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How to Support Mental Health While Working in a Skilled Trade

Mental Health in the Workplace   Everyone’s mental health has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. As many workplaces shifted to a remote environment, people found themselves switching careers. Job duties changed to fit COVID regulations, and employees’ mental health was affected. According to Mental Health America’s 2021 report, 9 in 10 employees said their workplace […]

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7 Medical Assistant Certifications to Consider

Certified Medical Assistant Exam  The most basic exam that you can take after you have completed your program is the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Exam. This exam is offered through the American Association of Medical Assistants. One of the first requirements for taking this exam is to have completed a course that is accredited by […]

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How You Can Exercise Soft Skills While Learning Online

 Thus, it is important that you have opportunities to learn these skills as a student. With the trend towards online schooling for higher education, some may think that soft skills are not being learned as they should be. However, this is not the case at all. There are several ways that students can exercise […]

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What Can You Do With a Commercial Driver’s License?

Essentially, you need a professional driver’s license, also known as a commercial driver’s license (CDL), to operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) on all public roadways in Texas and the rest of the United States. Of course, this requires training and certification, which takes about seven weeks.   While a CDL is the main requirement […]

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5 Skills You Learn in an HVAC Program

Many skills you learn in an HVAC training program cross over with other maintenance skills like appliance repair and some minor electrician work. For someone who likes to be handy or is simply looking for a reliable professional skillset, it’s hard to go wrong with knowing how to repair and replace HVAC units. Today, we’re […]

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9 Important School Supplies for Your First Day

 Your Required Textbooks Are Necessary School Supplies  Before your courses are scheduled to begin, your professors will send you a list of the textbooks for class. Taking the time to purchase these textbooks beforehand will help you to feel more prepared on the first day because you can dive right into the reading, quizzes, […]

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Why More Graduating Seniors Are Choosing Trade School Over a Four-Year Degree

 More and more students are choosing to bypass traditional education for trade school after they graduate high school. In fact, in 2020, 57% of students in college agreed that higher education no longer seemed worth the cost of the education.   Pathways After High School  Getting a 4-year degree isn’t the only option after graduating […]

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Careers You Can Pursue After Beauty School in Texas

Become a Hair Stylist With a Cosmetology License   One awesome career to pursue as a cosmetologist is a hairstylist. This career is one that you will find very fulfilling and it is very broad in terms of job tasks. One aspect of being a hairstylist involves cutting hair. Another function of being a hairstylist […]

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What Is QuickBooks?

QuickBooks is a powerful tool for many types of businesses. Whether you are looking to start up a small business or expand into a bigger one, QuickBooks will help you with every aspect of running your company’s finances and payroll. If you want to learn more about QuickBooks and what careers require knowledge, please read […]

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5 Common Accounting Interview Questions (and Answers)

 Every hiring manager assesses your capability to fit their company and how well you understand the work at hand. Therefore, if you’ve got an upcoming interview for a business accounting specialist role, you have to make prior preparations on both soft and hard skills to secure the job. Below are some of the accounting […]

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5 Excellent Tips for Returning to School After a Hiatus

 Have a Clear Goal   One important tip for returning to school after a hiatus is to have a clear goal in your mind. Having this type of goal will help you to achieve it because you know exactly what you are aiming for. Choosing a S.M.A.R.T. (specific, measured, attainable, relevant, time-based) goal and […]

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We Need More Women in Skilled Trades – Here’s Why

However, that vision is about 80 years old, and women still make up only about 10% of the skilled trades industry. Of the women who are in the workforce, only 3% of them work within a skilled trade. With the continual need for a skilled workforce, now is a great time for women to consider […]

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Tips for Successful Engagement in Online Courses

Students that migrate from in-person learning to online may encounter some challenges and difficulties previously unbeknownst to them.  So we’ve come up with a list of tips for online learners to ensure they have the best chance at succeeding in this new world of education! Remove Distractions Picture your high school days when you would […]

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5 Tips for Online Students in 2022

Create a Conducive Working Space When you have a good working space, it helps you think and act purposefully. Make sure your workspace is free of clutter and is well-organized. Besides, being organized is an essential element of a successful online student. Also, your space should accommodate a chair and desk, and it shouldn’t be […]

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