How to Celebrate National Nursing Assistant Week
The Beginning of National Nursing Assistant Week National Nursing Assistant week is set to unfold June 18th through June 25th of 2020. The purpose of National CNA Appreciation Week is to recognize the hard work and dedication shown by America’s nursing assistants. The theme of this year’s week is, “Nursing Assistants: Creating a Community of […]
How Quickly Can Certification Be Earned?
What career training programs have certification opportunities, and how long does it take to get certified? Can certification be earned? Let’s take a look. Earning Career Certifications Fast So can certification be earned? To get certified in Texas, you must have the demonstrated skills and knowledge needed to pass a certification exam. Most people enroll […]
How to Become a Skilled Tradesperson
Let’s take a closer look at how to become a skilled tradesperson. What Are Skilled Trades? According to the U.S. Department of Labor, skilled trades are jobs that require a learned set of skills tradespeople pick up through apprenticeships. Good trade jobs exist in a number of different fields. A few examples of trade jobs […]
Is Trade School Education Worth It?
Are Trade Jobs Worth It? So is trade school education worth it? If you’re interested in a career path that includes long term job security and solid pay, a trade job may be a good fit for you. Trade jobs involve investing your time into learning the trade itself. They also involve investing money in […]
How to Get a Job in Harlingen, Texas
Looking for a job in Harlingen, Texas? Well, Harlingen is a city with a population of approximately 65,000. Like most cities in the US, it is expected to grow. This means that there could be good jobs available in and around Harlingen for the foreseeable future. Southern Careers Institute has a campus at 1122 […]
Do You Have Leadership Qualities?
Having qualities of a leader enable you to do your best work while also encouraging others within your team to follow your lead. But great leadership, like any attribute, is a skill. If you’ve ever wondered if you have leadership qualities, know that like any skill set, you can learn it. All it takes is […]
How to Get an Electrical Technician Job in Waco, Texas
How to Get an Electrical Technician Job in Waco So you have decided you want to get an electrical technician job in Waco. Now what? The first step on the road to an exciting and lucrative career as an electrical technician in Waco, Texas, is to get training. A student should focus on electrical theory, […]
What Is National Higher Education Day
Let’s take a closer look at defining what National Higher Education Day is as well as defining existing initiatives associated with higher education. Finally, we’ll look at how higher education can help people improve their lives both personally and professionally. What Is National Higher Education Day? Higher education is any kind of education or training […]
Benefits of Being an SCI Student
Being an SCI student means you are on the road to having a better life. Whether you are just out of high school, want a career change, or need extra skills to get a promotion or the raise you desire, there’s a training program for you. Southern Careers Institute was founded for the purpose of […]
How the CARES Act Supports Higher Education
On March 13, 2020, President Donald J. Trump declared a United States national emergency in direct response to the current coronavirus pandemic. With this declaration, came the CARES Act. Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund To address income, health, and economic security in response to this national emergency, the CARES Act was enacted on March 27, […]
Training as a Medical Assistant
A routine appointment with your doctor may seem like a one-on-one visit, but it actually isn’t. You will interact with your doctor and nurse. But it doesn’t end there. There are a number of different people who are involved in the efficient functioning of any health facility, and one of those people is the medical assistant. In fact, the first person whom you see in your doctor’s office may be the medical assistant. They check you in, schedule subsequent appointments, answer phones, file insurance forms, and answer questions about the office. Depending on their medical assistant training, they may also administer injections, draw blood, and verify the accuracy of your medical records. Read more...
What is SCI Connect?
One of the methods we employ to reach the goal of helping students find jobs that suit them well is our SCI Connect Platform. As a part of student career services, the platform connects graduates to employers who are looking to fill available positions. It also gives employers a taste of who our students are and […]
What is On-the-Job Training?
On-the-job training allows employees to learn at their job sites, giving them first-hand experience that helps them perform their roles confidently and efficiently. Why is it important? Most jobs today require post-secondary education and/or training to learn the skills to do them. On top of this, many employers provide it to familiarize employees with […]Want to learn more about how National Certifications might help you in today’s job market?
