A rewarding career in nursing begins with working toward a degree in this discipline. The coursework may include both traditional sciences as well as training in technical skills and treatment modalities. Nurses can work in both the public and private sector to provide healthcare.

Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest country in both South America and the Latin American region. It is the world's fifth largest country, both by geographical area and by population, with over 193 million people.

A certificate is a short scholastic program that helps provide students with the education and training they need to qualify for promotions at work or to supplement their existing academic record. These programs are usually completed in less than a year.