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The most researched job profiles have been identified in 6 countries. For every profile, the related skills have been listed.

Teachers and school counsellors should use the information provided to enhance students' motivation underlining the consistency between what is learnt at school and the skills required by the labour market.

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NAME OF THE JOB PROFILE:
Carer
Description of the job profile
Provides appropriate assistance with basic physical care tasks. Identifies and addresses the unique safety needs of persons. Considers the person's abilities, needs, and preferences in order to maximize comfort, sense of well-being, and independence. Obtains and applies knowledge of the individual’s personal history; personal, religious, and spiritual preferences; and cultural and ethnic background. Identifies and validates the feelings, expressed verbally or nonverbally, of the person. Demonstrates effective ways of listening to and communicating with patients. Working hours will vary, depending on the job, and may include evenings, weekends or split shifts.
Economical sector
Tertiary
Country
Romania
Qualifications required
A high school diploma and completion of a 2-year associate's degree in medical assistance.
- General nurses
Total number of training hours
2000
Knowledge
Knowledge Description Level
Health and Medicine Medicine Level 6
Health and Medicine Nutrition Level 5
Sciences and Mathematics Chemistry Level 7
Sciences and Mathematics Botany Level 4
Sciences and Mathematics Biology Level 4
Skills
Skill Description Level
Analytical thinking Intuitive thinking Level 4
Analytical thinking Logical reasoning Level 6
Communication skills Active Listening Level 6
Communication skills Persuasion Level 7
Customer care Social Perceptiveness Level 6
Customer care Service Orientation Level 7
Computer Skills IT Level 4
Manual dexterity Manual dexterity Level 5
Using of technical tools Elaboration of mixtures and medicines Level 7
Competences
Competence Description Level
Ability to work under pressure Dealing with emotionally charged situations Level 7
Communication competences Good communication and observation Level 6
Customer care Ability to answer questions and offer advice Level 6
Customer care Customer focus Level 7
Organisational competences Organization Level 7
Organisational competences Tidiness Level 6
Personal/behavioural competences Discretion Level 6
Personal/behavioural competences Commitment Level 7
Teamworking Team work Level 7
Previous Experience
Experience is important
Personal Attitude
Sociable and interested in helping others and taking care of other people’s health and well-being.

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