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Medical assistant in blue scrubs on blue background.

Guide to Becoming a Medical Transcriptionist: Salary, FAQs, and Requirements

Not sure if medical transcription is the right career for you? In this blog, you’ll learn more about what a medical transcriptio...

Des Sinkevich

Oct 13, 2023

8 min read

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Sterile processing technician in PPE on blue background.

What Does a Sterile Processing Tech Do? (Duties, Salary, & FAQs)

Want to work in healthcare but not with patients? Enter the world of sterile processing technicians (SPTs), essential workers be...

Lauren Ambrosio

Aug 02, 2023

18 min read

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pharmacy technician in white lab coat on red and pink background.

Skills Every Pharmacy Technician Should Have

There are many skills that can help you get ahead in the growing Pharmacy Technician field. As a key player in the health care f...

Lauren Ambrosio

May 26, 2023

6 min read

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Man in blue scrubs on blue background.

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...

Lauren Ambrosio

May 09, 2023

7 min read

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What Can You Do With A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice?

A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice can help you prepare for a variety of law enforcement roles. As a criminal justice...

Des Sinkevich

Jan 11, 2023

8 min read

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Woman with fair skin and hair pulled back, wearing scrubs and holding a rabbit, demonstrating veterinary assistant duties

Your Veterinary Assistant Career Guide (Salary, Job Duties, & Requirements)

Veterinary assistants play an important role in vet clinics, specialty practices, and emergency care. It’s a rewarding job...

Des Sinkevich

Oct 27, 2022

16 min read

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How to Become an Admin Assistant

How to Become an Administrative Assistant (Career Guide)

Administrative assistants are often the backbone of a great business. The job involves more than just taking notes during meetin...

Des Sinkevich

Oct 17, 2022

10 min read

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How to Become a Preschool Teacher

How to Become a Preschool Teacher (6 Things to Know Before You Start)

If you love kids and working with them seems like it could be fulfilling, becoming a preschool teacher could be the perfect care...

Des Sinkevich

Oct 12, 2022

17 min read

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A woman with medium skintone and dark hair, wearing scrubs and holding out a clipboard and a pen, demonstrating medical assistant duties

Your Guide to Medical Assistant Duties

If you’re looking for an in-demand career that offers plenty of jobs opportunities and the chance to make a difference, be...

Des Sinkevich

Aug 24, 2022

11 min read

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What Is an HVAC Technician

If you’re searching for a new, rewarding, and well-paying career, you may have started researching jobs in the skilled tra...

Des Sinkevich

Aug 01, 2022

11 min read

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A woman with fair skin and dark hair wears scrubs and holds a small dog whose leg is wrapped

What Does a Veterinary Technician Do?

If you have a passion for helping animals and want a career that makes a difference, becoming a veterinary technician could be t...

Des Sinkevich

Jul 11, 2022

14 min read

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A woman wearing glasses looks at a chart on a piece of paper

Your Medical Billing & Coding Salary Guide

Medical billing and coding is a stable, in-demand job that can be perfect for those who enjoy working in an office setting with ...

Des Sinkevich

May 16, 2022

20 min read

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