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The need for health care workers has never been greater. Prepare yourself for success with Peterson's Master the Certified Nursing Assistant (CAN) and Home Health Aide (HHA) Exams study guide, an essential tool with all of the review material, as well as practice tests, to help you do more than just pass the exams. The study guide breaks down each subject and offers a diagnostic test to help you determine your strengths and weaknesses, as well as how to prepare for your exam and what to expect on exam day.

The nationally recognized credit-by-exam DSST® program helps students earn college credits for learning acquired outside the traditional classroom such as; learning from on-the-job training, reading, or independent study. DSST® tests offer students a cost-effective, time-saving way to use the knowledge they've acquired outside of the classroom to accomplish their education goals.Peterson's® Master the(TM) DSST® Foundations of Education Exam provides a general overview of the subjects students will encounter on the exam including topics related to contemporary issues in education; past and current influences on education (philosophies, democratic ideals, social/economic influences); and the interrelationships between contemporary issues and influences, past or current, in education. This valuable resource includes:Diagnostic pre-test with detailed answer explanationsAssessment Grid designed to help identify areas that need focus Subject Matter Review proving a general overview of the subjects, followed by a review of the relevant topics and terminology covered on the examPost-test offering 60 questions all with detailed answer explanations Key information about the DSST® such as, what to expect on test day and how to register and prepare for the DSST®

The nationally recognized credit-by-exam DSST® program helps students earn college credits for learning acquired outside the traditional classroom such as; learning from on-the-job training, reading, or independent study. DSST® tests offer students a cost-effective, time-saving way to use the knowledge they've acquired outside of the classroom to accomplish their education goals.Peterson's® Master the(TM) DSST® Fundamentals of Counseling Exam provides a general overview of the subjects students will encounter on the exam such as historical development, counseling relationship, theoretical approaches, counselor roles and functions, career development, etc. This valuable resource includes:Diagnostic pre-test with detailed answer explanationsAssessment Grid designed to help identify areas that need focus Subject Matter Review proving a general overview of the subjects, followed by a review of the relevant topics and terminology covered on the examPost-test offering 60 questions all with detailed answer explanations Key information about the DSST® such as, what to expect on test day and how to register and prepare for the DSST®

The nationally recognized credit-by-exam DSST® program helps students earn college credits for learning acquired outside the traditional classroom such as; learning from on-the-job training, reading, or independent study. DSST® tests offer students a cost-effective, time-saving way to use the knowledge they've acquired outside of the classroom to accomplish their education goals.Peterson's® Master the(TM) DSST® Ethics in Technology Exam provides a general overview of the subjects students will encounter on the exam such as Cyberspace and Privacy, Domestic and International Security, Legal Issues in Cyberspace, Technological Innovation and Ethics, Professional Ethics. This valuable resource includes:Diagnostic pre-test with detailed answer explanationsAssessment Grid designed to help identify areas that need focus Subject Matter Review proving a general overview of the subjects, followed by a review of the relevant topics and terminology covered on the examPost-test offering 60 questions all with detailed answer explanations Key information about the DSST® such as, what to expect on test day and how to register and prepare for the DSST®

The nationally recognized credit-by-exam DSST® program helps students earn college credits for learning acquired outside the traditional classroom such as; learning from on-the-job training, reading, or independent study. DSST® tests offer students a cost-effective, time-saving way to use the knowledge they've acquired outside of the classroom to accomplish their education goals.Peterson's® Master the(TM) DSST® Astronomy Exam provides a general overview of the subjects students will encounter on the exam such as the history of the Science of Astronomy, Astrophysics, Celestial Systems, the Science of Light, Planetary Systems, Nature and Evolution of the Sun and Stars, Galaxies and the Universe. This valuable resource includes:Diagnostic pre-test with detailed answer explanationsAssessment Grid designed to help identify areas that need focus Subject Matter Review proving a general overview of the subjects, followed by a review of the relevant topics and terminology covered on the examPost-test offering 60 questions all with detailed answer explanations Key information about the DSST® such as, what to expect on test day and how to register and prepare for the DSST®

Peterson's® Master the(TM) GRE® General Test 2020 is the one-stop resource for preparing for the GRE® General Test. This comprehensive guide is organized into six parts that include basic information about the test, a diagnostic test, thorough test-preparation material for the GRE® General Test Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning sections, and three full-length practice tests.7 full-length GRE® practice tests (4 in print and 3 online), all with detailed answer explanationsA full-length Diagnostic Test to help determine strengths and weaknessesPre-test practice questions in the Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning sectionsExtensive review of all subject areas: Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and Analytical WritingHelpful tips for using the on-screen calculator and strategies for answering numeric entry questionsAnalytical Writing samples with analysis walk-throughs to sharpen skills needed for success on theArgument and Issue Task responsesExpert advice on GRE® General Test question formats, scoring, and what to expect on test day

The Associated Press Guide to News Writing, is the standard professional resource for both novice and experienced news writers. This practical handbook is the ideal writing style guide for all reporters, writers, editors, and English and journalism students. It covers all the essentials of good news writing, according to the styles and guidelines set forth by the Associated Press-with lively examples from today's newspapers. This authoritative guide includes:Professional advice about crafting a good feature storyIn-depth reviews of important principles in news writingExpert guidance on writing concise, informative copy, source citations, and more.Clear and instructive discussions of specialized styles.

The study guide provides test-taking strategies for local, state, and national written exams. Includes five practice tests, review of Candidate Physical Ability Test skill sets, the latest EMT, first aid, and crisis management requirements, and expert testing advice.

Peterson's® Master(TM) the NCLEX-RN® is a comprehensive source of information designed to help candidates score their best on the licensing exam to become a registered nurse. With its content aligned to the test plan developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN®) and practice exercises built to reinforce those concepts, this guide provides effective test preparation for what candidates will encounter on the actual exam. It also includes information about nursing concepts, nursing procedures, and pharmacology plus details on nursing specialties.4 full-length practice tests-2 in the book and access to 2 online-all with detailed answer explanationsDiagnostic test to pinpoint strengths and weaknessesPractice questions designed to provide comprehensive review of all subjects covered on the actual licensing examListings of state boards of nursing as well as professional organizations

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