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Second careers for nurses
A healthcare professional develops a multitude of skills relevant to many careers. Identify your skills and match to your career change options.
Rural vs urban nursing
Urban and rural nurses face different challenges and must adapt their skills, knowledge, and career goals accordingly.
How is social work different from other helping professions?
Considering a social work career? Learn what makes social work unique from an expert social work educator.
Can micro-credentials enhance your career?
Microcredentials offer an alternative educational path for high-demand sectors and can lead to a graduate degree. Read on to learn more about microcredentials and what they can do for your career.
How to succeed with an older boss
Stark generational differences in the workplace don't have to spell disaster. You can work with an older boss without compromising on what matters.
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What is the difference between a counselor and a therapist?
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Clinical supervision in counseling
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Social work in the child welfare system
Social work and child welfare have been tightly intertwined for many decades, for better or...
Law schools are majority-female, so where are all the female lawyers?
Read about one female law student's perspective on the adversity women face at law school...
Law enforcement: a great career for problem-solvers and change agents
Many law enforcement agencies already have partnerships with university criminal justice programs, the traditional pipeline...
Career options within nursing
With an array of nursing opportunities available, find out what career degrees and certifications interest...
Social work and police reform
Without essential training, law enforcement agents are responding inappropriately to people in crisis. By bringing...
What you should know about job references
You need an employment reference for a job. Who should you ask and what should they...
How to write an engaging cover letter
Design an engaging cover letter by reading about these tips that will amplify your qualities...
How to create a standout resume
How can you make the best impression in a job application? In this guide, we tell...
How to prepare for an interview
Learn crucial interview tips to help you land your dream job and top 10 questions...
Essential tips for finding a new job
Get essential career advice for finding a new job and helpful tips to better prepare...
Transcultural nursing
Transcultural nurses provide individualized care to patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. They incorporate cultural competency...
An interview: transitioning from service to college
We spoke to a former student-veteran about the transition from the Army to college and...
Will the low salaries for early childhood education teachers increase?
We uncover the reasons behind low salaries in early childhood education and discuss if the...
Switching careers as an experienced professional
A pro career strategist dispels the confusion around career changes to help you decide whether...
Which teachers are most in demand? A look at shortages, job openings and pay by subject and state (September 2022)
Which teachers are most in demand across the U.S.? We look at teacher shortages, job...
How to prevent burnout as a nurse
Being a nurse is rewarding, but difficult. Learn about tips and tricks to prevent burnout...
How accountants combat fraud
Fraud happens at all levels of society and costs trillions of dollars. Discover the role...
Practice authority of nurse practitioners by state
Find out the specific guidelines, responsibilities, and requirements for practice authority in all 50 states...
What to know before choosing a career in law enforcement
Joining the police force is more complicated than simply filling in a form. Police officers...
Joining local and national social work organizations
For students and new graduates, joining a social work organization is often the first step...
Types of college major assessments
Numerous assessment tools are available to identify which degree, major, and career will best suit...
10 key tips to pass the CPA exam successfully
The exam to become a Certified Public Accountant is renowned for its level of difficulty...
The demand for language diversity in healthcare
Many people in the U.S. do not speak English. Language diversity in healthcare is essential...
5 work-from-home medical jobs and healthcare careers
Check out these 5 work-from-home medical jobs. We’ve included descriptions, career projections, salary information and...
