

OTA vs. COTA: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to occupational therapy careers and credentials, you’ve got to know your ABCs. And by this, we mean, the letters that you can “earn” as you develop your career. Occupational Therapists, for example, may have the abbreviation OT … Continue reading OTA vs. COTA: What’s the Difference?

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) vs. Nurse Practitioner (NP): What’s the Difference?
If you are looking to advance your nursing career, you likely know there are a few different paths you can take to advance your education. It can sometimes be overwhelming to know which path is right for you, when determining … Continue reading Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) vs. Nurse Practitioner (NP): What’s the Difference?

Where Do Medical Billers and Coders Work?
Medical billing and coding is an emerging and essential component of the healthcare system. The field is largely dedicated to reimbursing health providers for the work they do. Without medical billers and coders, physicians and other care practitioners would not … Continue reading Where Do Medical Billers and Coders Work?

Is CNC Machining a Good Career Choice?
Technology continues to change manufacturing around the world. If you desire a hands-on and high-tech career that continues to grow and evolve, you may want to consider a role within the CNC machining and manufacturing field. The work in this … Continue reading Is CNC Machining a Good Career Choice?

Nursing School Preparation Checklist
Nurses are so important to our healthcare system. The recent outbreak of COVID-19 proves just how important our frontline workers are, especially the ones who are caring for the sick and injured. If you are thinking about starting a nursing … Continue reading Nursing School Preparation Checklist

7 Law Enforcement Skills that Every Modern Officer Should Have
To become a law enforcement officer today – whether that be a police officer or public safety official – you must fulfill a certain set of requirements to be deemed qualified for the job. For example, you must have the … Continue reading 7 Law Enforcement Skills that Every Modern Officer Should Have

Council of Deans & Directors Receive Prestigious CLN President’s Award
The Connecticut League for Nursing, Inc. (CLN) has recognized the statewide Council of Deans & Directors, which includes Janice Watts, Associate Dean of Goodwin’s School of Nursing and Health Professions, for their Outstanding Leadership and Vision for Excellence in Nursing … Continue reading Council of Deans & Directors Receive Prestigious CLN President’s Award

Noteworthy Accounts of our Nation’s Independence
Noteworthy Accounts of our Nation’s Independence “No taxation without representation” British Parliament provokes the people of Boston In 1765, Great Britain’s Parliament, the United Kingdom’s highest legislature, enforced The Stamp Act, one of many tolls on the British colonies in … Continue reading Noteworthy Accounts of our Nation’s Independence

4 Qualities that Every Great MPH School Will Have
Of course you’re going to work for your degree, but finding a school that works for you is equally important! Think about it as though the admission requirements go both ways. This is the “must” checklist that tells you what … Continue reading 4 Qualities that Every Great MPH School Will Have

How Hard is it to Get a Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN)?
Many employers today are requiring nurses to hold a BSN degree. If you are already working as a registered nurse, this may come as no surprise. One decade ago, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) called for more BSN-educated nurses in … Continue reading How Hard is it to Get a Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN)?

Goodwin, Sacred Heart, Paier Provide an Innovative Educational Collaboration with UB
Goodwin, Sacred Heart, Paier Provide an Innovative Educational Collaboration with UB Project Recasts Higher Education to Better Serve Students, Strengthen Economy On June 30, 2020, Goodwin University and Sacred Heart University, along with Paier College of Art, announced that they … Continue reading Goodwin, Sacred Heart, Paier Provide an Innovative Educational Collaboration with UB

Is Business School Worth It?
If you’ve ever dreamed of having a successful career in business, the idea of going to college has probably crossed your mind. While many aspiring leaders and entrepreneurs think about attending business school, it can feel like a broad and … Continue reading Is Business School Worth It?

Goodwin graduate, Jesline Rosario, found success studying to protect and serve
Jesline Rosario is enthusiastic about exercising and staying fit. She enjoys running on gravel tracks, street sidewalks, and scenic nature trails. In her spare time, she esteems memorable moments with her family and friends, and she especially appreciates the canine … Continue reading Goodwin graduate, Jesline Rosario, found success studying to protect and serve

How to Become a Biostatistician in Connecticut
Do you have an affinity towards mathematics and statistics, and wish to leverage your skills in a meaningful way? A career in public health as a biostatistician could be the right next step for you. A biostatistician’s work directly impacts … Continue reading How to Become a Biostatistician in Connecticut

How to Choose the Best Public Health School for You
Public health professionals are needed today more than ever. There is no question – especially since the outbreak of COVID-19 – that we require skilled, knowledgeable people working in our healthcare system. If you have felt a calling to work … Continue reading How to Choose the Best Public Health School for You

Is a Master’s in Organizational Leadership a Good Degree for You?
When investing in an advanced degree, it is very important to make sure that the value–add is clear in two key areas of your life: personal fulfillment and professional development. Fortunately, those two typically go hand-in-hand! For business-minded individuals, a … Continue reading Is a Master’s in Organizational Leadership a Good Degree for You?

Goodwin University Receives Open Educational Resources Support
Goodwin University has been awarded a grant of $9,000 from the Connecticut Open Educational Resources (OER) Council, a statewide body charged with developing a plan for resources to benefit college students throughout Connecticut. The Council includes a diverse range of … Continue reading Goodwin University Receives Open Educational Resources Support

Online Classes vs. Traditional Classes: Which are Right for You?
Online education, also known as distance learning, has risen in popularity over the last two decades. In fact, the number of students taking at least one online college course has increased each consecutive year since 2002 — and at a greater … Continue reading Online Classes vs. Traditional Classes: Which are Right for You?