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…
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5 Intriguing Virtual Programs for Adult Learners Are you considering a career pivot? Many adult learners seek new opportunities to advance their careers, and virtual programs can be a flexible, cost-effective way to achieve this goal. Here are five career training programs you can pursue with just a high school diploma or GED. 1. Legal…
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5 Simple Steps on How You Can Go Back to School The summer months are winding down, and most office supply stores have put out their back to school shopping lists with great deals for students to stock up on supplies. Whether you took a gap year after high school or you graduated fifteen years…
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6 Tips to Break into the Healthcare Field I remember starting to think about what career field I would pursue in my junior year of high school. I had several nurses in my family, and the healthcare field always interested me. It was a natural fit for me to start directing my career training toward…
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Medical Coding for Beginners The medical coding profession is a great option for those looking for a meaningful career path with potential for good pay, plenty of location flexibility, and minimal training or education requirements. All you need to take our certificate course for medical coding is a high school diploma or equivalent. Medical coding…
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A Certificate in Legal Research to Advance in Your Paralegal Career Legal research is a fundamental skill for any paralegal, enabling them to support attorneys, draft documents, and ensure that all legal proceedings are well-informed and accurate. For those looking to break into or advance within the paralegal field, obtaining a certificate in legal research…
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5 Leadership Qualities the Best Leaders Possess When applying for jobs, it is important to showcase and explain situations where your soft skills have been utilized and executed well. While highlighting the assets you can bring to a team and work environment, it is also crucial to ask questions of potential employers to learn more…
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Introducing Blackstone Career Center You may have recently completed your career training program through Blackstone. You put in the effort, scored well, and received your certificate. So, now what? It’s time to look for a job. Navigating the world of job-searching can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. Introducing Blackstone Career Center, your…
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Get Certified in Your Gap Year Taking a gap year between high school and college is becoming an increasingly common practice. A gap year has been shown to have mental health benefits and can give you time to decompress from 13 years of elementary, middle, and high school and to consider what you really want…
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Certificate Programs Can Be a Stepping Stone to a Healthcare Career Are you considering a career in the medical field but wondering if it is the right choice for you? You might also be thinking about gaining experience in healthcare—if just exploring careers—or how to add experience to your resume without the time or expense…
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