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Roxanne Jul 19, 2020 413 views

In your opinion, has getting a certification in something made it easier and beneficial with getting a position with what was studied?

ive got alot of experience in medical billing / coding / collections ....will i make more with the cert?

#teamharper #adulted #medicalbillingandcoding #medcollections #july20

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Akshar Jul 18, 2020 517 views

Volunteering Opportunities

I like to volunteer Online, not sure how and where to start

Could you guide me #anyone

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Arianna Jun 19, 2020 1136 views

Is it too late to figure out what I want to do if I’m 12

I play tennis,I love shopping and anything related to fashion
My dream job is to be a #professional spy or detective. #fashion #professional

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Roxanne Jun 05, 2020 808 views

Starting school again was hard for financial reasons and being a single mom....has anyone else had to hold off on schooling due to financial reasons and how did you find a way to make things work?

Im a single mom and unsure how to start back up when i just lost my fulltime job and also need to find a job to pay for rent. #singlemomlife #career

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Roxanne Jun 05, 2020 659 views

im 37 and about to enter college again...whats the oldest someone has started back and what was the most difficult part of attending college courses for you?

ive been in the medical field but most recent position was in manufacturing. #unsurewhattodo

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Jersey Apr 06, 2020 1470 views

Is an associates degree in biology able to transfer into a physical therapy program at a university?

I’ll be starting at my local community college in the fall and want to make sure that I’m on the right path as to where to go after this. I plan on becoming a physical therapist and my dream would be to work with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility patients like myself, and other hypermobility...

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Tulsi Mar 19, 2020 748 views

What courses involve psychology and pharmaceutical-psychology? What colleges offer these courses?

I have completed my bachelors and masters in pharmaceutical from India. And after moving in USA l’m looking for further study in psychology and psychology-pharmaceutical combine course. Which have future growth in jobs market too. #psychology #psychology-pharmaceutical #great growth in job...

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xica Feb 25, 2020 558 views

what is making you change?

#college #career-counseling #college-major

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justin Feb 24, 2020 517 views

how much does brick lane start off at?

#money #design #entrepreneur

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Trayvon Feb 10, 2020 488 views

What make brick laying organize?

I'm 19 year old I'm interested in brick laying due to it being a organize environment , how many step does it take? #career

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Anjali Feb 04, 2020 659 views

How to get involved in the non-profit sector?

I plan to apply to jobs in the nonprofit sector post-graduation for my gap year. Should I do unpaid internships before then? #internship #internship #nonprofit #job-search

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Anjali Feb 04, 2020 650 views

How do I know if my CNA license is still valid?

I became a CNA in Illinois in May 2017, worked for a private PRN company during the summer of 2018. I know there's some rule about working at least one shift every 2 years to keep your license but I've never gotten anything in the mail to tell me if my license is expiring soon or not. Any...

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Anjali Feb 04, 2020 965 views

How to stay healthy while abroad?

While in the states I was able to work out for free at my University's Gym. Unfortunately, there is no free gym where I am studying abroad. Should I dish out the money for a gym? Take up running? Pay for individual yoga classes? Thoughts?

#study-abroad #gym #health #college #travel #madrid #help

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Anjali Feb 04, 2020 607 views

How to make the most out of my Gap Year?

I am a junior pre-med student and plan on taking 1 Gap Year. I have already taken my MCAT and don't feel like I need to retake it. I also have experienced research throughout college and don't have the passion to continue with that. I am a finance major and am considering using that degree to...

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Anjali Feb 04, 2020 783 views

What's the best advice for someone studying abroad?

I am studying abroad in Madrid, Spain this semester. I would love to hear anyone's advice or opinions! Specifically, some topics that have interested me are: traveling on a budget, learning Spanish/Spanish fluency, making/keeping friends abroad, and time management. #study-abroad #college...

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Kelly Feb 01, 2020 781 views

Does Junior High Spanish count towards one year of foreign language for colleges?

Some colleges I know recommend four years of a foreign language in high school, but does that mean all four years or just up to the fourth level of a language (spanish 4)? #foreign-languages

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makayla Jan 29, 2020 813 views

what do social workers do

hey there hows your day mine bad as ever #social-work #social-worker

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Atosha Jan 27, 2020 488 views

what education level needed for a good job

I have a high school diploma and I am try to get a certificate #career

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Dylan Aug 30, 2019 468 views

What is the hardest thing about becoming a painter after finishing your trade?

#Construction #labor

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Gabrielle Jul 11, 2019 534 views

Should I pursue psychiatry or another mental health career?

Currently, I'm a sophomore on the pre-med track to medical school due to my interest in such careers as psychiatry, obstetrics/gynecology, family medicine, etc. (honestly, who knows). For the sake of this question, let's say I know I want to pursue a mental health career and would become a...

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Gabrielle Jul 11, 2019 562 views

How do I choose the right mental health career for me?

I'm interested in understanding the differences between a clinical social worker, a licensed professional counselor, a clinical psychologist, and a psychiatrist. I’m particularly interested in understanding their different approaches or philosophies towards treating mental health. Currently,...

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Kaylee Oct 17, 2018 1200 views

How do you balance your family and faith life within the chaotic and busy event planning industry?

#event #planning # #event-planning #time #management #balance #career #future #business #familylife

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Kaylee Oct 17, 2018 897 views

How can I unlearn perfectionism or use it for good in the career field of event planning?

I need to unlearn my perfectionism. From my career path in the event planning field, I have lived by the mundane details and the desires to deliver flawless projects, proposals, and ideas. I always carry away deep into my projects and tasks by using all my energy and motivation which drains...

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Kaylee Oct 17, 2018 964 views

What is the best way to prepare for studying abroad in Spain for a full semester?

My desire to study abroad stems from wanting to learn the language of Spanish, to travel and see the sights, to re-model myself to see new approaches of lifestyles and to develop and make personal growth with lifetime memories. I might be intimidated to let go of my normal day to day routine as...

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Danielle Sep 18, 2018 847 views

What spending habits could I use to spend less money?

#college #money #college-advice #help

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Danielle Sep 18, 2018 633 views

In art school, what should I look out for?

#art #fine-art #college #design

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K Sep 11, 2018 1689 views

Double Major in Psychology & Nutrition?

So, I’m a senior in college & I’m now questioning all of my life decisions. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE psychology. But I’m just now realizing throughout the years I’ve always had such a strong passion for nutrition & I don’t know what to do. My original plan was to go to grad school & get my...

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Brianna Aug 31, 2018 842 views

Can I get come advice for pre med?

I’m nervous about pre med programs, because I’ve heard they’re very rigorous and I have a track record of having a bad memory. I can work hard but I’d just like to be more prepared for pre med in college. #pre-med #college

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Brianna Aug 31, 2018 699 views

Is there a way for me to add a minor on the common application?

I’ve managed to get established my psychology major and my interest in pre med, but I don’t know if I can add an art minor or if I should submit a portfolio for my minor. I’m applying to 11 schools and I’d just like to make it clear I intend to be involved at whatever school I attend....

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Samantha Aug 26, 2018 570 views

How do I determine which college is best for me?

How do I pick the right school?
#college #school

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Martin Aug 21, 2018 602 views

How do I start makinrg friends at school?

What are the best ice breakers?
#college #experiences

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al Aug 13, 2018 667 views

How do Kids going to college now keep a work/life/school balance?

Does anyone have stories of them pushing the limit has that helped you find balance? #stress

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al Aug 13, 2018 544 views

What are the best ways to get scholarships.

Does anyone know reliable sites or places that I have the best chance of getting a scholarship.
#curious

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Kyle Jul 31, 2018 722 views

Where can I find scholarships for Criminal Justice?

I've tried looking for scholarships for Criminal Justice, I've found about three, but all of them have either passed or I do not fit the requirements that the scholarship asks for.
#CriminalJustice
#LawSchool #scholarships #financial-aid #scholarship #law-enforcement

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Jillian May 30, 2018 694 views

What are some internships involved with animation or illustration?

I'm studying to go into the animation field, along with concept art. Does anyone know of companies that have internships for those just starting out?
#art #artist #animation #internship #illustration

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Jillian May 30, 2018 703 views

What are the best student loans to apply for?

I'm starting to apply for loans and want to find out which ones will have good interest rates and come from trusted places.
#loans #student-loans #student

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Mason May 21, 2018 617 views

What are good programming or computer science projects to do over the summer

I have few years of experience working with object oriented languages but want to know what kind of projects would really help me get better at programming or what kind of projects make me more of an appealing applicant for a college or job.
#summer

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Mason May 21, 2018 623 views

What is the best minor to have with Computer Science as a major

While my career choice would be to become a video game programmer, I'm open to suggestions that would benefit other programming fields as well. Also, I would be interested to know what kind of minors that companies have an eye for in programming jobs in general.
#majors-and-minors

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Emily May 21, 2018 616 views

How can I study abroad with a Neuroscience major?

All of my classes are going to be very science based and I'm not sure how I could fit Studying Abroad into my schedule since the country I want to go to does offer very many science courses through my schools program. #study-abroad #neuroscience

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Emily May 21, 2018 913 views

Are 18 credit hours in a semester a lot?

I'm going to be a college Freshman in the fall and I found out because of my major, I will have to take18 credit hours my first semester. Are there any tips on managing time or advice from anyone's personal experience out there? #student #job #professors #school #timemanagement

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Bradley May 12, 2018 514 views

What are a few ways to get in state tuition if you don't happen to live in the state at the moment?

So I live in Illinois where colleges are super expensive. I am all in for going out of my way to save money, but I am not sure what the best way to do it would be. I've heard that if my house was under my dad's name, then I could rent a place in North Carolina and have the apartment under my...

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Bradley May 12, 2018 630 views

Do you think it is smart to go into journalism as a major even if I just have a passion for writing about sports?

So I am currently a junior who is a big sports geek. I love many sports, although I can not play any right now. I currently have a concussion and have had one since March 18, of 2017. The sports I was playing in high school were soccer and basketball. I was a better soccer player than...

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Kayla May 09, 2018 582 views

How do I take all the prerequisites I need, but not get overwhelmed?

Currently, I am planning out my fall and spring semester college classes. In order to complete all my prerequisites needed for my major, I need to take many difficult classes in the same semester. In times like these, I often get overwhelmed, which impacts my academic performance. I would like...

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Kayla May 09, 2018 758 views

How do I continue to stay focused while studying?

When I am studying, I often find my mind drifting to other less important topics. It is difficult to stay focused on the subject at hand for long periods of time. In order to perform better academically, I need to reassess my study techniques and find a way to stay focused. #studying...

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Marco May 09, 2018 489 views

Where are reliable places I can look for internships?

I just wanted to start looking for some before I started school and was just wondering which websites are the best.
#internships

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Marco May 08, 2018 596 views

What are some important skills to have as a film major?

What can I do to position myself as of right now before I go on to film school in order to set myself up to what to expect.
#film

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Caroline May 06, 2018 685 views

Potential Scholarships

What are some scholarships I can apply to? #collegeisexpensive #wothit

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Caroline May 06, 2018 942 views

Social Work

What is your best piece of advice for those going beginning their Master's in Social Work? #grad-school #graduate-school #masters #social-work

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Caroline May 06, 2018 576 views

What are the most important qualities employers look for in interviewees?

I have many interviews coming up for internships and potential jobs, and I want to know how to "wow" everyone I interview with. #employment-opportunities #bethebest

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Erykah Apr 26, 2018 1038 views

How can I have better professional conversations?

I'm a pretty good talker between friends and in casual settings but haven't really had a chance to flex my professional speaking skills. In terms of future internship employers and professors, what are some good, non invasive topics to carry easy conversation? #professional-development...

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