When considering any degree path, prospective students will wonder: How does the degree work? What can I expect? How will this degree be applicable to future careers? These questions are no exception for those interested in the field of public … Continue reading How Does an MPH Degree Work?
You cannot underestimate the impact that a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) has on growing families. Annual visits to the doctor become much more like milestones and achievements, when there are compassionate nurses there to receive kids and adults alike, year … Continue reading Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Salary Information
Stacey Evans, a graduate of Goodwin University’s Vision Care Technology program, had her first “ah-ha” moment in the Opticianry industry when she fitted a young boy for his first pair of glasses. His pupils needed dilating, and his parents were … Continue reading An Occupation in Opticianry: Providing patients with a new look and a clear perspective
Community health education is an important part of our world today. In fact, if the year 2020 has taught us anything, it is that community health education is a vital part of our society. The outbreak of COVID-19 – a … Continue reading The Importance of Community Health Education – and Where You Might Fit In
Mortuary science, commonly referred to as funeral services, is a unique and highly-rewarding career path. Funeral service workers have the opportunity to make an incredible impact in the lives of grieving families, providing counseling, empathy, and planning services when they … Continue reading Funeral Director and Mortician Job Outlooks in Connecticut
If you’re thinking of pursuing a nursing degree, you are probably considering all of your options. You probably want a program that can accommodate your busy life. You may want a nursing school that works with your existing schedule. Whether … Continue reading Evening and Night Classes for Nurses
As more nurses look to advance, pursuing a Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) can prove to be a great way to stay ahead of the curve. Connecticut is working toward an 80% BSN workforce, and, according to the American Association of … Continue reading Accelerated BSN Prerequisites, Explained
Nurses play a significant role in our healthcare systems and the quality of care that patients receive. Fortunately, the field of nursing is broad, meaning there are many different career paths within it, as well as many opportunities for growth. … Continue reading What Does a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Do?
Goodwin University nursing graduates, Theresa Macy and Sharon Kyc, both work at Hartford HealthCare as Registered Nurses in their home care division. Since graduating from Goodwin, the two women have had incredible success applying what they’ve learned in the classroom into … Continue reading Where are They Now? Goodwin Nursing Graduates – From finals week to working the frontlines
Disease outbreak and mitigation is a hot-button issue today — and for good reason. We’re living through a pandemic! However, COVID-19 is not the only one in recent history. Many individuals will remember the impacts of the HIV/AIDs epidemic, just a … Continue reading How to Become an Epidemiologist in Connecticut
Now more than ever, registered nurses have one of the most impactful and respected roles within the healthcare system. Nurses have the unique opportunity to help people in times of need, also making it one of the most rewarding careers … Continue reading The Benefits of a Part-Time Nursing Program
Nursing is the largest healthcare profession in the United States, with almost three million Registered Nurses employed throughout the nation. As a result, nurses have one of the most recognizable roles within the healthcare field. These are the people on … Continue reading 5 Healthcare Jobs Similar to Nursing that You Can Pursue at Goodwin
The impact that nurses have in today’s world is invaluable. They are on the frontlines of our healthcare systems every day, making a difference in patients’ and families’ lives. Nurses have an innate compassion for helping others, and often a … Continue reading How to Become a Family Nurse Practitioner in Connecticut
Advanced public health professionals work in a field that requires specialized training, under job titles like Epidemiologist, Sanitarian, Biostatician, Disaster and Emergency Specialist, and Public Health Director or Educator. Roles like these require a specific set of public health skills … Continue reading Master These Public Health Skills with an MPH
What does a Nurse Administrator, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Family Nurse Practitioner all have in common? The answer is simple: a Master’s degree in Nursing! Without a master’s level education, there is no way to safely practice in these advanced … Continue reading What is the Value of a Master’s Degree in Nursing?
Public health issues, big or small, affect every individual and community around the world. There is no greater example of this than the current public health emergency we are facing, COVID-19. This unprecedented global pandemic has affected every single person … Continue reading What to Expect from a Graduate Degree in Public Health
There are many branches of the nursing field and, as a result, many types of nurses out there. Two of the most common nursing careers today are Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Registered Nurses (RN). Both LPNs and RNs are … Continue reading Practical vs. Registered Nursing Programs: What’s the Difference?
Nursing is one of the most rewarding and respected careers today. Nurses have the opportunity to help people in need and make a real difference in the lives of their patients. Not to mention, there is great job security in … Continue reading How Long is Nursing School? A Timeline for Aspiring RNs
