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How Mental Health Can Affect Your Grades & Academic Performance

Have you been suffering from poor mental health since the COVID-19 pandemic? Unfortunately, students like you are experiencing depression symptoms at a higher rate than ever. What ways can you improve your mental health and keep your grades up without sacrificing one or the other?

Lauren Ambrosio

Lauren Ambrosio

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The Benefits of Organized Chaos at Work and in School

What is organized chaos and how can it benefit you? Find out in this helpful guide for workers and students alike.

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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High School Bullying Guide (Resource for Parents)

Learn more about bullying in high school and how you can help your child if they’re experiencing a form of bullying.

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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Vet Tech Unveiled: Expert Answers to Your Burning Questions

Take a look behind the scenes of the Penn Foster Veterinary Technician Program and find out what this career is like in this interview with vet tech instructors.

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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CVT vs LVT vs RVT: What’s the Difference?

Find out what makes CVT, LVT, and RVT credentials different. Learn about what each state requires and get tips from vet tech Shawna Burke on starting your career.

Lauren Ambrosio

Lauren Ambrosio

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Medical Coding Professional vs. Medical Billing and Coding: What’s the Difference?

Penn Foster now offers two different paths toward a career in medical coding or billing, but which program is the right one for you? Learn more about the differences between the programs, certifications, and salary to help you decide!

Desiree Sinkevich

Des Sinkevich

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How to Get Your First Pharmacy Tech Job

You’re freshly certified and ready to hit the ground running in the pharmacy world. But where do you start? We put together some helpful tips you can use to get your first job as a pharmacy technician!

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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Your Guide to High School English at Penn Foster

English classes can be intimidating, but they don’t have to be! Learn more about how our high school English classes work, how to write a great paper, and how to get help if you’re struggling.

Desiree Sinkevich

Des Sinkevich

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How High School Math & English Help Students Succeed

Explore why general education, like math and English, is critical for career readiness with Penn Foster's Academic Director's expert insights.

Lauren Ambrosio

Lauren Ambrosio

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How to Pass the Veterinary Technician Exam (2024 Guide to the VTNE)

The Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) is the last door to walk through to become a credentialed veterinary technician. It can be nerve-wracking, but being prepared can help you succeed. Here’s a guide full of tips to help you pass the VTNE exam!

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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