Laura Amendola
Marketing Content Specialist
Laura Amendola started her Penn Foster Group career in 2015 in the Education department, where she worked closely with instructors to help students achieve their goals. She has a Bachelor's Degree in English Literature with a minor in Writing from Marywood University. Laura enjoys reading, snuggling with her cat, and recently has formed a love-hate relationship with cooking.
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How do Medical Assistant Office Hours Work and Are They Worth It?
Did you know that several Penn Foster instructors offer office hours for student support? Our medical assistant students have access to this interactive resource!
Rabies Pre-Exposure Vaccine: What Vet Tech Students Should Know
Are you interested in a career as a vet tech but are feeling apprehensive about the rabies vaccine? Get answers to your questions in this Q&A with Penn Foster Veterinary Director Megan Chadwick, CVT.
How Penn Foster’s Vet Tech Program Helped Jo Dsouza Balance Work, School, and His Passion for Animals
Penn Foster Veterinary Technician graduate Jo Dsouza shares his experience with Penn Foster’s online vet tech program and how it helped him achieve his professional goals.
How to Use AI in School Without Cheating: The Line Between Helpful Study Tools and Academic Dishonesty
Learn the difference between ethical and dishonest use of AI in schoolwork, from papers to exams, and how to use AI tools to help you study and improve your original work.
How to Thrive This Back-to-School Season
High school can be tough, and a new school year can feel daunting. Online school can help take away some of the pressure and anxiety back-to-school season can bring.
Are Online High School Diplomas Legitimate?
Are online high school diplomas legit? Will they help you reach your goals, like get hired for a job or earn a promotion that requires a high school diploma? Here's your guide to legitimate online high school diplomas.
Vet Tech vs Vet Nurse: Is There a Difference?
Learn about the link between vet techs and vet nurses and the name debate that rocks the veterinary world in this blog post.
Your Phlebotomy Technician Career Guide (Salary, Job Duties, & Requirements)
Are you interested in phlebotomy? Learn what a phlebotomy technician does and how to become one.
Which Healthcare Certifications Pay the Most? A Guide to Higher-Earning Medical Jobs Through Certification
Medical certifications can help you earn more and gain job stability. And you often don’t need a degree to get one. Here are the 10 healthcare certifications that pay well and you can start today.
Teen Stress Is Real: How to Handle School, Life, and Everything in Between
High School can be an incredibly stressful and overwhelming time. In this article, we dive into what stress is, whether it’s normal to experience it, and ways for teens to manage it.