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Start a Career with Animals as a Military Spouse

With Military, MyCAA, and Veteran benefits, we aim to make Penn Foster the military friendly school that students in the armed forces choose to build better futures through our self-paced, flexible programs.

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3 Reasons to Become a Travel Agent

If you’re looking for a fun career that allows you to work directly with clients and has work from home opportunities, becoming a travel agent could be the perfect job for you! As a travel agent, you’ll help clients book their perfect vacations, from travel to hotel accommodation – and even plan itineraries so they see all of the best sites wherever they go. Here’s what you should know about working in travel and tourism, and how to get started in the field!

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How to Write a Strong Resume

Whether it’s your first time applying for a job or you’re hoping to improve your chances of getting interviews for roles you’re interested in, a strong resume is key! But how can you write a good resume? What should you include? We spoke with our resident expert, Kristen Schenck, to find out. A talent acquisition associate at Penn Foster, Kristen has a wealth of experience reviewing resumes, offering resume advice, and conducting interviews to hire talented people to help our students. Here’s her advice on writing a great resume!

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What is an Engineering Technology Degree?

If you’re interested in a career in the engineering field, you can dive in and develop your engineering skills and knowledge with an Associate Degree in Engineering Technology. This educational pathway is the first step for someone hoping to graduate and pursue a career in production, design, manufacturing or operations.

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Why Should I Get a Degree in Interior Design?

If you want to become a professional interior designer, you may have questions about what steps you need to take in order to get started. For one, diving into the professional creative industry can pose various questions about your education requirements, so your first step should be to find the right training to meet your personal and professional career goals.

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Is Penn Foster a Charter School?

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.

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How to Get Back on Your Feet After a Layoff

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.

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How to Become a Certified Medical Assistant

Helping others in a healthcare setting sounds like your dream job. Whether that means measuring vital signs, setting up appointments, or updating patient medical records, playing a vital role in making sure someone gets the care they need is rewarding work. But what skills do you need to learn and what should you have on your resume to get your foot in the door as a medical assistant? Here’s what you should know.

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3 Reasons to Become a Medical Assistant

Spending years sitting in classes, taking out large student loans to pay for a nursing or medical school education, can be frustrating. Then, waiting for the next semester to start can make planning your comeback to education difficult. If you want to get a start on a career that helps others in the medical field, becoming a certified medical assistant could be the right fit for you. Here’s what you should know.

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How to Get Ready to Go Back to School

Here’s your guide to going back to school with Penn Foster.

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