While you’re searching for your next opportunity or trying to decide the best steps to take to advance your career, taking time to build your skills and earn new credentials can boost your resume and help you move forward toward getting a job. Here’s how to prepare for your next best job and why now is the perfect time to start planning for your future.

A lot of things have changed since the start of the pandemic, including job interviews. Whether you’re applying for an in-person position or a work-from-home job, most companies and hiring managers are holding interviews through video chats. Just like traditional interviews, though, there are a few tips to consider to help you have the most successful meeting with a potential boss possible. Here's five things to keep in mind when you’re preparing for your next remote interview.

It’s no secret that Penn Foster alumni are off launching their careers and making the world a better place. This year we received over 200 Graduate of the Year submissions. Our graduates’ stories blew us away. However, there were five that really stood out. While this graduation season wasn’t exactly what we expected, we’re still absolutely thrilled to share with you our Graduate of the Year finalists and celebrate yours, and their, success. Read their stories.

Writing great assignments can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re writing an essay for a high school course or putting together a research paper for a college class, you can make sure you submit the best piece possible with a little help. Here’s how you can make the most of Penn Foster resources to write an amazing essay.

Increasing your earning potential—the amount of money you can make for the work you do—takes time. It also takes work and planning. If you’re looking to earn more at your current job or are hoping to qualify for a new position that pays more, try these ideas to help you get there.

Charter schools have gained a lot of attention in national news, but many find defining what they truly are a little complicated. While determining what kind of education is best for your child can feel like a daunting task, we did some research for you so you better understand what a charter school is, and where Penn Foster sits as a type of school option.

Can you help your child learn from home? Yes! Here's how.

Let’s face it: life can get pretty hectic sometimes. When this happens, we forget that chores and responsibilities aren’t the only things that exist. We know that stepping back to take time to immerse ourselves in the things we love is fun. Unfortunately, we sometimes forget what it is we like doing and how it can improve our lives. Here’s how you can reconnect or pick up a new hobby, and how it can make a positive impact on your life!

You’ve dreamed of working in the medical field, but aren’t sure where to start. There are a lot of choices that can sometimes be confusing, like the difference between a medical assistant and medical office administrator. Penn Foster can help you decide which program and career is right for you.

Being laid-off can feel like a giant setback, but getting back up-and-running after losing a job isn’t as far out of reach as you’d think. Here’s our best advice on how to face this challenge head-on by reviewing your options, creating a plan, and most importantly, kicking your self-doubt to the curb.