Section 6 ETEC 561

Section 6

ETEC 561

Begin your post for this week with some background: what is your current job, what program are you enrolled in, what brings you to that program, and what do you expect when you graduate (change jobs? obtain a promotion?).

Currently, and for the last 15 years I have been a respiratory care practitioner and for the last 7 years I have expanded into clinical instruction.  I am enrolled in the Global E-learning and Leadership program.  My reason for the choice of program came about by meeting Dr. Waller at a conference.  Dr. Waller told me about a fantastic new master’s program available through A&M Commerce.

Past experiences in healthcare, serving in the military and love for travel promoted a natural curiosity in me regarding various cultures.  I enjoy inspiring others to achieve their dreams.  Global E-learning has taught me to see others in a deeper aspect.  I have learned to consider the needs of other cultures in learning.  My desire is to inspire and instruct.  Learning more about leadership will be important to the realization of that goal.  Graduation expectations consist of changing careers.

Next, describe the kind of work that you want to do and the type of organization or institution in which you want to work. Use the WorkMatrix^TM in the chapter titled “Getting a Job in Business and Industry” to help organize your thoughts. Do you most desire first, second, third, or fourth level service? Or would you rather design or develop instruction? What features of work are important to you? What economic sector do you want to work in?

 

An opportunity to improve healthcare training and teambuilding would be a fantastic way to achieve better multi-cultural communication processes in the field.   A secondary interest would consist of teaching on-line didactic classes for expanding respiratory care training taking place in other countries.  I would most likely find these positions available in larger hospitals.  Fourth level service that allows me to work from any location would be optimal.   Another fantastic opportunity would be to find a first or second level position training therapists at hospitals internationally.  Most likely this type of scenario would be in the private sector. 

   

Based on these intentions, explain what you need to learn. What skills and qualifications do you need? Will you obtain the skills you need in the required courses in your program? What electives might you need to take to help you develop skills specific to your aspirations?

I need to learn more concerning leadership, recognizing talents in your team members and motivation.  Most of the skills I need will come from my degree plan.  Additionally, electives in training and instructional development will help me be more rounded professionally.

Finally, what organizations would best support your continued learning after you graduate? Do you think you would benefit from joining those organizations before graduating? Explain why or why not?

 

The organization I feel would support my continued learning would be the American Society for Training and Development.  I’m not sure if I could benefit from joining the organization just yet.  I may decide to branch off into another area of training or instruction before I finish my degree plan.  The closer I get to the finish line, and the more exposed I become to classmates I can learn from, I may go in another direction.  I am still a little flexible at this point.