How to Improve Your Long-Term Retention for Your CPC Exam Preparing for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC)® examination given by AAPC is a significant step toward a rewarding career in medical coding. Success on this exam doesn’t just come from short-term cramming; it requires strategies that promote long-term retention of complex material. At Blackstone Career…
12 Ways to Reduce Stress in the Healthcare Field Stress Among Healthcare Workers Stress—we all experience it and are constantly seeking ways to reduce stress in our lives. For individuals entering or already working in the healthcare field, stress can be a large part of their occupation because of demanding job requirements, trying to keep…
11 Affordable Correspondence Courses for Incarcerated Individuals If education programs are limited at your friend or loved one’s facility, consider enrolling them in an affordable correspondence course. Mail-based courses provide an opportunity for incarcerated individuals to complete coursework without internet access. Blackstone offers 11 different correspondences courses for incarcerated individuals to choose from. Sponsoring a…
Why You Should Continue Your Education as a Parent Making the choice to continue your education is a big step for anyone. But with kids in the picture, parents who are considering going back to school or entering career training have even more to think about. A lot of parents might feel hesitant to continue…
3 Online Career Programs for Busy Parents Introduction In today’s fast-paced world, busy parents often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities, from caring for their children to managing household duties and maintaining a job. Amidst all this, the thought of pursuing further education or switching careers might seem overwhelming, if not impossible. However, with the advent…
5 Life Hacks for Parents Juggling School and Work Choosing to pursue an education while working and parenting is a huge endeavor, but one that can have great long-term rewards. Finding ways to be efficient in your studies is important when there are a variety of responsibilities that require your attention. With countless resources and…
How to Stay Motivated as an Online Student Staying motivated—it’s a challenge for all of us whether it involves household tasks, work projects, or completing coursework to reach continuing education or career goals. Continuing to keep your motivation level up as an online student can be difficult at times, but there are several strategies you…
A Top Career for Stay-At-Home Moms Being a stay-at-home mom is a noble choice, but given the current economy, you may need to consider ways to bring in some extra cash. According to SmartAsset’s Inflation Calculator, what you could pay for with $100 in 2014 now costs $133, on average, in 2024—a 32.51% cumulative inflation…
4 Benefits of Being a Lifelong Learner Lifelong learning, also referred to as continuous learning or constant learning, is the practice of continuing one’s education or training well into adulthood and even after establishing a career for oneself. Many people see school as a childhood necessity or as a path to a certain career, but…
Points to Consider if You Are Tired of Nursing Do you feel like you’re tired of nursing? Have you decided “I’m over it”—working shifts and the stress of direct patient care? You are not alone. Many nurses echo this sentiment. A 2021 McKinsey survey found that 32% of registered nurses in direct patient care reported…
