports that pharmacists are some of the most trusted professionals. Good skills in dealing with people is another important characteristic of a pharmacist.
        
        Quality
        
        Proof Reading
        
        Sometimes doctors miss drug-drug interaction and prescribe such medications. Then pharmacists can become proof-readers and inform back doctors about it and suggest changes in prescription.
        
        Interpersonal Skills
        
        Pharmacists often have to struggle between doctors who don’t like to be questioned and frustrated patients who may get upset due to waiting for their prescriptions. Pharmacists need interpersonal skills like patience, diplomacy and a great sense of humour.
        
        Accuracy
        
        Pharmacists are dealing with medicines in every aspect from production to marketing of it and even involved in dispensing of medicines. As a pharmacist, we aware that medicines could be dangerous if wrongly dispatched or mishandled.
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        Expertise
        
        In order to become a pharmacist, a person needs to graduate from an accredited pharmacy program and then take two licensing exams. This means that pharmacists attend four years of undergraduate study and another three to four years in a pharmacy program.
        
        Attention to detail
        
        Because of the kind of work they do, pharmacists need to have great attention to detail. They must read prescriptions, dispense medications, and keep meticulous records. All of these activities require great attention to very particular specifications. A small error in doing any one of these tasks could have a huge effect on a patient’s health.
        
        Good memory
        
        It is important for pharmacists to get accurate and complete information from patients about their condition. To do this, pharmacists need good communication skills. They need to have good listening skills and be able to question and probe for information that will help them to understand the patient’s situation.
        Pharmacists also must be able to effectively explain to patients what drugs they are taking, why they need to take the drugs, when they need to take them, how they need to take the drugs, and how much of the drugs they need to take. Pharmacists need to do it in a way that the patient will understand, and they need to make sure that the patient has all the information they need.
      - Characteristics
        
        Detail Oriented
        
        Detail-oriented. A detail-oriented approach to work is one important characteristic of a pharmacist because the work involves reading prescriptions, dispensing medication correctly and keeping accurate records.
        
        Good Memory
        
        Good Memory. Although pharmacists are not required to carry every piece of knowledge about every drug in their heads, they need to be able to keep track of facts
        
        Interpersonal Skills
        
        Interpersonal Skills. Pharmacy Times reports that pharmacists are some of the most trusted professionals. Good skills in dealing with people is another important characteristic of a pharmacist.
      - Pharmacists, also known as chemists or druggists are health professionals who deal with the preparation, properties, effects and proper use of medicines. Pharmacists provide pharmaceutical care to patients and promote public health by serving as health advisors and care providers in the community.
- - - - NURSING
        
        CHARACTERISTICS
        
        CRITICAL THINKING
        
        Nursing requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Specifically, strong critical thinking skills are necessary to put together pieces of information that may seem unrelated and draw rational conclusions. Nurses may have to think quickly under pressure to help patient needs.
        
        COMMUNICATION SKILLS
        
        Top-notch communication skills are among the most important for nurses. As a liaison between patients, doctors and family members, nurses never stop collecting and relaying critical data.
        
        KNOWLEDGEABLE
        
        Nurses must possess extensive knowledge to care effectively for their patients. They must have the skills to apply healthcare theories in real-life situations. In order to become a registered nurse, they will have earned a degree through a program that imparted this knowledge and let them practice implementing it. Therefore, successful nurses are well-rounded and educated in their practice.
        
        QUALITIES
        
        COMPASSION
        
        Compassion requires staff to give something in the form of kind acts or words and plays a huge role in nursing practice. The value statements of the healthcare profession highlight respect, compassion, and care. The lack of compassion has a negative impact on patients, particularly the elderly and those suffering from terminal illnesses.
        
        EMOTIONAL STABILITY
        
        A nurse’s job is mentally demanding. Each day can bring a range of powerful emotions including joy, surprise, sadness and frustration. Tough situations are all in a day’s work for a nurse, but to effectively manage the needs of colleagues, patients and their family members, remaining calm when faced with upsetting experiences is essential.
        
        STAMINA
        
        The physical demand on nurses is perhaps one of the most underestimated aspects of their careers. Being a nurse requires the ability to bend, turn, twist, lift and stand regularly, sometimes for long periods. Healthcare facilities provide training and equipment to make these tasks less strenuous, which reduces costly staff injuries and improves patient safety. To be successful and able to respond effectively to emergencies in fast-paced settings, it helps to have stamina.
        
        A nurse is a caregiver for patients and helps to manage physical needs, prevent illness, and treat health conditions. To do this, they need to observe and monitor the patient, recording any relevant information to aid in treatment decision-making.
- - - - APPLIED PHYSICS
        
        Astrophysicist
        
        Astrophysicists try to understand the universe and its contents, including stars, planets, galaxies and celestial objects, by applying the laws of physics.
        
        Qualities of being an Astrophysicist
        
        Analytical
        
        Strongly developed analytical skills are important when working as an astrophysicist. Astrophysicists conduct numerous research projects, and analytical skills assist with gathering, interpreting, analyzing and reporting data.
        
        Reporting
        
        Astrophysicists are an important part of furthering the research of astrophysics. The ability to not only test but also report data in a way that other professionals in the industry can use is critical.
        
        Mathematical
        
        Astrophysicists often use advanced mathematical skills to test theories and report data. Mathematical skills in courses like calculus and physics can help the astrophysicist in their role.
        
        Problem-solving
        
        Many astrophysicists solve a variety of problems related to their research. Skills in problem-solving allow them to identify the problem, create a hypothesis and take the necessary steps to prove or disprove the theory.
        
        Characteristics of an Astrophysicist
        
        Curiosity
        
        Physicists and astronomers work in fields that are always on the cutting edge of technology. They must be very keen to learn continuously for their career. In-depth knowledge must be gained on a wide range of technical subjects, from computer programming to particle colliders.
        
        Self-disciplined
        
        Physicists and astronomers spend a lot of time working alone and need to be able to stay motivated as well as accurate in their work.
        
        Interpersonal skills
        
        They must collaborate extensively with others—in both academic and industrial research contexts. They need to be able to work well with others toward a common goal. Interpersonal skills should also help researchers secure funding for their projects.
        
        The degree in applied physics prepares students to suceed in a wide range of entry-level positions in the high technology and biotechnology industry by giving them a broad and rigorous grounding in the principles of physics, while at the same time emphasizing the application of physics to real-world problems.
- - - - Aeronautics is the science or art involved with the study, design, and manufacturing of air flight–capable machines, and the techniques of operating aircraft and rockets within the atmosphere. The British Royal Aeronautical Society identifies the aspects of "aeronautical Art, Science and Engineering" and "The profession of Aeronautics (which expression includes Astronautics)."
      - CHARACTERISTICS
        
        Practical
        
        One of the most popular debates in the engineering profession is the relative importance of theoretical and practical knowledge. There is obviously no definite formula to assess their relationship, but it would be foolish to say that a proficient engineer does not possess both these qualities.
        
        Knowledge
        
        As they say; ‘Knowledge is power’! Today’s world is evolving at a serious pace and everyone is encouraged to keep themselves updated as much as possible, especially engineers.
        
        Problem-Solving
        
        This is perhaps the most desirable skill in an engineer since problems are exactly what they solve. A competent engineer is someone who meticulously studies the problem presented, comprehending it completely, and then applying their analytical skills to locate the very root of it. This whole process is the application of problem-solving skills and is clearly a must-have for any engineer who wants to excel in his / her profession.
      - QUALITIES
        
        Attention to Detail
        
        From commercial to military aircraft and missiles to rockets, aerospace engineers have to work extremely hard to ensure that these machines are structurally sound and secure for guidance, communication, propulsion, and navigation.
        
        Active Listening
        
        Aerospace engineers work in a team and thus, it is crucial that they must pay attention to messages and other instructions communicated to them. As even a small mistake on their part can create blunders.
        Moreover, it is not just great listening skills that make a good aerospace engineer but also the ability to comprehend information. Further, the engineer must be able to use that information in the problem-solving and decision-making process as well.
        
        Critical Thinking
        
        Critical thinking usually means a person’s ability to analyze a situation logically and come up with a set of judgments to formulate solutions. Since an aerospace engineer is involved in the making of aircraft and other machines, they need to identify the weaknesses and bring appropriate and safe solutions to the fore.
- - - - The ability to use logic to solve problems and make decisions, especially in stressful situations, is essential.
    - - Since safety is your primary concern, you must be able to clearly convey instructions to your passengers and crew.
    - - Flight attendants must have a willingness and ability to relocate according to operational needs.
  - - - In a job that deals and interacts with many people, having good communication skills is very important. Part of a flight attendant’s job is to disseminate instructions they need to be able to communicate and articulate words properly, especially during a crisis.
    - - A flight attendant's work requires an ability to stand for long periods. Other flight attendant physical requirements include the strength and endurance to be able to reposition items overhead as well as push and pull heavy carts.
    - - New flights, new country, new food, new culture, new environment, and new time zone. You have to be flexible and properly learn how to adapt easily to these changes as you would often encounter this as you fulfill your duties as a flight attendant. Problem-solving and handling stress.