Professional Skills Institute provides a comprehensive nursing program offering to allow students to seamlessly complete the full range of nursing education. The nursing career track begins with the Practical Nurse program, followed by the LPN to RN Bridge program, and finally to the RN to BSN degree completion program. Start Strong as a Practical Nurse […]
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See what’s possible through career-focused education As a high school student, your junior and senior years can be a flurry of campus tours and vital conversations with parents, teachers and guidance counselors about what to do after graduation. For some people, a four-year degree may not be the right fit. Fortunately, there are alternative paths
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Explore these career paths for a physical therapist assistant If you like to be physically active, use your hands and engage directly with many different people, a traditional office job may not be the right fit. Another option to consider is a career that offers you flexibility to get out from behind the desk: For
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Find out what it takes to become a licensed practical nurse As both the current nursing workforce and baby boomer generation age, hospitals around the country are experiencing a shortage of nursing staff to fill their needs. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the licensed practical nurses (LPN) field is expected to grow 12% by
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Addressing some frequently asked questions about financial aid Financial aid can seem complicated and a painstaking process to complete – you might not understand how to even start. However, it’s important to understand the deadlines and types of funding that could help you pay for your education. With National Financial Literacy Month in full swing,
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Things to know before entering this growing field The allied health field encompasses a wide variety of non-nurse and non-physician health professionals who diagnose, evaluate and treat patients with acute and chronic diseases. A handful of the more commonly-known allied health professions are physical therapist assistants, medical assistants, or medical billing and coding specialists. As
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Here are some tips to guide you in your decision A traditional four-year degree isn’t for everyone, and there are different paths students can take to their chosen career. Trade schools, like Professional Skills Institute (PSI), provide students with hands-on training in specialized fields. Most programs feature an accelerated learning format, meaning that you’ll get to work
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Find out which skills will give you an edge on the job hunt Soft skills are key attributes that professionals need to develop throughout their careers in order to communicate effectively with co-workers, clients and others around them. In the job market, those who have honed their soft skills fare better than those who did
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Valuable tips to keep you focused and productive while in school Making the choice to further your education and embark on a new career is an important decision. While deciding to attend school and begin a new career is exciting, it may also feel daunting at first, but rest assured, it can be done. Following
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Find out if a career in practical nursing is right for you Have you thought about a career in healthcare, perhaps one that involved direct patient care? If you enjoy helping people and working in a collaborative environment, practical nursing might be a good career option for you. Read on to find out what a
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