SOUTHERN CAREERS INSTITUTE
Author: Heather Zielinski
Why Women Should Consider a Truck Driving Career
The American Trucking Association estimates that in an industry that employs about 947,000 drivers, only 6.2 percent of their entire workforce is women. While the trucking industry was disrupted by the novel COVID-19 virus, experts are confident that the current bounce back will continue with health mandates in place. So…should ...
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How Did COVID Change Being a CNA: The Future of Being a Nursing Aide in Texas
How did COVID Change the Healthcare Industry? CNA workers on the frontline of the COVID pandemic have been called heroic. The rapid spread of the coronavirus revealed just how much we rely on healthcare workers. The pandemic has triggered an honest inquiry into preparing for the long-term impacts of the ...
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What Jobs Can I Get With a Data Science Certification?
Having a data science certification lets a potential employer know that you have a solid understanding of core data science concepts. It also shows that these skills have been tested and approved by an independent third-party accreditation from a university or national data science organization. Data science certifications can be ...
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How Much Do Mechanics Make in San Antonio, TX?
Furthermore, becoming a mechanic in San Antonio can be easy. However, it’s also important to consider how much you will be paid. So, how much do mechanics make in San Antonio? Here is a comprehensive overview of what to expect working as an auto mechanic in San Antonio, TX. What ...
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How Can e Get More Women in Tech Careers?
By working in this field you are able to obtain a valuable education and skill set, opportunities for growth and promotion, and the security of financial and job stability. However, women in tech are significantly underrepresented in the workforce. Even though there has been progression in the past few years, ...
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How are you Celebrating World Health Worker Week 2021?
World Health Worker Week is April 5-9, 2021. This is also the year the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the International Year of Health and Care Workers, acknowledging their commitment to fighting against the ongoing pandemic. How are you Celebrating World Health Worker Week 2021? In the wake of the ...
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Choose Your Career, Choose Your Future: Career Assessment Tool
These days, it can be difficult to figure out exactly which career you’re best suited for. There are no wrong answers here, rather, it\’s all about discovering which career is the best fit. Our career assessment tool does just that. Can I Take a Quiz to Help Me Choose a ...
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Tools of the Trade: What Should Be in a New HVAC Professional’s Tool Kit
Whether you will get into employment or start your HVAC repair and installation business, having the right tools and equipment will make it easy for you to get tasks done as required. It’s advisable to have the right tools right from the start of a new HVAC career. If you ...
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Nominate a Gold Star Spouse to Receive a Day of Pampering at Southern Star Salon
Nominations for Gold Star Spouses can be Submitted via the Salon’s Facebook Page Gold Star Spouses Day is Monday, April 5. To honor spouses who have lost their loved one in the line of duty, and the sacrifices their families have made for our country, Southern Careers Institute (SCI), through ...
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10 Soft Skills Employers are Hiring for in 2021
Hiring the right person isn’t just about finding someone who can perform the duties and tasks of the job. Hiring managers look beyond certifications, degrees, and technical skills and evaluating a candidate’s soft skills. While your credentials may get you the interview, soft skills will get you the job offer. ...
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