4 Alternative Careers for LPNs (And How to Achieve Them)
Whether you want to earn more money, expand your scope of practice, enjoy a better work-life balance, or explore new interests, there are many reasons for LPNs to change career paths. Further, there are many advantageous and alternative careers for … Continue reading 4 Alternative Careers for LPNs (And How to Achieve Them)
What is the Quickest Way to Get a Nursing Degree and Become an RN?
Registered nursing is an essential, exciting field where you can make a difference. However, like any healthcare career, becoming a registered nurse (RN) takes time and training. Registered nurses have the important responsibility of caring for patients who are sick, … Continue reading What is the Quickest Way to Get a Nursing Degree and Become an RN?
Criminal Investigator vs. Detective: What is the Difference?
Detectives and investigators are essential to solving crime. On a daily basis, these professionals work to gather evidence and collect the facts around committed crimes. They may interview suspects and victims, observe suspicious activity, examine criminal records, and detail their … Continue reading Criminal Investigator vs. Detective: What is the Difference?
How to Balance College and Work Effectively
The definition of “college student” is changing. No longer are colleges filled solely with young, high school graduates pursuing their first degree. Today, colleges also have a diversity of older students who are transferring in, going back to school for … Continue reading How to Balance College and Work Effectively
What Can You Do with an Associate Degree?
College education pays. Generally speaking, the higher level degree you achieve, the more your salary potential will increase. Recent data shows that those with an associate degree earn almost 20 percent more per week than those with a high school … Continue reading What Can You Do with an Associate Degree?
How Long Does It Take to Earn a Master’s in Education?
If you’re a teacher, you may be considering advancing your career. Or, if you’re a soon-to-be student with experience in another sector, you could be contemplating a new professional path. Perhaps you’re thinking about enrolling in a graduate program, but … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Earn a Master’s in Education?
What is the PMHNP Scope of Practice?
Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, or PMHNPs, are specialized advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). To become a PMHNP, like other types of APRNs, students must obtain a concentrated master’s degree and relevant professional experience, on top of a bachelor’s degree … Continue reading What is the PMHNP Scope of Practice?
Online vs. Online Focused Medical Assistant Program
Medical assisting is one of the fastest entry-points to a career in healthcare. Unlike many professions that require years of medical or nursing school, medical assistants can complete their training in a matter of several months. The fast-paced nature of … Continue reading Online vs. Online Focused Medical Assistant Program
Police Officer vs. Detective: What’s the Difference?
Law enforcement is at the heart of our communities, working to protect and safeguard both people and property. In general, law enforcement professionals investigate and apprehend those who break the law. Their primary goal is to maintain public order and … Continue reading Police Officer vs. Detective: What’s the Difference?
Is a Master’s Degree Worth it?
Does this sound like you? You’ve reached a point in your career where you feel comfortable in your role. You’ve started to check things off your “things to conquer” list, but something is tugging at you — leaving you wanting … Continue reading Is a Master’s Degree Worth it?
How Much Education Does a Nurse Need to Succeed?
Today, countless registered nurses (RNs) are close to retirement, and according to the American Nursing Association (ANA), it’s elevating a “critical shortage for nurses” in the United States. If you’re looking to help close the nursing career gap and considering … Continue reading How Much Education Does a Nurse Need to Succeed?
How to Become a Master Machinist
What is a Master Machinist? (+ How to Become a Master Machinist) In researching possible manufacturing careers, you may come across the term “master machinist” in job descriptions and titles. A distinguished title in manufacturing, “master” refers to a professional … Continue reading How to Become a Master Machinist
Master’s in Public Health vs. Master’s in Nursing: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to a master’s in Public Health vs. a master’s in Nursing, the two achievements share postsecondary parallels. A Master of Public Health (MPH) and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) are both two-year graduate degrees in … Continue reading Master’s in Public Health vs. Master’s in Nursing: What’s the Difference?
What is the FNP Scope of Practice?
Learn about the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) scope of practice and how that has evolved in recent years, as the demand for primary and preventive care grows. Recent research from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) found that, in … Continue reading What is the FNP Scope of Practice?
How Long Does It Take to Become an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)?
Occupational therapy is a compassionate, hands-on career where you can make a difference. And it doesn’t take long to break into this field. If you’re wondering how to become an occupational therapist assistant or asking, “How long does it take … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Become an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)?
$1.5 M HRSA Grant Supports Goodwin Public Health Program
On September 22, 2022, Goodwin University was awarded a $1,500,000 grant from the US Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). In addition to helping provide equitable health care to people who are geographically isolated … Continue reading $1.5 M HRSA Grant Supports Goodwin Public Health Program
How to Become a Certified Medical Biller and Coder [4 Steps to Success]
Are you an analytical, aspiring healthcare professional who does your best behind the scenes? Medical billing and coding (MBC) could be an optimal career option for you. Read this guide for: Answers to three frequently asked questions from medical billers … Continue reading How to Become a Certified Medical Biller and Coder [4 Steps to Success]
What is a Mechatronics Technician? Skills and Abilities You’ll Need for Success
by David Turner, Assistant Professor/Curriculum Coordinator for Mechatronics, Robotics & Automation, Goodwin University Mechatronics technicians can work in many fields of manufacturing and in a variety of venues including distribution centers and third-party maintenance companies. According to the U.S. Bureau … Continue reading What is a Mechatronics Technician? Skills and Abilities You’ll Need for Success