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Careers in the medical field may help you get ahead as a single mom

June 14, 2011

Being a single mother is a full-time position in itself. Just trying to get through all the chores and cooking can be a hassle - and if you're got a job on top of all that, you might feel like you never have time to just relax with your family. If you could find a way to land a better-paying job in order to have adequate time to do all of the other important things in your life, wouldn't you do it?…

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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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