“Every day I learn something new, and every day when I leave the school, I remember and retain what I’ve learned that day. That’s never happened to me before.” Those are the words of United Career Institute Irwin’s medical assisting student Haley Tinsley. Haley tried a few different avenues to higher education, including a few … Read more
The holidays are here and with them comes office parties, family events, and tasty cookies! Spending extra time with loved ones and finding amazing gifts you know your family will love is part of the holiday fun, but it can be hard to balance these extra activities when you have a school, work, and family … Read more
For all of us, there are things we want to accomplish in life and in our careers. Maybe your dream is to be the first one in your family to graduate from college. Or maybe you are unhappy in your current job and want to get into a new, more fulfilling career. Maybe you already … Read more
With school dances, holiday breaks, and classes with your best friends, being a senior in high school can be an awesome experience. You’ve made it so far and can see the finish line! For some, it can also be overwhelming and a little frightening. As you finish one journey and prepare for the next, the … Read more
When meeting with hiring managers and recruiters often, you only have one chance to make a positive first impression. However, a strong resume showing your skills and why you are the best choice for the job can help set you up for success before your interview. The way you present your education, skills, certifications, and … Read more
Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services has been established in the Uniontown area since 1969. Its current site coordinator is Mary Jane Miller, Lead Psychiatric Nurse. She says, “Our services operate primarily by providing outpatient mental health services to the community, including adult and children services. We at Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services agree not to discriminate in … Read more
Have you ever heard the saying, dress for the job you want, not the job you have? Dressing for success can help you make an awesome first impression and get your dream job, but how exactly do you do this? Anytime you meet someone new, they begin to evaluate and make assumptions about you based … Read more
When working to advance your career, LinkedIn is more valuable now than ever. With over 645 million users in more than 200 countries around the world, LinkedIn can help you get your dream job regardless of where you are or the type of job you want. LinkedIn is a combination of your living resume and … Read more
Creating a strong personal brand can advance your career by gaining the attention of potential employers and other professionals, but how do you create a strong personal brand? Personal branding gives you the opportunity to be known for anything you want by creating a specific image of yourself. Just like companies create brands to be … Read more
How Can Accelerated Training Benefit You? Do you want to start your career and get into your dream job faster? Are you interested in taking classes that teach you everything you need to know for your future career in less than two years, rather than spending four to six years in school? Then pursuing one … Read more
