Des Sinkevich
Content Strategist
Des Sinkevich has been with Penn Foster since 2015, helping students learn more about potential career paths and how to succeed in online school. Through hundreds of blogs, from articles about study tips to information on how to prepare for in-demand jobs, she's dedicated to giving our students the tools they need to reach their goals. Des holds a B.A. in English Writing from the University of Pittsburgh which has helped her create the content you're reading today and, when she's not writing, she's reading!
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All Blogs by Des Sinkevich
Your Medical Billing & Coding Salary Guide
If you’re looking for a remote job with decent starting salary, want to work in the healthcare industry, or just want to start a new career in general, working in medical billing and coding could be right for you. This blog covers what you need to know about medical coding salary and more.
How Kendall Earned Her Degree in 17 Months While Working Full Time
Kendall, a Penn Foster employee and graduate, first enrolled to get a better understanding of what our students experience – and then she completed both her associates and bachelor’s degrees. In this blog, she shares her story and tips for success and time management.
How Online Vet Tech School Helped Madison Take Control of Her Future
Madison, a current online vet tech student, was working as a kennel technician and feeling stuck when she enrolled in school. In this blog, she shared her story, including her advice to others who may be nervous about taking the next step toward reaching their own goals!
Fear Free Certification for Penn Foster Vet Tech Students
Fear Free certification can be a helpful credential on any vet tech resume. In this blog, learn more about what Fear Free certification is and how to get it as a student.
How to Become a Preschool Teacher (2026 Guide)
Becoming a preschool teacher involves education, hands-on training, certification, and more. In this blog, we break down everything you need to know about being a preschool teacher in 2026.
How to Become a Medical Lab Assistant: Step-by-Step Roadmap (Skills, Externships, Exams & Career Outlook)
Interested in a rewarding new career in healthcare? Learn how to become a medical lab assistant, including job duties, required skills, training options, certification steps, and salary outlook in this blog.
Real Grads, Real Stories: How Amanda Rewrote Her Story with Penn Foster
32-year-old mom of three, Amanda, knew she had to get her high school diploma and overcame self-doubt and balanced a busy life to make it happen. Learn more about her journey, her advice for other students, and what it felt like to finally get that diploma as an adult.
How To Find A Job After Being Laid Off
Getting laid off never feels good. In fact, it may lead you to panic. What are you going to do? How will you pay your bills? What does this mean for your career? If you’ve been laid off or think you may be getting laid off soon, take a moment to breathe and then consider your next steps. If you’re not sure where to start, here’s your guide to finding a new job after you’ve been laid off.
CPC Exam Guide: Requirements, Costs, and Tips to Pass on Your First Try
Interested in becoming a certified medical coder but a little worried about the CPC exam? Here’s everything you need to know about the AAPC’s CPC exam, from test requirements and formatting to how to best prepare to pass on your first try!
What Does a Sterile Processing Tech Do? (Duties, Salary, & FAQs)
Want to work in healthcare but not with patients? This blog will cover what you need to know about becoming a sterile processing technician including salary, training, and more!