Is an Associate Degree Worth It? 3 Questions to Consider
Is an associate degree worth it in today’s competitive workforce? How can you choose between an associate or bachelor’s degree? Find out! Getting a college education can be a key step in launching a successful career. Whether you are just … Continue reading Is an Associate Degree Worth It? 3 Questions to Consider
20 Must-Have Medical Assistant Skills
Medical assistants play a key role in the healthcare system. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects this role to grow 19 percent over the next several years, much faster than the average growth for occupations. Medical assistants … Continue reading 20 Must-Have Medical Assistant Skills
The Importance of Women in Leadership, and Why Now Is the Time to Shine
It’s a wonderful time to be a woman in the United States of America. Barriers that once blocked women’s eligibility for leadership roles are being questioned, put on trial, and dismantled daily. Women and those who support them are using … Continue reading The Importance of Women in Leadership, and Why Now Is the Time to Shine
Trade Jobs are in High Demand, New Study Finds
The need for trade workers is on the rise, just in time for more adults to recognize the value of trade jobs. Learn why the demand for trade careers is increasing, and which trade jobs are in high demand. High … Continue reading Trade Jobs are in High Demand, New Study Finds
What Can You Do With a Business Administration Degree?
Business administration is one of the most in-demand and popular areas of study. This degree path offers an array of benefits, including high salary potential and versatile career options. According to recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, … Continue reading What Can You Do With a Business Administration Degree?
What is the Health Science Career Cluster, and Where Might You Fit In?
It is no secret that healthcare is the largest and fastest-growing industry. Between the COVID-19 pandemic and the rise of chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes, we need health science more than ever before. In fact, the U.S. Bureau … Continue reading What is the Health Science Career Cluster, and Where Might You Fit In?
Goodwin University and University of Bridgeport Celebrate $3 Million Collaborative IREPO Grant
On July 29, 2021, Goodwin University and the University of Bridgeport (UB) were notified that they are the co-recipients of a $3 million Institutional Resilience and Expanded Postsecondary Opportunity (IREPO) grant. The funds, distributed over a two-year span, will address … Continue reading Goodwin University and University of Bridgeport Celebrate $3 Million Collaborative IREPO Grant
To Learn and Lead: The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Higher Education
Emotional intelligence is the capacity to be conscious of, control, and communicate emotions while handling interpersonal relationships with good judgment and empathy. Emotional intelligence, also called Emotional Quotient, or EQ, is the neural pathway where cognition and emotion meet for … Continue reading To Learn and Lead: The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Higher Education
Highest-Paying Management Jobs You Can Land with an MSOL Degree
Do you aspire to move up the professional ranks and achieve a high-paying management position? Good news! With the proper training and education in hand, top-tier management jobs are an attainable goal. Here are some of the highest-paying management jobs … Continue reading Highest-Paying Management Jobs You Can Land with an MSOL Degree
Types of Nursing Degrees Available to You
Are you considering a future in the nursing field? Learn about the different types of nursing degrees and where they can take your career. The world is in need of nurses more than ever before. In the face of a … Continue reading Types of Nursing Degrees Available to You
Why Study Business Administration?
The business world moves at a fast pace. It is always evolving with new technologies, and revolutionizing as more free-thinking entrepreneurs step onto the playing field. The industry is also becoming more appealing, as young, aspiring individuals are coming forward … Continue reading Why Study Business Administration?
How Long Does it Take to Become a Nurse?
How long is nursing school, and how long does it take to become a Registered Nurse? Find out! Nursing is among the most important and respected careers in healthcare, with demand for Registered Nurses (RNs) on the rise. According to … Continue reading How Long Does it Take to Become a Nurse?
What is the Difference Between a Primary Care Doctor and Family Nurse Practitioner?
Do you have a passion for the sciences, and a strong desire to help those in need? Both Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) and Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) spend their days helping patients and administering treatment to those in need. If … Continue reading What is the Difference Between a Primary Care Doctor and Family Nurse Practitioner?
6 Reasons to Transition from an LPN to RN
Nursing is, without a doubt, the heart and soul of the healthcare profession. At all levels, nurses care for patients and spend most of their days helping the sick and injured. Nearly every moment of a nurse’s career is dedicated … Continue reading 6 Reasons to Transition from an LPN to RN
Nursing 210 Students Promote Health, Safety, and Well-Being at Camp Woodstock
From July 12 to 16, 2021, eight students from Goodwin University’s Nursing 210 pediatric class, along with instructor Robin Cournoyer, completed their clinical experience at YMCA Camp Woodstock in North Woodstock, Connecticut. Established in 1922 and known as the “Friendship Camp,” … Continue reading Nursing 210 Students Promote Health, Safety, and Well-Being at Camp Woodstock
Misrepresentation and Misalignment: Developing a Structured Interview Guide with +1 UDL Representation Solutions
Misrepresentation and Misalignment: Developing a Structured Interview Guide with +1 UDL Representation Solutions By Rob LeGary, Jr., Director, Master of Education Program and Assistant Professor, Goodwin University One of the challenges I encountered in the Effective Classroom Environments course in … Continue reading Misrepresentation and Misalignment: Developing a Structured Interview Guide with +1 UDL Representation Solutions
Dental Hygienist vs. Registered Nurse: Which Caring Career is Right for You?
Dental hygiene and nursing are two in-demand and highly-rewarding professions. While they have distinct job functions, roles, and requirements, nurses and dental hygienists also have a lot in common. Both types of professionals work directly with patients to improve and … Continue reading Dental Hygienist vs. Registered Nurse: Which Caring Career is Right for You?
5 Exciting Mechatronics Careers You Can Achieve with a Certificate
Our world is going digital. Even though everything is “online,” there are still physical products that need to be produced. In fact, the rise of AI, automation, robotics, and other high-tech advancements in society means that we create more things … Continue reading 5 Exciting Mechatronics Careers You Can Achieve with a Certificate