6 Examples of Careers that Involve Working with Children (and How to Land One!)
Working with children is a highly rewarding career path. From teachers to counselors, pediatricians to paraprofessionals, those who work with children have the opportunity to help and guide our future generations. If you have a special place in your heart … Continue reading 6 Examples of Careers that Involve Working with Children (and How to Land One!)
Professional Destiny: Learn from the Detours, but Keep the Destination in Sight
Does your life lack meaning or feel devoid of excitement? After a long day, are you left wondering, “Is this all there is?” Perhaps you’re confused about using your passions to make a profound impact, or seeing yourself as someone … Continue reading Professional Destiny: Learn from the Detours, but Keep the Destination in Sight
Are you Practicing Continuous Quality Improvement?
Are you Practicing Continuous Quality Improvement? by Les Sinnock, Lead Quality Lab Technician, Goodwin University One of the ways that you can enhance the profitability of your company is to add a program of Continuous Quality Improvement. This strategy is … Continue reading Are you Practicing Continuous Quality Improvement?
The Pros and Cons of Being a Nurse
Nursing is an exciting, fast-growing, and in-demand field. Many people who wish to help others in need, and to find meaning and fulfillment in their careers, will pursue the nursing path. It offers many benefits. Of course, as with any … Continue reading The Pros and Cons of Being a Nurse
Can You Become a Nurse Practitioner Online?
The field of nursing is vast, with many opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to the foundational nursing knowledge and skills, there is always new research, methods, and policies that keep nurses learning constantly. Furthermore, there are advanced nursing … Continue reading Can You Become a Nurse Practitioner Online?
How to Become a Public Health Director (Online!)
People who work in public health are often motivated by big challenges. Public health professionals tackle time-sensitive and life-threatening problems that most of us would rather not worry about, and they do it on a day-to-day basis. Epidemics and diseases, … Continue reading How to Become a Public Health Director (Online!)
What Does a Respiratory Therapist Do?
If you are looking to breathe new life into your career (quite literally), make an impact in others’ lives, and join the healthcare forces, becoming a Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a great option for you. Respiratory Therapists are trained to … Continue reading What Does a Respiratory Therapist Do?
What Does a Quality Control Inspector Do?
Every day, we are surrounded by a vast array of manufactured goods. Smartphones and headphones. Cars and highways. Kitchen appliances, medical devices, and entertainment systems. We can thank all the dedicated manufacturing workers out there who bring these products to … Continue reading What Does a Quality Control Inspector Do?
Reimagining a Business Course Through a Cycle of Design Thinking
Reimagining a Business Course Through a Cycle of Design Thinking by Matt Connell Program Director, Business Administration with Diana LaRocco Dean, School of Applied Liberal Arts and Social Sciences Director, Goodwin University Institute for Learning Innovation Sitting through my students’ final presentations for Business … Continue reading Reimagining a Business Course Through a Cycle of Design Thinking
Why Make a Career Change to Nursing?
Changing careers is an exciting, but also intimidating, decision. It means taking the reins on your future and pursuing a profession that inspires you. Sometimes, this also means going back to school. Although this can be difficult, changing career paths … Continue reading Why Make a Career Change to Nursing?
Mechatronics Training: What to Expect
The manufacturing industry is booming in the United States. In fact, Deloitte reports that our country is currently in the middle of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, with automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning at the heart of modern manufacturing. Thanks … Continue reading Mechatronics Training: What to Expect
5 Reasons to Pursue a Second Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
If you want to become a nurse, but are hesitant to commit to more years in college, rest assured that nursing schools have heard the call. Today, non-nurses with a bachelor’s degree have the option to pursue a second degree … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Pursue a Second Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Using Technology to Teach and Course Adjustment to Capture Student Attention
Using Technology to Teach and Course Adjustment to Capture Student Attention By Annjanette Bennar, Director of Mathematics, Computer Literacy and Communications and Assistant Professor At Goodwin University, I teach an introductory computer applications class covering computer hardware and software, Microsoft … Continue reading Using Technology to Teach and Course Adjustment to Capture Student Attention
BSN to FNP: What Steps You Need to Take
If you’ve earned your Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) and you are a practicing Registered Nurse (RN), congratulations! You have discovered how much you love healthcare and helping others. Whatever environment you’re working in, whether that is a hospital, … Continue reading BSN to FNP: What Steps You Need to Take
Do I Qualify for Financial Aid? What Students Need to Know
In today’s competitive workforce, a college education has become a standard step before landing a successful career. Many of us are longing to achieve what we call “The American Dream,” and earning a college degree is often a part of … Continue reading Do I Qualify for Financial Aid? What Students Need to Know
Would I Be a Good Registered Nurse?
Registered Nurses (RNs) play one of the most critical roles in the healthcare field. These professionals are on the frontlines of care, coordinating and administering treatment to sick, injured, and disabled patients. They help to save lives. They calm and … Continue reading Would I Be a Good Registered Nurse?
Carmelot’s Story: Accomplishing Nursing Career Ambitions and Achieving his American Dream
Carmelot’s Story: Accomplishing Nursing Career Ambitions and Achieving his American Dream Carmelot Eliassaint loves Caribbean food and the color blue, and relaxes by listening to gospel music and reading. As someone who always enjoys helping people, his favorite quote is, … Continue reading Carmelot’s Story: Accomplishing Nursing Career Ambitions and Achieving his American Dream
Top Six Tips to Pay for College on Your Own
If you’re worried about the educational expenses that come with earning your degree, or if you want to combat the “broke college student” stereotype, read below for tricks to best evaluate your educational finances so you can focus on what … Continue reading Top Six Tips to Pay for College on Your Own