With our lives becoming increasingly reliant on technology, businesses and government agencies are tasked with protecting their computer networks, infrastructure — and us — against the growing threat of cyberattacks. In the age of the internet of things, when every email, website, software application, smartphone, and anything else that connects to the internet potentially carries …

When you have a difficult question, it’s always best to turn to a subject matter expert for answers. In our blog series, Ask An Expert, National University faculty take turns answering challenging questions in their areas of expertise. In this post, we put the focus on human behavior. We asked Professor Charles Tatum of the …

In the early period from birth to eight years of age, children are making important strides in their cognitive, social, and emotional development. These critical years play an important role in creating a strong foundation in learning that will help them achieve success over the course of their lifetime.

Jorden Schlorf has always been good at working with people. It’s who she is. And it’s a skill she has put to good use throughout her working life. Schlorf has held various positions in her school district for the last 10 years, including as an aide and a para-educator. Today, she works with special needs …

Wondering what can you do with an early childhood education degree? The answer will largely be influenced by which type of degree you wish to pursue.

So, you’re an active-duty military servicemember or a Veteran and you’re looking for a great education. Where do you even start? First, the internet is flooded with options. The moment you type “military-friendly college” into your search bar, you’ll be overwhelmed by the number of Google search results. (You’ll get more than 170 million, actually.) …

Suppose you could have a career where you could serve as a role model, solve problems, navigate chaos, promote safety — and make a difference? Sounds idealistic? Not really. A bachelor’s in criminal justice can lead to a career that will allow you to do all that and empower you to make change for the …

New credit policy makes earning a degree and career advancement opportunities more accessible and affordable by articulating workforce training into a variety of degree credit; National University is also offering 25 percent tuition scholarship for public safety agencies nationwide…

More than 43.8 million adults experience some type of mental health issue each year; that’s according to the United States Center for Disease Control. A growing number of people of all ages are seeking care from mental health professionals for conditions ranging from anxiety and depression to stress and substance abuse. A master’s degree in …

The state of California is in the midst of a primary care crisis. According to a 2016 survey by the California Primary Care Association, by 2030, the state will need an estimated 8,243 additional primary care physicians to meet the needs of patients in need of these important services. The number is a 32% increase …

An MBA might be one of the most challenging experiences you ever put yourself through. To succeed, you have to be willing to go that extra mile, putting time and effort into what can only be described as a rigorous program. It means squeezing value out of every second of every day. There are no …

Earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) was something Jennifer Lamb had always wanted to do. “It was a personal goal,” she says. “It wasn’t part of my career development plan and it wasn’t for the money.” So, approximately six years ago, Lamb decided to take the leap and begin the MBA program offered through …

As a registered nurse, you are committed to investing in the lives of your patients, day in and day out. But when it comes to investing in yourself, sometimes it can be difficult to find time in the midst of your busy schedule to take steps toward expanding your career options. If you are looking …

There is growing demand for mental health services in the U.S. According to a national survey on drug use and health from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, an estimated 43.4 million adults aged 18 or older were living with a mental illness in 2015. That number represents nearly 18 percent of all …

Perhaps you’ve been working for someone else for a while and realize it’s time to pursue your own business idea. A Master of Business Administration (MBA) can give you a competitive edge in management performance and enable you to specialize in your area of interest — but you need a flexible program with classes to …

Using your creative writing skills and talent to tell a written story can become a rewarding career. Earning your degree in creative writing can lend you the credibility you need to get paid to write — and the skills and motivation to bring your creative work to its highest potential. If you’re comparing creative writing …

The Post-9/11 GI Bill has helped millions of servicemembers pursue college degrees, vocational training, and coursework. The Bill has become even more valuable for military families with a recent addition. This new option permits servicemembers to transfer the GI Bill to a spouse or family member, who can take advantage of the education benefits. A …

Information technology is everywhere — and the health care industry is no exception. As the amount of data collected in the medical field grows, the tools and strategies used to leverage this information are also increasing, translating numbers and statistics into positive outcomes for patients. From diagnosing illnesses to billing insurance companies, nearly every component …