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Increasing your earning potential—the amount of money you can make for the work you do—takes time. It also takes work and planning. If you’re looking to earn more at your current job or are hoping to qualify for a new position that pays more, try these ideas to help you get there.

Charter schools have gained a lot of attention in national news, but many find defining what they truly are a little complicated. While determining what kind of education is best for your child can feel like a daunting task, we did some research for you so you better understand what a charter school is, and where Penn Foster sits as a type of school option.

Can you help your child learn from home? Yes! Here's how.

Let’s face it: life can get pretty hectic sometimes. When this happens, we forget that chores and responsibilities aren’t the only things that exist. We know that stepping back to take time to immerse ourselves in the things we love is fun. Unfortunately, we sometimes forget what it is we like doing and how it can improve our lives. Here’s how you can reconnect or pick up a new hobby, and how it can make a positive impact on your life!

You’ve dreamed of working in the medical field, but aren’t sure where to start. There are a lot of choices that can sometimes be confusing, like the difference between a medical assistant and medical office administrator. Penn Foster can help you decide which program and career is right for you.

Being laid-off can feel like a giant setback, but getting back up-and-running after losing a job isn’t as far out of reach as you’d think. Here’s our best advice on how to face this challenge head-on by reviewing your options, creating a plan, and most importantly, kicking your self-doubt to the curb.

You might be used to studying with textbooks you can hold in your hands, but if you're an online student your classes may come with ebooks. Here's how to adapt to studying with electronic texbooks.

Graphic designers combine art and technology to create images for a variety of uses, from compelling website images to print ads in magazines. Design is a critical component to marketing products, services, and creating a brand in almost every industry, so skilled graphic artists can find work in a number of fields. If you’ve been thinking about a career in graphic design, here’s what you should know.

If you’re considering finishing or furthering your education but don’t want to be tied down to a regular schedule that demands you to go into a classroom each week, online classes could be the perfect fit for you. Before getting started, here’s everything you should know about Penn Foster.

Becoming a private investigator often starts with earning your high school diploma. From there, depending on the state you live in, you’ll pursue training and education, gain on-the-job work experience, and apply for a license. If you’re detail-oriented and love solving problems, this could be the career for you. This is what you need to know about becoming a private investigator.