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- December 7, 2018
San Diego Universities: Options for Adult Learners
Henry Ford once said: “Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.” The fact is, it’s never too late to return to education. National University is dedicated to delivering lifelong learning opportunities for adult learners who want to pursue their education. But, we also understand how ...
- December 7, 2018
What Can You Do With a Master’s in Forensic Science?
A Master's in Forensic Science is an advanced degree that prepares graduates for technical leadership, laboratory management, and specialized investigative roles in crime laboratories, medical examiner offices, and law enforcement agencies, typically taking two years to complete with intensive laboratory work, independent research, and a culminating thesis.
- December 7, 2018
School Psychology: Programs in California
School psychologists are credentialed mental health and education professionals who support students' academic, social, behavioral, and emotional success, collaborating with teachers, parents, and administrators to conduct evaluations, provide counseling, develop intervention plans, and respond to crises within K-12 school communities.
- December 7, 2018
Grad School Requirements: Options for Busy Adults
Whether you’re looking to move up in your current career or to transition into a new field, a graduate degree could help you achieve your goal. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment in master’s-level occupations is projected to grow by almost 17 percent through 2026, the fastest of any education level. ...
- December 7, 2018
How I Fit an Online MBA Into My Life: A Navy Vet Success Story
“You’ll never amount to anything out there. If you leave, I promise you’ll be back.” After 16 years in the service and two combat tours, it was Seaman Francisco Rivera’s last day in the Navy. He never forgot the sting of the words uttered by his Master Chief Petty Officer from the 32nd Street Naval ...
- December 7, 2018
Checklist: What Makes a Best Online MBA Program
If you are looking to make an investment in your future, an MBA will help you develop your professional skills and can increase your earning potential. An MBA also opens up new opportunities to work alongside like-minded, ambitious, and highly motivated individuals. It’s not just the degree qualification that can expand your horizons, the people ...
- December 7, 2018
How I Fit an Online MBA Into My Life
Obtaining an MBA (Master of Business Administration) is a goal for many high-achievers in business and other career fields. The MBA degree can offer a clear path to enhanced or more senior career opportunities — and the higher earning potential that goes with these roles. It also aids in achieving greater personal development, improving communication ...
- December 7, 2018
A Master’s in Journalism Online: The Writer’s Edge
Stories saturate every corner of the digital landscape where we consume information all day, every day. We live in a 24-hour news cycle where content published by professional journalists is researched, verified, and enhanced using multimedia tools like video and interactive websites. Turning students into dynamic content professionals and working journalists is the goal of ...
- December 7, 2018
Finding Grants for Certificate Programs
Certificate programs can be funded through federal aid, state grants, workforce retraining funds, and institutional aid, with the FAFSA as the essential first step, since it unlocks eligibility for the broadest range of grant programs simultaneously. The Federal Pell Grant is available for certificate programs at eligible accredited institutions, with a maximum award of $7,395 for the 2024-25 award year, though eligibility requires the certificate program to be Title IV-eligible, which means the institution must be accredited and federally approved to receive student aid.
October 23, 2018The Associate Degree in Biology: Career Paths
An Associate of Science (A.S.) in Biology is a two-year, approximately 60-credit program covering cellular biology, genetics, ecology, and foundational chemistry and mathematics, designed primarily as a transfer pathway to a four-year biology degree, though it also qualifies graduates for certain entry-level laboratory and field roles. Most associate biology programs include a combination of lecture and laboratory coursework, with standard courses covering general biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry or physics, and mathematics, aligned to the transfer requirements of the target four-year institution.
- October 23, 2018
The Early Childhood Credential: Online Certificate Option
An early childhood credential authorizes educators to teach and care for children from birth through age eight, including preschool, Transitional Kindergarten, and early elementary settings, with requirements that vary by career goal, setting, and state.
- October 23, 2018
Boost Your Career With an AA in Business Administration
If you’re looking to take a big step forward in a wide variety of jobs in the business world, you don’t necessarily need to earn a four-year degree. An Associate of Arts (AA) in Business Administration can help you advance your career in less time and with less cost. The degree can also set you ...
- October 23, 2018
The Federal Pell Grant Program and Your Education
The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based subsidy from the U.S. government that provides financial assistance to low- and moderate-income undergraduate students without requiring repayment, except under specific circumstances such as early withdrawal from a program.
- October 23, 2018
How Much Does A Masters Degree Cost?
A master's degree in the United States typically costs between $30,000 and $120,000 in total tuition, with the national average sitting around $62,820, but actual cost varies significantly by field, institution type, and format.
- October 23, 2018
How To Become An Elementary School Teacher In California
Becoming an elementary school teacher in California requires a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, completion of a CTC-approved Teacher Preparation Program including at least 600 hours of student teaching or fieldwork, passing foundational skills and subject-matter assessments, and meeting additional state requirements before applying for a Preliminary Multiple Subject Teaching Credential.
- October 23, 2018
How To Go Back To School As A Single Mom
In 2014, Cassie Olinski found herself in a difficult position. She was facing an unexpected divorce, and as a soon-to-be-single mother to an 8-year-old son with special needs, she knew it would be difficult for her to make ends meet with no degree and limited job options. After some hunting, she managed to find a ...
- October 23, 2018
How to Study for the CSET: 8 Tips
Passing the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) requires preparation, hard work, and practice, not last-minute cramming. National University recommends starting preparation one to three months before the test date and building a structured study plan that covers all key content areas before sitting for any subtest.
- October 23, 2018
Interpersonal Communication: Building Stronger Relationships
Interpersonal communication is the exchange of information between individuals through verbal and nonverbal messages, a process involving a sender who conveys a message and a receiver who interprets it, with feedback facilitating understanding. It occurs across a range of settings, from face-to-face conversations to mediated channels like email, video calls, and text, with direct communication enabling richer nonverbal exchange and immediate feedback that mediated formats cannot fully replicate.