Archive | 2011

Exciting career paths for working moms

June 9, 2011

Going back to school will require some changes to your family life, but taking the plunge can be worth it. If you want to better your professional options by going back to college, make sure you look for a profession that will help you stay on top of your financial responsibilities while you're working towards a career you can be successful in.…

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Divorce may open your eyes to a bright new future

June 8, 2011

Are you recently divorced and now faced with the challenges of being a single mom without a college degree? According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2010 the divorce rate in America was 3.4 per 1,000 people, making this a real concern for many parents in today's society.
Pursing a degree to better your situation could be a positive experience during this difficult time, as you may have the opportunity to study a subject you've always been drawn to in the past.…

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Finding time to study as a single mom

June 6, 2011

Working towards your degree as a single mom? This can be a stressful time if you have to worry about your family, work and staying on top of your assignments all at the same time. Always check with your school to see if they have financial aid for moms like yourself. Once you've found college scholarships to help with class costs, you'll need to plan ahead to to get your school work done.…

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Earning a nursing degree and balancing motherhood – yes, it’s possible

June 3, 2011

It's safe to say that a mom's duties are somewhat similar to that of a nurse - after all, both jobs require cleaning wounds, determining illnesses and finding remedies to aid others. With all this experience at your fingertips, why not consider going back to school for your nursing degree?
Nursing may at first seem like a difficult and frenzied career path, but as a mom, it's likely you already understand the concept of multitasking and staying organized - many of the key components needed in order to earn such a degree.…

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Earning a college degree as a mom

June 1, 2011

Always wanted a college degree but motherhood kept you busy through the years? For many busy moms, working towards a bachelor's degree may be easier than you think.
One way to cut back on the stress is to take classes online. This is one degree option that gives you the freedom to study when the kids are in school, or commit to two hours of homework a night after they go to bed.…

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