IMAGE SOURCE There’s an old adage that two things in life are imminent-death and taxes. Well, we can add natural disasters to this short list because since 1980 to 2017 the U.S. has sustained 212 weather and climate disasters. This does not include forest fires and terrorist attacks. The total cost of the weather-related events […]
IMAGE SOURCE: Pixabay, public domain. Even if you know that you want to be an architect, you might not know how to start your college selection. With so many schools of architecture out there, how do you decide which institution is right for you? Some of the common factors you will find at the top […]
IMAGE SOURCE: Pixabay, public domain. When you have already started your college education, you don’t want to waste the work you’ve put into your studies or the time and money it has cost you to earn those credits. You might wonder whether the credits you completed online or on campus can be transferred to an […]
IMAGE SOURCE: Pixabay, public domain. As you explore your options for getting a college education, you may come across a number of programs that identify themselves as degree completion programs. These degree programs allow students to build on their prior learning experiences. Because they aren’t stuck starting from scratch, students in degree completion programs can […]
If you’re eager to get your education underway and quickly earn a bachelor’s degree that will help you boost your career, you might be interested in an accelerated degree. Many different options are available to help students shave months – or even years – off of the time it will take them to graduate. Online […]
IMAGE SOURCE If you’re wondering about the “how fast” aspect-there must be a reason. For most people, the reason is likely to be money. The quicker you advance from an RN to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), the more money you may earn. The statistics seem to agree with this premise. Payscale.com finds […]
IMAGE SOURCE The American Counseling Association (ACA) arrived at a definition of counseling by delegates of an ACA Conference in March 2010. They defined it as: Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. The definition was then submitted to the leaders […]
IMAGE SOURCE Marriage and family therapists offer guidance to couples, families and groups who are dealing with issues that affect their mental health and well-being. Many therapists approach their work holistically, using a “wellness” model (as opposed to an “illness” one) which highlights and encourages client’s strengths. Typically, earning an undergraduate degree in counseling, psychology, […]
IMAGE SOURCE The most popular degrees in fire science occur at the associate level. Two-year programs in fire science introduce students to the basics of emergency services, including fire personnel, first-response medical (EMTs and paramedics), police officers and federal agencies involved in emergencies and disasters. Coursework then progresses into fire behavior, building construction, protection systems, […]
IMAGE SOURCE Those pursuing a Master’s degree in counseling have probably decided on a specialty, such as substance abuse, family & divorce, school or mental health counseling. Though a Bachelor’s degree may provide numerous job opportunities, a master’s will take you further into your role as a counselor. The time period to complete a master’s either […]
