How Long Does it Take to Become a Dental Hygienist in Connecticut?
One of the most common questions asked when researching a career path is, how long does it take? How many years do you need to commit to get there? For successful careers in medicine and healthcare, this question is even … Continue reading How Long Does it Take to Become a Dental Hygienist in Connecticut?
The Rabbit Hole: Fear to Fearlessness in the Classroom
by Kelli Goodkowsky, M.Ed., HT (ASCP) Program Director, Histologic Science How many instructors at one time or another have found themselves going down a rabbit hole? Whether taking on a complex project or discovering that a simple project has developed … Continue reading The Rabbit Hole: Fear to Fearlessness in the Classroom
3 Non-Clinical Nursing Jobs You Can Land with a BSN or Higher
By the year 2026, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that there will be nearly 3.4 million registered nursing jobs across the United States. About 60 percent of these nurses will work in general medical and surgical hospitals. The other … Continue reading 3 Non-Clinical Nursing Jobs You Can Land with a BSN or Higher
How to Get Into Welding, the Right Way
If you want a career that is creative, innovative, and hands-on, you may be wondering how to get into welding. From local repair shops to big industrial factories, welders put their set of specialized skills to work every single day … Continue reading How to Get Into Welding, the Right Way
Making a Difference in the Community: A Goodwin Nursing Student’s Perspective
By David Dillon, AS Nursing program student As part of Nursing 210, Goodwin College nursing students have the opportunity to fulfill their pediatric rotation in the Hartford School System. “The students spend each week at one of the Hartford Public … Continue reading Making a Difference in the Community: A Goodwin Nursing Student’s Perspective
School for Thought: Why Study Criminal Justice?
Criminal justice is a rewarding, highly-specialized and highly-respected field, for both men and women alike. If you are looking for an exciting and impactful profession – whether you are just out of high school or shifting career paths – you … Continue reading School for Thought: Why Study Criminal Justice?
Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Teacher Requirements in CT
If you have a love for young children and desire to help mold young minds, you may be considering becoming a teacher. Teachers equip students with knowledge and tools needed to succeed in school and, oftentimes, in life. It is … Continue reading Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Teacher Requirements in CT
Why Focus Your MSN in Public Health Nursing?
Nursing is one career that is directly affected by its local social, economic, political, and environmental conditions. This is because nursing is intricately linked to people and their conditions. As you can imagine, being a nurse in a city like … Continue reading Why Focus Your MSN in Public Health Nursing?
Why Pursue an Online Master’s Degree in Leadership?
Higher education is more accessible now more than ever, with the increase in online degree programs being offered across the country. In fact, accredited online programs have come a long way over the past 10 years and earned a respected … Continue reading Why Pursue an Online Master’s Degree in Leadership?
How Hands-On Learning Benefits Children of All Ages
“Learning by doing” is a common theme in an experiential educational environment. That is because when students are engaged with their hands and their minds, they actually are more focused and motivated to learn. The hands-on learning benefits that students … Continue reading How Hands-On Learning Benefits Children of All Ages
What is a College High School, and What Can it Mean for Your Teen?
An education is way more than just textbooks, lectures, and exams. An education is about giving students the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to grow and succeed in life. That is why a college high school is an excellent option … Continue reading What is a College High School, and What Can it Mean for Your Teen?
How to Become a Funeral Director in Connecticut
A funeral director oversees details regarding the memorial services for those who have passed away. In working closely with the deceased’s loved ones, the funeral director ensures that the service meets the needs and wishes of all who are closely … Continue reading How to Become a Funeral Director in Connecticut
How to Get a BSN: A Guide for Both Non-Nurses and Already-Working RNs
While not always a requirement, the bachelor’s degree is becoming a standard in the nursing field. Nearly 80 percent of healthcare employers today express a strong preference for hiring nurses with a Bachelor’s of Nursing (BSN) in hand. If you … Continue reading How to Get a BSN: A Guide for Both Non-Nurses and Already-Working RNs
Early Childhood Education vs. Elementary Education: Which Career Environment is Right for You?
If you love children, have a passion for teaching, and want to make a difference in people’s lives on the day-to-day, you may be considering a career in education. It’s no wonder why. Teachers are some of the most valued, … Continue reading Early Childhood Education vs. Elementary Education: Which Career Environment is Right for You?
Pursuing a Criminal Justice Associate Degree? Here’s What to Expect
If you love watching shows like NCIS or Blue Bloods and think to yourself, “I could totally take down the bad guys here,” you just might have an interest in (or aptitude for) the field of criminal justice. The good … Continue reading Pursuing a Criminal Justice Associate Degree? Here’s What to Expect
4 Types of Magnet Schools to Consider for Your Child
The Magnet School path is a great educational path for children who would benefit from a more hands-on experience, without being confined by their zip code. While there are many different types of schools out there – such as public … Continue reading 4 Types of Magnet Schools to Consider for Your Child
A New Take on the Master’s in Business Leadership
With changing times comes innovation in education. The traditional Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) is no longer the premier, and certainly not the only, professional business degree at the graduate level. Actually, the Graduate Management Admissions Council announced officially in … Continue reading A New Take on the Master’s in Business Leadership
The Magnet Education Difference
Providing a solid education is one of the greatest gifts you can give to a child. An education builds a strong foundation in a child’s life and gives them the knowledge and skills needed to make a valuable impact in … Continue reading The Magnet Education Difference