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Is Self-Paced Learning Hard? The Truth About Learning on Your Own Schedule

What is self-paced learning? Is it hard? Could it be right for me? These are all great questions! Learn all about self-paced learning in this blog.

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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Is AI Making Medical Coding a Bad Career Choice? Here's an Honest Answer

If you've seen the headlines about AI and medical coding, you're probably wondering whether this career is still worth starting. We asked Penn Foster's Director of Healthcare Programs for insight.

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What to Know Before You Enroll in Penn Foster's Vet Tech Program: Allergies, Animals, and Everything In Between

Before enrolling in any veterinary technology program, you should know what to expect. This blog covers what to know before enrolling in Penn Foster’s program, from how online classes work to how to deal with allergies and the physical demands of working as a credentialed vet tech.

Desiree Sinkevich

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How to Become a Medical Coder: Career, Certification, and Training (2026 Guide)

Becoming a medical coder takes a few steps and you may be wondering if it’s the right career move for you. Learn more about how to become one, medical coding certification, salary and job outlook, and the impact of AI in this blog.

Desiree Sinkevich

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Animal Restraint 101: Why Safety Is the First Skill You Learn in Veterinary Training

Animal restraint is an important skill to learn if you’re going to work in the veterinary profession. Read on to find out what animal restraint entails, why it’s important, and how to do it safely.

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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78K Learners Completed Penn Foster Programs Last Year. Here's Where They Are Now.

Are you curious about how much success students enrolled in Penn Foster find? Read on for some excellent data from our 2025 Impact Report and a first-hand account of how our 2025 Graduate of the Year, Monet Carter, got on her way to reaching her dreams.

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Laura Amendola

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Thinking About Getting a GED? Ask Yourself These 5 Questions First

Are you thinking about getting your GED? Ask yourself these questions before committing to determine if this route is right for you.

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Chris Schumacher

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6 Things No One Tells You About Being a Vet Tech

Becoming a veterinary technician can be a great career choice, but it’s not without its challenges. Learn about some of the details you may not have thought of in this blog so you can make a fully informed decision about your future career.

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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The CPT Exam: What to Know Before Test Day

The CPT certification is important for future phlebotomy technicians. Learn all about the exam and how to prepare for it in this helpful guide.

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Chris Schumacher

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5 Signs a Career as a Medical Assistant Might Be Right for You

Sometimes, there are signs that help us make decisions for our lives. In this blog, we highlight 5 signs a career as a medical assistant may be right for you. If you’ve thought about pursuing this healthcare role, check out these signs!

Laura Amendola.

Laura Amendola

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