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What’s the Difference Between Bookkeeping & Accounting
You are a master at working with numbers and love the ups and downs of the financial world. You know you want to do something in that field, but need to figure out exactly what that is. Accountant and bookkeeper both seem doable, but they also sound like they’re different titles for the same job. Here’s what you need to know about their unique functions for a thriving business.
Oct 02, 2019
3 min read

How to Get Ready to Go Back to School
Here’s your guide to going back to school with Penn Foster.
Sep 25, 2019
7 min read

Figure Out What You Want to Go to School For
You want to go back to school but you’re not sure what kind of degree or diploma you should enroll in. Here are 4 tips for narrowing down your options.
Sep 17, 2019
6 min read

How to Transfer to Penn Foster
If you’re considering enrolling in a Penn Foster program, one of the biggest questions on your mind might be: can I transfer classes I’ve already finished at another school? You might not have to start your education from scratch if you have transcripts. Here’s how transferring to and from Penn Foster works.
Sep 03, 2019
6 min read

6 Secrets to Impress a Veterinary Practice Hiring Manager
You want to work with animals and make a difference. Working in the veterinary field is your dream, but you may be unsure of when and how to present your education and skills to potential employers at veterinary clinics. We sat down with Dr. James Hurrell, Director Emeritus of the Penn Foster Veterinary Academy to get some expert tricks for impressing vet clinic hiring managers!
Aug 29, 2019
6 min read

4 Myths About Going Back to School as an Adult
You have goals that you’ve wanted to accomplish for a long time, but it feels almost too late to make them a reality. After all, you’re too old to go back to school, right? The answer to that is absolutely not. Here’s why going back to school at any age is a smart move.
Aug 21, 2019
5 min read

How to Enroll in Online School
It’s back to school season and you’ve been considering taking the next step to further your education. However, a traditional school with strict deadlines and class times just isn’t going to work for you. Don’t let your goals go because you think you can’t make it work. Online schools like Penn Foster offer flexible classes you can do around your busy schedule. Here’s what you should know about enrolling.
Aug 14, 2019
4 min read

3 Secrets to Building A Medical Billing & Coding Career
You obviously want to be a medical biller and coder, but there’s more to being a successful professional than just starting a career. Here are three secrets about the profession you should know.
Aug 07, 2019
5 min read

Careers That Allow You to Work From Home
How can you start a career when finding a babysitter is always a struggle and the cost of professional childcare is more than what you make at work? If you’ve got an internet connection and a working computer, finding a job you can work remotely might be the right move for you. Here are the top work from home careers you can prepare for, all on your schedule.
Jul 30, 2019
5 min read

How Does Penn Foster Work?
Online classes seem like the best option for you to reach your goals while still living your life, taking care of work and family responsibilities. You’ve never done an online course before though, and you’re worried about what it’s like to study outside a traditional school setting. Here’s how enrolling and studying with Penn Foster works.
Jul 23, 2019
7 min read