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What Can I Do with a Degree in Business Management?

A degree in business management can go a long way - if you know how to use it! Here are a few different ways you can leverage your business degree to find success in a variety of industries.

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What Are Career Pathways?

Did you know that you can explore potential careers or get a head start on preparing for the career you want while you're earning a high school diploma online? With Penn Foster’s High School Diploma with Career Pathways options, you’ll finish your regular subjects and then have five career-focused elective classes that can give you an introduction to a specific job or industry! Here’s what you need to know about how the pathway diploma works, your pathway options, and how to get started.

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What Will I Learn in Auto Repair School?

Before you make the decision to further your education in auto repair, you’ll probably want to know exactly what you’re getting yourself into. Here are a few things you’ll learn from auto repair school that you can apply to your day-to-day work life.

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What Do Veterinary Assistants Do?

Are you certain that a career in animal care is right for you but not sure which option fits you best? You might want to consider pursuing a career as a veterinary assistant! Learn what veterinary assistants do on a day-to-day basis and more about the profession in this Student Life Blog post.

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How to Succeed as an Introverted Early Childhood Education Teacher

Early childhood educators must be able to work in a high-energy, attention-demanding environment. For introverted teachers, the early childhood classroom can be daunting! Here are a few tips to help introverts get through the day so they can continue to act as great role models for their students.

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How to Use the Penn Foster Job Board

Penn Foster students have access to a wide variety of Career Services to help support their career goals. Learn about one of the most exciting career resources we offer - the Penn Foster Job Board - in this Student Life Blog post!

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5 Skills You Need to Become a Preschool Teacher

Not sure you have what it takes to become a preschool teacher? Check out these five must-have classroom management skills for early childhood educators. Also, check out this post for a special two-part webinar from our Early Childhood and General Education Department Chair, Nancy Moretti!

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How to List Penn Foster on Your Resume

We often get asked by Penn Foster students exactly how to list their Penn Foster High School, Career School, or College experience on a resume - and now, we've got you covered! Check out this guide to help you nail the education portion of your resume.

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Graphic Design vs Web Design: Which Career Is Right for You?

Both web and graphic design offer plenty of opportunities and room for growth, and knowing the key differences between the two can help you choose the one you'll enjoy most. Check out this article detailing the differences between web designers and graphic designers and see which career path is right for you!

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Benefits of Having a Graphic Design Degree

While having a degree isn't absolutely necessary to become a graphic designer, earning your graphic design degree may have more benefits than you'd expect! Here are four benefits of having a graphic design degree.

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