Make sure that your scanner is connected to your computer and document or image you want to scan is in the scanner.  In the New Scan window, click the Profile dropdown menu, and then click Photo, if you're scanning a photo. If you're scanning a document, click Documents. Click the File type dropdown menu, and then click the file type you'd like your scanned image to be. If you don't know what file type to use PNG and TIF are usually good choices for higher image quality. You'll see a preview of the image or document you've scanned.  If you want to crop the image, click and drag the corner handles to crop the scanned image. If the preview looks pixelated, in the Resolution (DPI) field, increase the resolution number.

Summary: Start a new scan. Click New Scan. Set the type of document you're scanning. Choose the image file type. Click Preview. Click Scan.


Each institution, community, and country will have different policies that dictate how sex education can be taught. These policies might come from the community or they could come from larger bodies of governance. In some cases, a conservative community will have certain views on how sex should be talked about and taught. However, that does not necessarily mean that is how sex education should be taught. And instead, the education system may have differing views and policies on how to teach certain sexual health topics.  Discuss with community leaders, educators, and organizations on what sex education looks like in a conservative community. They may have advice or provide you with guidelines on how to communicate with learners and their families, and even how to manage controversy and criticism about sex education. Remember, the goal of sex education is promote sexual health to learners. Do what is best for your learners, but practice judgement. People who oppose to sex education are not limited to conservative communities. The first thing to do if you come across someone who opposes sex education is to listen to their point of view and their reasoning. Do not belittle them or antagonize them by telling them they are misinformed or lack knowledge. Instead, respond to their concerns calmly and be as helpful as you can. There are many reasons why someone might oppose to sex education:   They lack knowledge about your program, and don't know how you will implement sex education. Give them information about your program, the lessons you will be teaching, and your goals while teaching. If a whole community is opposed to sex education because of this reason, bring written material about your program to community meetings, to community members, and discuss your program with them.  They fear they sex education will distress or corrupt young people. Let them know that sex education advocates for responsible sexual health and does not always primarily focus on sexual activities or behaviours.  They believe talking about sex leads to sexual activity. There are many reputable and authoritative studies that show sex education does not increase sexual experimentation. Instead, sex education only changes the way sex is performed, usually meaning people who have had sex education are more likely to use contraceptives and get tested for STIs. Explain that your intent is to lower the rates of teen pregnancy, and that you'll be using research-approved methods to do this.  Sex education opposes their moral, religious, or cultural beliefs. Let them know that it is perfectly okay to opt out of sex education. Or let them know when certain topics will be discussed and allow the option to opt out of classes that go against a certain belief.

Summary: Follow the policies provided to you by the community. Prepare to respond to people who oppose sex education.


The easiest way to apply for NCBDE certification is online.  You will be redirected to the web page of Psi/Amp, the company the administers the NCBDE certification test.  The AADE application is also online.  If you prefer a paper NCBDE application, you can print one out online.  The document includes the handbook — a useful document that provides information about the exam — and the application, located at the end of the document.  Mail your completed application to AMP, CDE Examination Application, 18000 W. 105th St., Olathe, KS 66061-7543. If you’re following the Unique Pathway application process for NCBDE certification (i.e, you are applying without work experience but with an advanced medical degree), fill out the application online. After submitting your NCBDE application, you should get an email notification letting you know that your application was received almost immediately.  If submitting the paper application, you should get a written notification that your application was received within four weeks.  Call Psi/Amp at (913) 895-4600 if your application has not been acknowledged within four weeks. For both the certification programs, you don’t need to submit a formal list of your practical DSME hours, but you might be randomly selected for an experience audit.  In that case, your supervisor will have to provide written verification that you have, in fact, obtained the necessary experience.  Share your desire to earn NCBDE certification with your supervisor.  That way, they will understand if you later ask for written verification of your work experience. Depending on your particular profession within the medical industry, your supervisor might be the head nurse, a doctor, or another medical professional. Your initial certification fee for the NCBDE test is $350.  This fee covers the costs of processing your application and administering your exam.  Your fee must be paid when you submit your application.  The fee for the AADE test is much steeper.  You’ll need to pay $600 if you’re and AADE member, or $900 if you’re not a member. An additional fee of $150 will be charged if you are testing for the AADE exam at a site outside the U.S. Once your application has been processed and approved, you’ll receive information about how to select a test center location and time.  In the case of either exam, if you don’t think you can be available for an in-person test, inquire about getting an online proctored exam.  This will allow you to take the test online from another location.

Summary: Complete the application. Talk to your supervisor. Pay the fee. Choose a test center location.


Grease stains can be left on a leather sofa from hair, beauty products, or food. It is best to try to remove these stains as soon as you notice them. Wipe the surface of the leather with a leather cleaning solution and then dry the leather thoroughly. If the stain remains, try sprinkling baking soda or cornstarch on the stain. Let the powder sit there for several hours and then brush away the residue. Carefully blot the ink stain with a cotton ball dipped in rubbing alcohol. Use care and do not soak the leather. Once the stain is lifted, clean the surface of the leather with a damp rag and dry the area thoroughly with a clean rag. Mix equal parts lemon and cream of tartar as a stain treatment. Apply the mixture to the stain and let it sit for 10 minutes. Use a damp cloth to remove the mixture, then dry it with a clean cloth.You can repeat the treatment again as needed.
Summary: Remove grease stains. Get rid of ink stains. Treat dark stains on light-colored leather.