New standards will impact HVAC tech demand
New performance standards were approved this year that will make the evaluations of homes for HVAC work more efficient and provide clear guidelines for certified contractors. The approved guidelines come at a time when AC & Heating/Refrigeration (HVAC-R) technicians are in growing demand as the HVAC industry continues to grow. The Air Conditioning Contractors of America Educational Institute Standards Task Team announced that the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has recognized ACCA 12 QH-2011 Existing Homes Evaluation and Performance Improvement standard, according to a press release issued by the organization. The release also states that ACCA 12 QH-2011 was developed
READ MOREAllergy season predicted to be harsh, pharmacies will see growth in business
A warmer than normal winter for most of the nation may have been great news for those that dread the cold and snow, but it may also mean a tougher spring for those who suffer from allergies and asthma as pollen counts in many parts of the country are higher than normal for this time of the year. “I’m seeing a lot of people the last two weeks coming in with a lot of wheezing and coughing,” Dr. Mark Kalenian with Alabama Asthma and Allergy said recently in a Dothen Eagle article on the predicted increase in allergy cases across
READ MOREMedical assistants help supply doctors with vital information
Doctors rely on information when making decisions on how to treat patients and medical assistants play an important role in supplying that access to important medical information. Medical assistants play an important part in a healthcare facility and they are also helping to ensure patients receive the most efficient care possible, especially as demand for healthcare services continues to grow. Information is power, especially in the medical field, and the more information a doctor has when he or she visits with a patient, the more help that doctor is going to be able to offer. That’s why it is critical
READ MOREHVAC industry growing, changing
One of the best ways builders can reduce costs is by constructing energy-efficient structures. From tax credits to lower energy bills, the advantages of building an energy-efficient structure is great and that is putting AC & Heating/Refrigeration (HVAC-R) technicians in high demand. A growth in concern over the environment, tax credits for environmentally friendly buildings, and a need to save money, have made innovative heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in high demand all across the country. Because the technology involved in these HVAC systems is changing there is a growing need for professionally trained HVAC technicians who have
READ MOREAllergy season sees increase in prescription orders
Many people make regular trips to the pharmacy each spring as allergy season hits most of the nation. Pharmacy technicians also see an increase in allergy medication orders this time of year. Almost all regions of the country experience a rise in types of allergies in the spring season but some cities have a more challenging time than others. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has released its preliminary 2012 Spring Allergy Capitals report, which identifies the 100 “most challenging” U.S. cities to live in with spring allergies. The scientific analysis is based on factors including prevalence data,
READ MOREMedical assistants in high demand
The healthcare industry is one of the fastest-growing, yet challenged industries in America. As more and more Americans gain access to healthcare and the population ages, there is a greater demand for medical professionals, and hiring in this industry continues to grow. However, there are also a lot of new regulations, especially related to insurance, and medical offices are looking for professionally trained workers in every position. Medical assistants are in high demand as they provide a critical service in helping to make sure a busy healthcare office or facility is running smoothly. New requirements are being placed on the
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