Why don't we outsource MORE jobs, if it would help American companies be more effective?
It would lower the price cost of things. Imagine if companies outsourced all jobs that can be done in China or elsewhere for a fraction of the cost (there are millions of people who speak English outside of America) and professional jobs, like nursing, could be done by H1B1 visas (foreign people who have a college degree and come in temporarily and then get switched with a new set of people). In the long run, isn't this what's best?
Politics - 5 Answers
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Let's ask Bill Clinton - he started this whole mess........
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No, it would be far better to overhaul the tax code, eliminate most deductions and lower rates. Tort and regulatory reform would improve the business climate and jobs might actually return.
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Your trying to think like a Conservative, and failed.
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You're right, America should rot in its crappy paying jobs, and extremely few good paying jobs. Oh wait, that just sounds stupid.
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Then what are Americans going to do for jobs? How will we pay our bills? Have you bought gas recently? Have you bought groceries recently and tried to feed a family? If the jobs go away, we will turn into a Third World county that is essentially a welfare state. I'm a college graduate who recently had to take a job at McDonald's. I refuse to go on the government rolls for food stamps, etc. So, I just suck it up and work at whatever I can get while I continue to look for something that makes some kind of sense. What do the recent college graduates do who are up to their necks in student loans? At least mine have been paid off. Basically, you are telling us that our education and skills are worthless. What's the point of struggling to get an education? Why bother to tell today's kids to go to college? Right now, there are people who have worked, scrimped and sacrificed to become an educated part of the workforce and they have no place to go except Starbucks, McDonald's or other low paying jobs and they can't support themselves let alone a family. Do we just line up at the welfare office? Call an 800 number for customer service and guess what you get? We can't even get those jobs unless we want to move to India or the Philippines. Maybe you have discretionary income in this economy, but there are those of us who do not. We are willing to work, but being willing does nothing for you if there is no place to go to work.
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Saturday, February 28, 2009
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Could I still teach English abroad if I majored in registered nursing
Could I still teach English abroad if I majored in registered nursing?
I'm going into my junior year of university and I plan on majoring in registered nursing. I have a huge interest in East Asia so I was thinking of teaching English in maybe Japan or Hong Kong after I get my Bachelor's, although I wouldn't mind South Korea or China. Anyway, I just want to know, if I went away for a year or two to teach English would that effect my skills and what I remember as a nurse? I plan on going as soon as I finish my degree so I'm just worried that I'll forget a lot of what I learned in university and I'll end up needing to go back to school. So, does it seem feasible to major in nursing and go away to teach English for a year or two? If so, would doing self-study while I'm away help me to remember? Or should I just give it up and travel after I get my career going? I realize that there isn't really a concrete answer that can be given to this type of question but I would just like some opinions. Thanks. :-)
Teaching - 1 Answers
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In terms of the requirements, you'd have no difficulty, as the only criteria for teaching English in most Asian countries is a Bachelor's degree--regardless of what degree it happens to be. What you may want to look at are the advantages and disadvantages of each possibility. Japan virtually always has open positions, and for some corporations such as the Jet Program, you'd be able to interview in the United States. The pay is fairly good, but you'll likely have to pay for your own apartment, and Japan is an expensive country in most respects. It's also occasionally more difficult to get positions through programs and companies, as those jobs may have several candidates. South Korea pays very well--approximately $2200/month on average or more at this point--and it has several other advantages. The tax rate is minimal (usually between 5-15% depending on your level of income), your apartment and plane tickets are paid for and you receive a month's pay as a bonus at the end of a year contract (which is required by Korean law). On the other hand, Korea doesn't feel quite as urbane as the alternatives (though that's subjective), and it's a bit more culturally isolated. China and/or Hong Kong definitely has a growing market for teachers, but due to its often unregulated system, it can be one of the more indefinite choices. I've heard more horror stories about schools in China than anywhere else in Asia. However, the average pay is continuing to rise, and more reputable schools are continually seeking teachers. Again, though it's subjective, I feel that the culture is often much more interesting and rewarding than Japan and Korea. Finally, in regard to your other concerns, I personally feel that the experience of living and working abroad is worth far more than maintaining continuity in your education. In an increasingly globalized world, travel and world experience are often looked upon more favorably than more traditional work experience. You get to experience a wholly different culture, travel and gain a lot of memories while earning a very good wage. In short, I'd say it's worth it. As you said, you can always study while abroad, and there are always refresher courses to get you back on track. (Edit: To clarify the confusion I've seen in the answers others have given to this issue, none of the three countries you mentioned--Japan, Korea and China--require TEFL certification. The *only* requirements in most cases are that you be a native speaker of the U.S., U.K., South Africa, Australia or New Zealand and possess a Bachelor's degree. Having certification can certainly help, but it's not a necessity for employment. That being said, it certainly does help in terms of your ability to carry out the actual job requirements. The visa process can be laborious, and most schools or agencies handle the majority of the work for you, but contrary to what one person claimed, this fact doesn't make the industry as a whole less inclined to hire someone who does not have certification of any kind. On the contrary, the English-teaching market continues to grow, and teachers--however qualified--continue to be in high demand.)
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I'm going into my junior year of university and I plan on majoring in registered nursing. I have a huge interest in East Asia so I was thinking of teaching English in maybe Japan or Hong Kong after I get my Bachelor's, although I wouldn't mind South Korea or China. Anyway, I just want to know, if I went away for a year or two to teach English would that effect my skills and what I remember as a nurse? I plan on going as soon as I finish my degree so I'm just worried that I'll forget a lot of what I learned in university and I'll end up needing to go back to school. So, does it seem feasible to major in nursing and go away to teach English for a year or two? If so, would doing self-study while I'm away help me to remember? Or should I just give it up and travel after I get my career going? I realize that there isn't really a concrete answer that can be given to this type of question but I would just like some opinions. Thanks. :-)
Teaching - 1 Answers
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In terms of the requirements, you'd have no difficulty, as the only criteria for teaching English in most Asian countries is a Bachelor's degree--regardless of what degree it happens to be. What you may want to look at are the advantages and disadvantages of each possibility. Japan virtually always has open positions, and for some corporations such as the Jet Program, you'd be able to interview in the United States. The pay is fairly good, but you'll likely have to pay for your own apartment, and Japan is an expensive country in most respects. It's also occasionally more difficult to get positions through programs and companies, as those jobs may have several candidates. South Korea pays very well--approximately $2200/month on average or more at this point--and it has several other advantages. The tax rate is minimal (usually between 5-15% depending on your level of income), your apartment and plane tickets are paid for and you receive a month's pay as a bonus at the end of a year contract (which is required by Korean law). On the other hand, Korea doesn't feel quite as urbane as the alternatives (though that's subjective), and it's a bit more culturally isolated. China and/or Hong Kong definitely has a growing market for teachers, but due to its often unregulated system, it can be one of the more indefinite choices. I've heard more horror stories about schools in China than anywhere else in Asia. However, the average pay is continuing to rise, and more reputable schools are continually seeking teachers. Again, though it's subjective, I feel that the culture is often much more interesting and rewarding than Japan and Korea. Finally, in regard to your other concerns, I personally feel that the experience of living and working abroad is worth far more than maintaining continuity in your education. In an increasingly globalized world, travel and world experience are often looked upon more favorably than more traditional work experience. You get to experience a wholly different culture, travel and gain a lot of memories while earning a very good wage. In short, I'd say it's worth it. As you said, you can always study while abroad, and there are always refresher courses to get you back on track. (Edit: To clarify the confusion I've seen in the answers others have given to this issue, none of the three countries you mentioned--Japan, Korea and China--require TEFL certification. The *only* requirements in most cases are that you be a native speaker of the U.S., U.K., South Africa, Australia or New Zealand and possess a Bachelor's degree. Having certification can certainly help, but it's not a necessity for employment. That being said, it certainly does help in terms of your ability to carry out the actual job requirements. The visa process can be laborious, and most schools or agencies handle the majority of the work for you, but contrary to what one person claimed, this fact doesn't make the industry as a whole less inclined to hire someone who does not have certification of any kind. On the contrary, the English-teaching market continues to grow, and teachers--however qualified--continue to be in high demand.)
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Saturday, February 7, 2009
Study abroad in China or Japan? Pros and Cons
Study abroad in China or Japan? Pros and Cons?
I'm just thinking about my future and where I want to study-abroad and pick up fluency. From what I read from previous answers China is a cheap place to live and I know from my obsession with Japan that it is an expensive place. Can you just tell me what I'll be looking at as far as completing my degree, living expenses, etc. Also I plan to do nursing. I know Japan has an large American college that has a nursing program there. If I were to go there will I be able to keep up with my nursing studies or not? Nursing is just so different from other majors. Please, all info is welcome.
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Hello, I studied in Japan and will study in China next year. First off, China is less expensive overall, but it largely depends on how you choose to spend your money. If you are Japan-crazy and you end up in a metropolitan area, you will probably spend a ridiculous amount of cash on stuff. On the flip-side, if you live in a rural area in Japan, you will not find a lot of things to spend your money on. Same goes for China. If you really want to, you can learn to save money no matter where you are by learning how the locals shop. I saved a lot in Tokyo because my host mom was able to point me to cheaper places to go ( i.e. Mosburger instead of McDonald's). You should base your choice on where you really want to study, and where the education is best for what you want to study. Nursing is a very good thing to study in Japan, and it seems like you'd rather go there anyway. The cons of Japan- 1) as you've mentioned, inflation is bad. 2) it will not be anything like what you read in books. Not that it's necessarily a bad thing, but one thing to remember is that all Japanese are not otakus. Most of them don't know anything about the latest anime, or study martial arts, or other "Japanese" things. Also, the Japanese have a strict code of "nihonjinron", or "Japanese-ness". No matter what, it will be impossible to assimilate. As long as you keep these things in mind, you should enjoy Japan. Now China, I am still investigating. The pro is that your money will go a little further but the con is it's very, very crowded.
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I'm just thinking about my future and where I want to study-abroad and pick up fluency. From what I read from previous answers China is a cheap place to live and I know from my obsession with Japan that it is an expensive place. Can you just tell me what I'll be looking at as far as completing my degree, living expenses, etc. Also I plan to do nursing. I know Japan has an large American college that has a nursing program there. If I were to go there will I be able to keep up with my nursing studies or not? Nursing is just so different from other majors. Please, all info is welcome.
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Hello, I studied in Japan and will study in China next year. First off, China is less expensive overall, but it largely depends on how you choose to spend your money. If you are Japan-crazy and you end up in a metropolitan area, you will probably spend a ridiculous amount of cash on stuff. On the flip-side, if you live in a rural area in Japan, you will not find a lot of things to spend your money on. Same goes for China. If you really want to, you can learn to save money no matter where you are by learning how the locals shop. I saved a lot in Tokyo because my host mom was able to point me to cheaper places to go ( i.e. Mosburger instead of McDonald's). You should base your choice on where you really want to study, and where the education is best for what you want to study. Nursing is a very good thing to study in Japan, and it seems like you'd rather go there anyway. The cons of Japan- 1) as you've mentioned, inflation is bad. 2) it will not be anything like what you read in books. Not that it's necessarily a bad thing, but one thing to remember is that all Japanese are not otakus. Most of them don't know anything about the latest anime, or study martial arts, or other "Japanese" things. Also, the Japanese have a strict code of "nihonjinron", or "Japanese-ness". No matter what, it will be impossible to assimilate. As long as you keep these things in mind, you should enjoy Japan. Now China, I am still investigating. The pro is that your money will go a little further but the con is it's very, very crowded.
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Sunday, February 1, 2009
How can I get a license of physical therapy
How can I get a license of physical therapy?
I am a Chinese majoring in Nursing and have got my bachelor's degree in Medical Science in China. And this fall, I am going to join a PhD program in Rehabilitation Science (not physical therapy) of a university in U.S. But I think it would be much better to have a clinical license in this field. So can anyone tell me whether I can get a license of physical therapy in U.S., and how? Thanks!
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You must go through at least a master's or doctorate level degree in PT (DPT). If you didn't have all the required science courses in your nursing major, you will need to take these first (probably would take 1-2 years) and then you could apply for the graduate level program which is typically another three years. Then you would need to sit for a licensure exam.
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I am a Chinese majoring in Nursing and have got my bachelor's degree in Medical Science in China. And this fall, I am going to join a PhD program in Rehabilitation Science (not physical therapy) of a university in U.S. But I think it would be much better to have a clinical license in this field. So can anyone tell me whether I can get a license of physical therapy in U.S., and how? Thanks!
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You must go through at least a master's or doctorate level degree in PT (DPT). If you didn't have all the required science courses in your nursing major, you will need to take these first (probably would take 1-2 years) and then you could apply for the graduate level program which is typically another three years. Then you would need to sit for a licensure exam.
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