From aerospace components to medical devices, even the smallest miscalculation can have serious consequences. That is why trained and certified metrology specialists are in such high demand. Metrology technicians are masters of measurement. They are responsible for ensuring that manufactured … Continue reading A Guide to Metrology Technician Certification
If you stumbled onto this page, you’re likely a nursing student working hard to balance it all: You want to ace your courses, stand out in your clinicals, and still manage to pay your bills at the end of the … Continue reading What are Good Jobs for Nursing Students?
The search for purpose, stability, and an opportunity to make a difference has many people wondering, “Is a career in healthcare right for me?” Whether you are just beginning your education or looking to advance your career, healthcare degree programs … Continue reading Healthcare Degree Program Guide
Radiology tech. Rad tech. Radiographer. Radiologic technologist. No matter which title you prefer, one thing is for certain: Radiography is an incredible career path that allows you to make a big difference in medicine — in a short amount of … Continue reading How Long Does it Take to Become a Radiology Tech?
The healthcare field is chock-full of rewarding career options, ranging from direct patient care roles to behind-the-scenes research and laboratory positions. For those who know they want to work in health and medicine, but are exploring all their options, a … Continue reading Can You Become a Nurse with a Health Science Degree?
By Heather Jimenez, Assistant Professor of Public Health and Health Science My family’s story is one of survival and perseverance. My grandmother was dropped off at an orphanage, left to navigate childhood without the anchor of family. My grandfather forged … Continue reading Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Heather Jimenez
If you are considering a career in medical imaging, you’ve likely come across an important question: How does one get ARRT certification? For aspiring radiologic technologists like yourself, this is more than a professional milestone. In most states, ARRT certification … Continue reading How to Get ARRT Certification and Launch a Career
No matter the industry you work in, professional certification is one of the best ways you can set yourself apart. It’s a credential (or set of credentials) that validates your knowledge, competencies, and expertise in a given field. To earn … Continue reading 13 Healthcare Certifications that Can Land or Expand Your Career (Fast!)
Every day, medical decisions are made based on laboratory results. These tests, such as your common bloodwork panel, help to inform diagnoses, dosages, surgeries, and ongoing care. You can see how much importance they carry. Patient care often cannot begin … Continue reading What Does a Phlebotomist Do?
A career in funeral services can be deeply impactful, as it involves helping people through some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. Funeral directors, morticians, and embalmers help people navigate the difficulty of death with grace and understanding. … Continue reading A Guide to the National Board Exam for Funeral Service Professionals
Mortuary science is, inherently, a highly hands-on field. It requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as emotional intelligence, to help families through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. At the same time, mortuary science is … Continue reading 5 Online Mortuary Science Courses That Might Surprise You
Meet the librarian who keeps our campus curious, connected, and research-ready. We sat down with Mat Sheehan, director of library services, to learn more about Goodwin’s Hoffman Family Library, the resources students often overlook, and why this University staple is … Continue reading Ask a Librarian — Q&A with Hoffman Family Library Director Mat Sheehan
A Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) degree is a highly versatile degree path. When evaluating education, it’s often preferred by students and organizations alike. Because while the standard requirement for registered nurses is an associate degree, the robust curriculum and … Continue reading 6 Types of Nurses with a BSN Degree
In healthcare, to get the treatment you need, you must have an accurate diagnosis. But before a surgeon can operate or a cast can be applied, a photo must be taken. Behind that image is the X-ray technician. A specialized … Continue reading What Does an X-Ray Technician Do?
By Vanessa Pergolizzi, Student Engagement Manager I am a first-generation college student. My parents were born and raised in Sicily and didn’t make it past elementary and middle school. During their time, it was customary for the oldest to … Continue reading Goodwin’s First-Generation Stories — Vanessa Pergolizzi
Unlocking your smartphone, starting your car, using a medical device, it all just works. We live in a world where things just work, but that reliability isn’t an accident. In fact, it’s the result of thousands of perfectly-measured parts fitting … Continue reading What is a Metrology Technician and What Do They Do?
Electrocardiogram technicians, commonly referred to as EKG technicians, are specialized healthcare professionals who play a crucial role in evaluating and safeguarding heart health. Using dedicated technology, EKG techs perform diagnostic tests that enable doctors to detect (and treat) cardiac conditions … Continue reading What Does an EKG Technician Do?
A Radiologic Technology degree, commonly known as a Radiography degree, is an undergraduate degree that prepares students to become specialists in diagnostic imaging equipment — think, x-rays, MRIs, CT scans, and more. These degree programs, offered at the associate and … Continue reading What Can You Do with a Radiologic Technology Degree?
