As a teacher, lesson plans are a vital tool you’ll use each day to make sure your students get the most out of their education. Writing an effective plan can help you stay organized and help your students get the most out of their lessons. But how do you write a good lesson? Here’s what you should know to get started.

We all have financial goals, whether we’re hoping to build up our savings, save for a big purchase, or just improve our financial skills. No matter the reason you’re looking to improve your finances, it can still seem like a challenge to make it happen – especially if you don’t have experience with budgeting or don’t know different ways to save within your means. It may even seem, sometimes, like an impossible goal when you’re living paycheck to paycheck – but it doesn’t have to be. Try these tips to take the first steps toward setting and reaching your financial goals!

As we reflect on the past year, so much has changed in 2021. Before we fully dive into all the things we’re looking forward to accomplishing together in 2022, we wanted to take a moment to look back at what we’ve achieved to remind us about what we’ve accomplished together and get inspired for the year ahead. Despite the ups and downs, we’ve had a lot to be proud of. Check out the full list below!

If you know what job you want or at least what field you want to go into, how do you decide what skills you need to get an entry-level position? Do you need to earn a college degree, or can you learn what you need to know through other types of training programs?

In your two required externships at Penn Foster, you’ll have the opportunity to work with vet techs and veterinarians to help animals while completing skills and practicing what you know in the real world. But what happens after the externship, besides finishing your degree and graduating? Can an externship turn into a paying job? We spoke with Megan Chadwick, Director of Penn Foster’s Veterinary Academy, to get some advice on how to turn your externship into a job offer.

Whether you have a busy schedule, like to learn at your own pace, or want to avoid a daily commute to in-person classes, online education can offer you the opportunity to reach your goals on your terms. If you’re considering enrolling in a Penn Foster program to further your career, earn a degree, or finish your high school diploma, here’s everything you need to know.

Earning a high school diploma can be more than an education milestone. A high school diploma can impact what jobs you qualify for, the opportunities you have to advance in your career, and what colleges you can attend. Whether you’re a traditional-aged student who had to, or wants to, leave school or an adult learner who wants to go back, getting your diploma can open new doors and opportunities. If you’re unsure about going back to school, or don’t know if it’s worth it, here’s what you should know about how an accredited diploma can make a difference in your life and career.

At the end of 2020, more than 42 million people in the United States rented apartments and homes. With so many people renting from management companies, the need for property managers is expected to remain steady over the next ten years, meaning there are many opportunities for someone looking to break into the field. If you’re a people person with strong communication and management skills, becoming a property manager could be the perfect career for you. Here’s what you need to know about the job.

If you’re passionate about helping animals, then you’ve probably considered a career in the veterinary field. With that in mind, there’s no better time than now to take the next steps toward the career you want! As more people become pet owners, the need for passionate, skilled veterinary technicians is expected to grow 16% over the next decade, adding over 18,000 new job opportunities. In order to become a veterinary technician, you may need further education and training to help you prepare for the job. But if you don’t have time to attend an in-person school to earn your degree, what options do you have? That’s where Penn Foster’s AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician Associate Degree can help! Here’s how the self-paced, online degree is designed to help you succeed!

Careers in healthcare are expected to grow due to an aging population and more patients seeking regular care for chronic conditions or wellness checks. That means there’s plenty of opportunity to find rewarding, in-demand jobs in the field. If you’re interested in playing a vital role in healthcare but aren’t someone who wants to work directly with patients, becoming an electronic medical records specialist could be the perfect career for you! Here’s what you should know about electronic medical records, what records specialists do, and how to become certified.