It's important to remember that one blood test alone doesn't determine your risk of heart disease and that the most important risk factors for heart disease are smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes.
A National Diploma is a title that is used to represent a standard of academic or vocational education. The title was first used in the United Kingdom, but has now been adopted by educational systems worldwide.
Licensed Practical Nurse Program Tracks. There are two academic tracks that a student can take before sitting for the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX-PN) and ultimately becoming a licensed practical nurse (LPN): associate degree or diploma. The major difference between any associate degree and a diploma is the amount of credit hours contained in the program.