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In Demand Careers

In Demand Technology Business and Creative Careers for 2023

As we prepare for a new year, you may be adding “start a new career” to your list of resolutions for 2023. But what ...

Des Sinkevich

Jan 06, 2023

16 min read

10 Reasons to Become a Certified Wedding Planner

10 Reasons to Become a Certified Wedding Planner

The flowers, the lighting, the table settings – there’s nothing quite like a beautifully designed wedding. Now imagine a career ...

Des Sinkevich

Jun 23, 2022

5 min read

Woman using color palette and digital design tools.

Layout Your Future with an Online Interior Design Program

A career as an interior designer can be fun, creative, and full of possibilities. Interior designers have the unique opportunity...

Autumn Granza

May 23, 2022

3 min read

Woman designing dress using dress form.

5 Reasons Why Dressmaking and Design May Suit You

If you’re interested in pursuing a creative career, want to start a side hustle, or even just learn a fun hobby, learning more a...

Des Sinkevich

May 12, 2022

4 min read

Woman setting up decor for wedding.

Wedding Planner Graduate Grows Her Business

Carly Okoth knew a career diploma would give her a leg up in the wedding planning industry. Since graduating from Penn Foster, s...

Autumn Granza

Mar 08, 2021

3 min read

Two women reviewing designs on tablet.

Why Should I Get a Degree in Interior Design?

If you want to become a professional interior designer, you may have questions about what steps you need to take in order to get...

Penn Foster

Mar 04, 2021

3 min read

Woman on phone call in front of small laptop.

Guide to Becoming an Event Planner

In this guide to becoming an event planner, learn how to get certified, what you can do with an event planning certification, an...

Nicole Krempasky

Dec 09, 2020

A person sits on a chair in a creative studio, light filled studio, working on a computer

Should I Become A Graphic Designer?

Graphic designers combine art and technology to create images for a variety of uses, from compelling website images to print ads...

Des Sinkevich

Jun 23, 2020

3 min read

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Picture Your Creative Future with a Graphic Design Degree

You’ve dreamt of using your love of art and design to build a career, but weren’t sure you could have a stable job i...

Des Sinkevich

May 08, 2019

5 min read

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Graphic Design vs Web Design: Which Career Is Right for You?

Both web and graphic design offer plenty of opportunities and room for growth, and knowing the key differences between the two c...

Penn Foster

Oct 05, 2016

2 min read

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Benefits of Having a Graphic Design Degree

While having a degree isn't absolutely necessary to become a graphic designer, earning your graphic design degree may have more ...

Penn Foster

Sep 29, 2016

2 min read

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How to Become an Interior Designer

Do you have a creative streak that you'd like to put to work? Apply your eye for detail and love of design into a career by beco...

Penn Foster

Jul 06, 2016

4 min read