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- What is a potential for learning certain things called?
- aptitude
- What are the "extras" provided by employers, such as insurance, bonuses and paid vacation?
- fringe benefits
- What is the title for someone who learns how to do a specific job through experience and guidance from a skilled worker?
- apprentice
- What is the term for the cost of attending school?
- tuition
- A written summary of your education and work history that you provide to a perspective employer is called what?
- resume
- What is the term for people who will provide personal and/or professional information to the employer about a job applicant?
- reference
- What is a formal meeting between an employer and a job applicant?
- interview
- What is the privileged status that results from continuous service to one company?
- seniority
- What is the quality of standing up for one's rights, beliefs, and ideas in a constructive manner?
- assertiveness
- What means of identification does everyone need before beginning employment?
- social security number
- What is anything, other than land, that is used to produce more wealth called?
- capital
- What do you call a person who starts a new business and manages and assumes the risk of this business?
- entrepreneur
- What is the term for economic conditions in which prices rise sharply?
- inflation
- What is a business owned by a number of people who bought shares in the business?
- corporation
- What is the legal right to sell a company's goods and services in a particular area?
- franchise
- What is the amount of money remaining after all expenses are paid from revenues?
- net profit
- What is a written guarantee of a product's quality and the manufacturer's promise to repair and replace defective parts?
- warranty
- What is a plan that an individual uses to manage money?
- budget
- What is the term to describe something of value a person owns that is promised if loan payments can't be met?
- collateral
- What do you call a person who is named by a life insurance policyholder to receive payments from the insurance?
- beneficiary
- In the event of a claim, what is the amount of money the policyholder must pay before the insurance company will pay?
- deductible
- What are the initials of the Federal agency responsible for collecting income taxes?
- IRS
- What is the legal statement that reports the amount of money earned and taxes withheld from an employee's income?
- W-2 Form
- What are the initials used to identify the social security deduction on an employee's check stub?
- FICA
- What do you call services, such as electricity, gas, and water, that are provided by public companies?
- utilities
- What is the name of the document which gives minors permission to be employed at a specific place?
- work permit
- What are the three types of educational programs that graduate individuals eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Professional Nursing (RN) called?
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BSN (any order)
ADN
Diploma - What are the abbreviations for the two types of medical degrees? (any order)
- M.D., D.O. (MD and DO is also acceptable, without periods)
- When was the first Social Security Act signed?
- 1935
- When was the Medicare program established?
- 1965
- A good employee demonstrates the ability to think and select an action without being told. What is the term for this characteristic?
- initiative
- An employee who demonstrates a positive attitude toward his or her boss and company and avoids negative comments is considered a/an ________ employee.
- loyal
- An employee who completes assignments without arguing, is willing to help others, follows directions and accepts constructive criticism, is considered a/an _____ employee?
- cooperative
- An employer is responsible for providing employees a safe and clean environment and the equipment necessary for your job. Name a third employer responsibility to the employee.
- paying an agreed salary
- To make a positive first impression an applicant should exhibit a professional appearance and greet the prospective employer with what?
- a firm handshake
- How many years of education does it take to become a Licensed Practical Nurse?
- 9 to 18 months
- What is written on an application form to show that you have not overlooked a question, but did not answer it because it did not pertain to you?
- N/A (should be capitalized)
- What term means that a person has fulfilled requirements of education and performance and meets the standard set up by a professional organization?
- certification
- A process by which a regulatory body administers examinations and maintains a current list of qualified personnel is called:
- registration
- What is the purpose of a letter of application?
- to obtain an interview
- What should you do before using anyone's name as a reference?
- obtain permission
- What should you do during a job interview if any question reflects any kind of religious, racial or sex discrimination?
- politely decline answering
- After the job interview, what should you do to indicate that you are still interested in the position?
- send a thank you note
- The amount of money available to you after deductions is called:
- net income
- The term that is used to show that you are willing to be held accountable for your actions is called what?
- responsibility
- An employee who is prompt in reporting to work and maintains a good attendance record would be demonstrating what characteristic?
- dependability
- The minimum education requirement to become a Registered Dietitian is a _______ degree.
- baccalaureate
- A Speech-Language Therapist requires what minimum education?
- master's degree
- What health professional operates the heart-lung machine used in coronary bypass surgery?
- perfusionist
- When employees are considered for promotions, the first question work-based supervisors ask is:
- What qualifications does the person have?
- A technique to effectively use time is called:
- time management
- . Mental, emotional, or physical tension is called what?
- stress
- When hiring a person for a job, the employer screens for applicants who demonstrate the qualifications needed to perform the job. These qualifications are called:
- competencies
- Periodicals containing articles of specialized information relating to specific professions are called what?
- professional journals
- Employers rely on individuals who are good decision makers, set a good example, and to whom fellow employees go for advice to place in positions of responsibility. They are looking for what quality in their employees?
- leadership
- Solving a disagreement or to successfully deal with friction is called what?
- conflict resolution
- person who does not get paid and who serves or acts on his own free will is called a:
- volunteer
- The direction or movement of job availability or employment needs is called what?
- employment trend
- A formal request for employment or a form used in making such a request is called a:
- job application
- Employees that come from environments where a language other than English is dominant and have sufficient difficulty speaking, reading, writing or understanding English are said to have:
- limited English proficiency
- Managers must be aware of the way an employee learns best. The way that a person takes in and processes information is called what?
- a learning style
- What is a good way to work with someone who might be speech impaired and is trying to communicate with you?
- maintain eye contact
- The basic principle that all people are guaranteed the same privileges or rights is called what?
- equal opportunities
- A developmental collection of your work including documentation of your achievements is called a:
- portfolio
- An opportunity for a business to display materials, equipment, and services about their company is called a:
- trade show
- A skill that you learn to perform through training is called a:
- task
- A task performed to business and industry standards is called a:
- competency
- For handwritten applications what color ink should one use?
- dark blue or black
- When completing a job application, unless you are absolutely certain of the wages you want, what should you write under the salary section?
- negotiable
- As an employee you may be asked to travel on behalf of your organization. An appropriate tip for an airport skycap is:
- $1 per bag
- While employed it might be necessary to have business lunches with clients. What is the expected percent for tipping a waiter or waitress?
- 15 percent of the total bill
- You have been introduced to a person and have forgotten his or her name. What should you do?
- ask his or her name again
- . Social etiquette dictates that when a woman or man enters the room and approaches a man who is seated, the seated man should do what?
- rise from his seat
- Being a responsible citizen is an important employability skill. A responsible citizen is someone who participates in what?
- the democratic system of government
- Your employer, customers, and co-workers form opinions about you by the way you act. Who is responsible for your actions?
- you alone
- Since first impressions are often formed by appearance, a professional appearance shows that you:
- respect yourself
- Chewing gum during an interview is not appropriate because:
- it is unprofessional
- What style of clothes and hair should be worn?
- conservative
- Keeping your personal opinions separate from the company's policies and goals demonstrates what?
- respect for the rights of others
- An educational trend to unite the efforts of educators with employers to provide job training is called:
- school-to-work
- A person who avoids subjects that are likely to result in disagreements is said to be avoiding what?
- controversy
- An employee should know his or her job description and avoid performing skills outside the scope of practice. This is called knowing your:
- limitations
- To learn about a career by spending time observing in the industry is called what?
- job shadowing
- Your attitudes toward work or the philosophy dealing with rules of right conduct at work is called.
- work ethics
- A person who believes in his or her abilities is said to have:
- self-confidence
- An employee who continues difficult tasks until completed is someone who has:
- perseverance
- A worker who demonstrates a desire to learn and who is eager and zealous is said to have:
- enthusiasm
- An employee who adjusts to changes in schedules or job assignments is said to be:
- flexible
- A worker who maintains self-control is said to have:
- poise
- Not all behaviors observed in the work place are appropriate. Observing negative behaviors might help you to learn how to:
- avoid making these mistakes
- If you are confused about an assignment what should you do?
- ask for clarification
- Name one resource to help you learn about occupations in the health field.
- The Dictionary of Occupational Titles
- Name three work skills that are valuable in any work environment. (any order)
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leadership skills
speaking skills
communication skills
teamwork skills
academic skills
a work ethic - Time management consists of having a healthy balance between what two activities?
- (any order) leisure and work
- The ability to order your family, school, household, leisure and work activities is called the ability to:
- prioritize
- Encouragement from others, a promise of money or a gift, or fear of punishment is called an:
- external motivator
- A desire to achieve, a feeling of self-worth or pleasure for having done a good job is called an:
- internal motivator
- Recognizing that there is a discrepancy between what is and what should or could be, identifying possible reasons for those discrepancy, and devising plans to resolve them is called:
- problem solving
- Applying rules and principles to a new situation and determining which conclusions are correct when given a set of facts and a set of conclusions is called:
- reasoning
- An individual's ability to sell goods or services is called:
- salesmanship
- What skills involve using motor/muscular coordination in manipulation of materials/objects?
- psychomotor
- Which club officer calls the meeting to order?
- president
- What is the term for the motion to end a meeting?
- adjourn
- Who is permitted to make a motion
- any club member
- Which club officer collects membership dues?
- treasurer
- In the absence of the president, who carries out the duties of the president?
- vice-president
- In what year was VICA officially founded?
- 1965
- What is the SkillsUSA motto?
- Preparing for leadership in the world of work
- What part of the SkillsUSA emblem represents the challenge of modern technology and the need for continuous education?
- orbital circles
- The SkillsUSA creed states: I believe in the Dignity of what?
- work
- Which of the SkillsUSA colors represents the union of the states and chapters?
- Blue
- In the SkillsUSA emblem the hands represent what?
- individual
- In the SkillsUSA emblem the industrial society is represented by what?
- gear
- In the SkillsUSA emblem the Torch represents what
- knowledge
- Which officer displays and explains the torch as a part of the Opening and Closing Ceremony?
- treasurer
- Which officer displays and explains the hands in the Opening and Closing Ceremony?
- vice president
- SkillsUSA is the national organization for students enrolled in what type of education?
- trade, industrial, technical and health occupations education (any order)
- Which part of the emblem denotes a belief in democracy, liberty and the American way of life?
- shield
- What are the SkillsUSA colors?
- red, white, blue, and gold (any order)
- What is the name of the Executive Director of National SkillsUSA?
- Steve Denby
- What is a list of items to be covered in a meeting called?
- agenda
- What is the term that means to add to or delete something from a motion by another motion?
- amend
- What is the term for a written vote, usually made in secret?
- ballot
- What does the abbreviation "NLSC " stand for?
- National Leadership and Skills Conference
- What is the act of getting together for a meeting or to call a meeting to order?
- convene
- What is a discussion in which members present arguments for opposite sides of the issue?
- debate
- What do you call permission to speak to the group?
- to have the floor
- What is a number greater than 1/2 of all the votes cast by the voting members?
- majority
- What term means a formal proposal for action?
- motion
- What is a statement made by a member to question a ruling or to enforce the regular rules?
- point of order
- What is a statement made by a member when that member believes it is time to vote on a motion?
- call the question
- What is a motion to postpone making a decision on a motion being discussed?
- table the question
- Which officer holds and explains the shield in the Opening Ceremony?
- parliamentarian
- What is a voting method in which members rise to signify "yes" or "'no" on the motion?
- standing vote
- What is the written record of what is said and done during a meeting?
- minutes
- How many SkillsUSA regions are there in the U.S.?
- five
- What term refers to the formal guidelines used in conducting a meeting
- parliamentary procedure
- A special committee to consider a single matter or event is known as what?
- AD HOC
- Business left over from a previous meeting is considered what
- unfinished business
- The first item on the agenda of a meeting is?
- call to order
- A written document of the principles and laws governing the operation of an organization is the definition of what?
- constitution
- The number of members that must be present for business meeting to be conducted legally is called what?
- quorum
- What is required after a motion has been made before it can be discussed?
- a second
- What officer of an organization notifies members of scheduled meetings, keeps and reads the minutes, files copes of committee reports and handles correspondence?
- the secretary
- What type of committee deals with regular and continuing matters of an organization such as professional development and ways and means?
- standing committee
- The word " parliamentary" comes from the French word "parler" which means what?
- to speak
- What is the official SkillsUSA dress for women in addition to the red SkillsUSA blazer, sweater, or windbreaker, the clear seamless hose, and black shoes?
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(any order) white collarless blouse, black skirt or black dress slacks
Note: To save time you do not have to mention "or blouse with a collar that does not extend over the jacket lapels" - What is the official SkillsUSA dress for men in addition to the red SkillsUSA blazer, sweater, or windbreaker, and the black or cordovan shoes?
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(any order) white dress shirt, black tie, slacks and socks
note: To save time you do not have to mention "tied in four-in-hand knot" - SkillsUSA 's program of work is made up of seven components. Name three of the seven.
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Professional Development (any three, any order)
Community Service
Employment
Ways and Means
Skills USA Championships
Public Relations
Social Activities - Through a knowledge of our nation's heritage and the practice of democracy, what do SkillsUSA students develop?
- patriotism
- Repute means to have a what?
- good reputation
- Established in 1979, this center serves as headquarters for National SkillsUSA and houses administrative offices, facilities for the publishing and distribution of leadership training materials and conference facilities.
- The SkillsUSA National Leadership Center (be exact)
- Name the two types of contests that can be conducted at the local level.
- (any order) occupational skill contests, leadership contests