What is the Difference Between a Primary Care Doctor and Family Nurse Practitioner?
Do you have a passion for the sciences, and a strong desire to help those in need? Both Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) and Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) spend their days helping patients and administering treatment to those in need. If … Continue reading What is the Difference Between a Primary Care Doctor and Family Nurse Practitioner?
6 Reasons to Transition from an LPN to RN
Nursing is, without a doubt, the heart and soul of the healthcare profession. At all levels, nurses care for patients and spend most of their days helping the sick and injured. Nearly every moment of a nurse’s career is dedicated … Continue reading 6 Reasons to Transition from an LPN to RN
Nursing 210 Students Promote Health, Safety, and Well-Being at Camp Woodstock
From July 12 to 16, 2021, eight students from Goodwin University’s Nursing 210 pediatric class, along with instructor Robin Cournoyer, completed their clinical experience at YMCA Camp Woodstock in North Woodstock, Connecticut. Established in 1922 and known as the “Friendship Camp,” … Continue reading Nursing 210 Students Promote Health, Safety, and Well-Being at Camp Woodstock
Misrepresentation and Misalignment: Developing a Structured Interview Guide with +1 UDL Representation Solutions
Misrepresentation and Misalignment: Developing a Structured Interview Guide with +1 UDL Representation Solutions By Rob LeGary, Jr., Director, Master of Education Program and Assistant Professor, Goodwin University One of the challenges I encountered in the Effective Classroom Environments course in … Continue reading Misrepresentation and Misalignment: Developing a Structured Interview Guide with +1 UDL Representation Solutions
Dental Hygienist vs. Registered Nurse: Which Caring Career is Right for You?
Dental hygiene and nursing are two in-demand and highly-rewarding professions. While they have distinct job functions, roles, and requirements, nurses and dental hygienists also have a lot in common. Both types of professionals work directly with patients to improve and … Continue reading Dental Hygienist vs. Registered Nurse: Which Caring Career is Right for You?
5 Exciting Mechatronics Careers You Can Achieve with a Certificate
Our world is going digital. Even though everything is “online,” there are still physical products that need to be produced. In fact, the rise of AI, automation, robotics, and other high-tech advancements in society means that we create more things … Continue reading 5 Exciting Mechatronics Careers You Can Achieve with a Certificate
Histotechnologist vs. Histotechnician: What is the Difference?
Histology, sometimes referred to as histologic science, is the study of microscopic tissues and cells in plants and animals. Within this field, professionals collect and prepare biological tissue samples that are then analyzed for abnormalities and disease. Histology is, therefore, … Continue reading Histotechnologist vs. Histotechnician: What is the Difference?
Can You Complete a Nursing Program Online?
In 2020, we experienced a nationwide shift to online learning—and many believe it is here to stay. According to new report from Inside Higher Ed, about 60 percent of colleges and universities do plan to keep some of their undergraduate … Continue reading Can You Complete a Nursing Program Online?
Is an Online College Right for Me?
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the world’s education system seemed to go virtual overnight. While it has taken time for some students and teachers to adjust, there have been many enjoying the cultural shift to online learning. What was once … Continue reading Is an Online College Right for Me?
Your Career: Telling Your Story from the Beginning of Your Job Search… to Your Goal!
Your Career: Telling Your Story from the Beginning of Your Job Search… to Your Goal! by Marty Levine, MA, SPHR, CPRW Goodwin University Career Specialist When working with our students and alumni, I always emphasize that they have a unique story … Continue reading Your Career: Telling Your Story from the Beginning of Your Job Search… to Your Goal!
Victoria’s Story: With Perseverance, Former Paramedic Becomes a Proud Nursing Professional
The statistical lifespan for a paramedic in a high call area like Hartford, Connecticut, is about three years. The stress is high, the emotional toll wears on the workers’ well-being, and the physical demand can be rigorous beyond repair. At … Continue reading Victoria’s Story: With Perseverance, Former Paramedic Becomes a Proud Nursing Professional
Going Back to School for a Career Change? What You Should Know
According to a new survey, over 82 percent of degree holders today feel that college was a great financial investment. However, the majority of these graduates also have some regrets. Specifically, over 60 percent of college graduates surveyed claim that … Continue reading Going Back to School for a Career Change? What You Should Know
Is your Quality Team really up to the task?
Is your Quality Team really up to the task? by Les Sinnock, Lead Quality Lab Technician, Goodwin University Now that we have passed through the eye of the needle and are coming out the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic, … Continue reading Is your Quality Team really up to the task?
Returning to Work: New World, New Rules, New Opportunities!
Many of us can recall the moment it happened. One day, we were living our lives, going through the motions as each moment passed, and the next, the Coronavirus put our professional (and personal) worlds on pause. All of us … Continue reading Returning to Work: New World, New Rules, New Opportunities!
Why Study Public Safety?
The field of public safety is dedicated to protecting and maintaining the welfare of the general public. After a year of turbulence in 2020, many Americans can appreciate now, more than ever, the importance of public safety. If you are … Continue reading Why Study Public Safety?
How to Find (and Get Into) a Public Health Graduate School
The public health field is filled with opportunities for those looking to make a difference in the world. While an advanced degree is not required for most entry-level public health positions today, it will open doors to many incredible and … Continue reading How to Find (and Get Into) a Public Health Graduate School
Examples of Organizational Leadership Careers, and Where You Might Fit In
A leadership title provides an individual with power in the hierarchical structure of an organization. Typically, a leader oversees employees or has other direct responsibilities for delivering success, whatever that may mean, depending on the function of the business. Organizational … Continue reading Examples of Organizational Leadership Careers, and Where You Might Fit In
What is General Studies?
For many people, attending college is a major milestone. Today, most of the top-paying careers in the United States require a college degree. And according to U.S. News, most families today consider college to be very important, with the biggest … Continue reading What is General Studies?