Is it too late for me to get a psychology degree?
Question: Dear Psychologist: I am 33 years old graduate in mass communication and post graduate in mba. I always wanted to pursue psychology as a profession (counseling; guidance psychology) but...
View ArticleCan I take an online course while I am still in high school?
Question: Dear Guidance Counselor: I am a pretty good student in a high school but I don’t really like my guidance counselor. He doesn’t have much time for me. What I would like to do is take an online...
View ArticleThe VA’s Proposed Post 9/11 GI Bill Debt Collection Policy Change
Question: Is the VA changing their debt collection policy? — Josh M. Answer: In December 2011, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced its intention to withhold unpaid debts from veterans’...
View Article5 ways to celebrate Nurses Week
Question: I know Nurses Week is coming up, but I’m unsure about what that means. Will there be special events at the hospital or in the community? I just started nursing school this year at a community...
View ArticleIs an MBA worth it?
Question: Dear Judy: I have a decade’s worth of mid-level managerial experience. I am thinking about getting an MBA. Do you think it’s worth it at this point in my career? Sincerely, Future MBA Answer:...
View ArticleWhat can I do with a human services degree?
Question: Dear Psychologist, What is the difference between earning a degree in human services and earning a degree in social work? Are these two degree programs the same? Will they allow me to do...
View ArticleHow can I become a librarian?
Question: Dear Guidance Counselor, Do you need a college degree to become a librarian? Would it be the same degree necessary to become a teacher since the jobs are similar? I think this would be a good...
View ArticleWhat’s new in the GED?
Question: Dear Guidance Counselor, I work with high school drop outs (young adults) in a special job program. Some of these people want to take the GED and I want to help them in their goals. I heard...
View Article6 Top Tips to Maximizing Your Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Question: Are there some tips I can use to maximize my Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits? — Ellen A. Answer: Good question! There are several scholarship, grants and loans that can provide extra money for...
View ArticleIs home health nursing the job for you?
Question: I’ve worked in hospital nursing for the past decade. Do you think I can make a change to home health nursing? I know our inpatients have shorter stays than ever, and I’d like to try home...
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