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Small Business Management Classes Offer Freedom and Potential Learn more about careers and degrees in small business management and browse through small business management classes. Find a small business management school and get info about locations, degrees, financial aid, etc. QUESTION: I need to get my GED and further my education -- where do I start? I need to get my GED and further my education but I don't know where to start. Is there any one out there like me? Discover the Possibilities at Specialty Schools and Career Schools Specialty schools and career schools offer numerous opportunities for people in a variety of life situations. Two-Year Colleges in the Limelight Take a look at some of the celebs who started at two-year colleges -- and, hey, one of them became a multiple Oscar winner! Special Report: Specialized Career Schools Are In The results are in: Specialized career schools in design, the culinary arts and health care top the charts; blue collar jobs are bottoming out. Career Schools: Where the Jobs Are If you're a goal-oriented, focused individual who already knows what you want field you want to work in, career schools might right for you. Additionally, career schools also provide a launch point if you're just entering the workforce. One of the nation's many top career schools may be the right fit for you! Is This Field for You? 5 Career Factors to Consider You may have top-notch skills, but if there's no market for your craft, your dream career will never makes its way into reality. Consider these career factors before you make your choice. Career Watch 2007: Assisting Careers Are Hot The results are in: Assisting careers are projected to be among the fastest growing occupations through 2014. Take a Career Aptitude Test Today Check out this snapshot of some of the most popular career aptitude tests around, and see which ones will help you choose a career that matches your talents and interests. 10 Ways to Protect Your Online Persona If you haven't thought about the role your Web activity and e-mail personality play in your hiring potential, it's time to give it some consideration. Because in our current tech-savvy culture, employers can learn all they need to know about you before you even get an interview. Here are some tips on successfully managing your online persona, and boosting your hiring potential. Get Educated: Lessons On Lessons From Home "You're crazy to study from home!" I heard these words from a lot of people when I first expressed an interest in completing my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology via Distance Education. Five Tips for Your Internship You've landed the internship - now what? Check out five tips to make the most out of your internship experience and help you learn more for your future post-college job. Getting Ready for TOEFL iBT This article examines the preparation of the TOEFL exam. It outlines the differences between the old test and the new TOEFL (iBT). Lose Your 9-to-5 Job If you're one of those people who dreads being chained to a desk every day, consider an anti-9-to-5 job. With the right career training, you can beat burnout before it even begins. The Pro Bono Paralegal Network How would you like to be part of an occupation that unites you with professionals around the globe? Not only does the paralegal profession provide an excellent support network for you, it also affords you the opportunity to make an impact on paralegals near and far -- even overseas. Penn Foster College Helps Working Moms Get Back to School Penn Foster College Launches "Project Working Mom 2." 12 Career Education Perks The benefits of career education are many and varied. Check out these 10 perks. Should I Take a Career Aptitude Test? Like it or not, your job consumes the majority of your days. So you want to make sure that where you're spending your life isn't draining the life right out of you. Career aptitude tests can provide the insight you need to bring your life's passion into your life's work. Community Colleges Targeting Boomers Boasting accessibility and affordability, community colleges are in a unique position to provide boomers with clear pathways to get from the end of their midlife careers to the beginning of their encore careers. President Obama Endorses Careers in Service In light of the challenges facing our nation, President Obama has issued a call to service for each and every citizen. What stronger commitment can we make than to cultivate a career in service? Top Resume Skills for Today's Workforce A concise, targeted resume skills section is more effective than a laundry list of skills. The Components of a Safe Career Sometimes it's wise to play it safe. And in a major recession like the one we're currently experiencing, this might be one of those times. No one is exempt from potential financial loss, but there are careers you can choose that can afford you more security than others. Quiz: Is It Time For a New Career? Even if you have the slightest doubt about your job, this quiz will give you insight on whether or not you need to invest in a new career. |
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