This down economy has spurred a renewed interest in going back to college for many people. With the average tuition rate skyrocketing through the roof, it is that much more important for people to choose a major wisely that will parlay into a job upon graduation. The term “recession proof jobs” has become a buzzword [...]

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The more things change the more they stay the same. There has been little change to this list since about 2005 so that shows the same majors that have been in demand and pay well do not vary that much. So what we mean by “best” major is the best paying undergraduate degrees. The statistics [...]

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With today’s modern technology, healthcare is relying on the iPad to make professions run smoothly and effectively.  The fastest growing profession in healthcare is nursing and this field is no different when it comes to utilizing technology.  Nurses from the Medical-Surgical floor all the way into the classroom are using this revolutionary piece of equipment [...]

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One of the most lucrative careers in healthcare is a speech language pathologist.  This profession lacks competition for jobs, offers more employment opportunities than candidates and has a viable outlook in terms of pay and need.  The work environment is favorable and benefits are highly rewarding. The job of a speech language pathologist is to [...]

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Athletic trainer careers are expected to grow faster than the average career through 2018. Trainers work in a variety of settings including: Youth sports Professional sports Collegiate sports Hospitals Government settings Certified trainers prevent, manage and rehabilitate injuries that result from physical activities incurred on or off the field of competition. Currently the American Medical [...]

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Before starting your academic career in healthcare, you may want to determine if the path is the one you should travel.  Take a few minutes to answer some questions about your skills, abilities, passions, desires and even your dreams.  Below are some useful questions to ask yourself before embarking on the health career journey. Do [...]

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Have you ever looked at your doctor’s bill or insurance paperwork only to find codes and numbers that instead of diagnoses and prices?  There are nearly 9,000 procedural terminology codes associated with every type of health care service received by patients and provided by health care facilities across the country. There are another 13,500 ICD-9 [...]

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Physical therapy assistants, often referred to as PTAs, are one of the growing career opportunities in health care.  The rewards are great and the job outlook is highly favorable over the next decade.  With minimal schooling required, physical therapy assistant programs are becoming highly respected among the healthcare community. Physical Therapy Assistant Program Overview A [...]

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For many programs, obtaining a CPR certification satisfies one of the graduation requirements.  In order to receive a certification, licensure or degree in most health career fields, a CPR certification is required.  There are several steps in order to receive your CPR certification.  We will walk you through the process and guide you along the [...]

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One of the integral careers in the growing market of dentistry is the orthodontist assistant.  An orthodontist assistant works closely with an orthodontist and is the liaison between the dentist and the patient.  Obtaining the necessary skills and education requirements is crucial to embarking on a career in this promising and fast-growing niche. Job Details [...]

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Physical therapy aides assist physical therapists with a variety of duties designed to improve patient’s mobility, decrease pain, and increase range of motion. Physical therapy aides perform direction patient care under the supervision of a physical therapist. They help patients use crutches, perform exercises, utilize therapeutic methods such as electrical methods, mechanical traction, and stretching [...]

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Nurses make up the largest portion of healthcare workers in the country. As of 2008 there were approximately 2.6 million nurses according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Over 60 percent of nurses were employed by hospitals. The remainder worked in doctor’s offices, clinics, home health, nursing home facilities, and schools. The job outlook for [...]

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In todays down economy many people are choosing to go back to school to get their master’s degree. In fact, a recent study done by the Wall Street Journal says that the number of people getting a master’s degree is at an all-time high. So if you’re deciding on going back to school and get [...]

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Do you have a love for animals but don’t like the idea of spending eight years in college to become a veterinarian?  The good news is that you can embark on a career as a veterinary technician and nurture the passion you have for furry friends without attending school for years. Veterinarian tech training is [...]

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Certificate programs are for people who already have a career and need to update or refine their skills, or need job training to earn an entry level career or change career paths. So what are the job prospects like for the most popular certificate programs? Read on to find out. Health Care Certificates There are [...]

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