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Steps to Become a Pharmacy Technician

Are you interested in a career as a pharmacy technician but unsure of how to get started? The Student Life Blog has you covered. Here are five steps you can take toward becoming a pharmacy technician.

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5 Careers for People Who Love to Cook

Are you passionate about culinary arts but unsure of what career path to choose? Check out these five career paths for people who love to cook, work with food, or have an interest in owning their own restaurant!

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How to Create a Great Learning Space

Are you excited about the idea of learning at home but unsure how to set up a home work space that allows you to be productive? Here are a few tips for finding a space where you can concentrate and focus on your schoolwork.

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Explore an Automotive Career with Penn Foster Career School

Whether it's working on motorcycles, trucks, or vehicles in general, the automotive field contains many diverse and rewarding careers. Check out these possible career paths for those looking to take the first steps towards breaking into the automotive industry.

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How Learning Styles Impact Online Learning

Studies show that students who are aware of their learning style tend to perform better in school. In this post, we take a look at a few different types of learning styles to help you figure out which best applies to you - and how you can use the strengths of your learning style to become a better student!

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Top Five Traits of Opticians

January is National Optician Month! Take a look at the benefits of being an optician, and the top traits shared by opticians in the field, in this Penn Foster Student Life Blog post.

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Top 10 Pet Parasites

Parasites can be extremely detrimental to any pet's health and can cause major problems for the host animal. Here are ten pet parasites every veterinary technician needs to know - and why this knowledge is so important for animal care professionals!

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5 Successful People Who Went Back To Finish High School

People drop out of high school for a variety of reasons, but so many high school dropouts eventually return to earn their high school diploma. Here are five successful people that overcame a number of hardships and eventually earned their high school diploma.

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Tips to Prepare for the CMA Exam

Passing the Certified Medical Assistant exam is a major step for Medical Assistant students. Here are three tips on how to prepare for the CMA exam and stand out from the competition.

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Importance of Sensory Activities in Early Childhood Development

Sensory activities are essential in early childhood development and can help children develop important physical, mental, emotional, and social skills later in life. Learn how in this Student Life Blog post!

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