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At National University, we strive to make higher education accessible to all adult learners. View our blog articles below that provide insights and information to help navigate your education path.
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August 8, 2019Criminalistics: Adding a Specialization to Your Master in Forensic Science Online
Not all superheroes wear capes. Some of them wear lab coats. If your superpower is science (either chemistry or biology at the undergraduate degree level), you could be joining the fight against crime and solving real-world mysteries with a master in forensic science online degree specializing in criminalistics at National University. The criminalistics specialization of ...
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August 5, 2019Careers in Human Resource Management
Most new employees will pass through a company’s human resources (HR) office for applying, interviewing, and onboarding. For others, the HR department is the end goal. A career in human resource management can take you in many directions and into companies and organizations of all types and sizes. This article will lay the groundwork for ...
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August 1, 2019On the Job: Performance Psychology
Have you ever wondered how your favorite baseball player felt as they approached the field, bat in hand? Are you curious about how the MVP in your favorite sport is able to consistently reach peak performance? Lauren Abarca, mental conditioning coach for the New York Yankees, had the very same thoughts, which led her to ...
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July 29, 2019How to Become a Probation Officer
The criminal justice system has many branches, all of which work together to ensure that the process of justice is served from beginning through end. One aspect of criminal justice focuses on a specific point in the process: parole or probation. This is a period of court-ordered supervision of an offender after they are released ...
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July 25, 2019Ask the Expert: What's On TV vs. What You Really Learn in a Master’s in Forensic Science Online
When you have a question, it’s always best to turn to a subject matter expert for answers. In our blog series, Ask An Expert, National University staff, faculty members, and alumni take turns answering challenging questions in their areas of expertise. This time we ask forensic scientist Stephanie Shappee about what’s on TV vs. what ...
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July 22, 2019What Is the Study of Human Behavior?
Consider these scenarios: an office with under-motivated employees is struggling to maintain team momentum, an ex-offender is trying to get a new start, a young manager is experiencing difficulties with leadership, a community is in need of a program to encourage healthy behavior in teens, a nonprofit organization is trying to craft a philanthropic appeal. ...
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July 18, 2019What Is a Psychology Degree?
Are you fascinated by the workings of the human mind? Have you found yourself wishing you had the right skills to help someone navigate through serious emotional problems? Perhaps mental health challenges have touched someone you love and you have seen first-hand how professional help can make all the difference to recovery. Have you ever ...
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July 15, 2019Ask an Expert: Why Is It Important to Attend an Accredited College?
When you’re selecting a college or university, one of the things you should consider is if a school is accredited or not, and by whom. This becomes even more important if you’ve previously attended college and are looking to return to the classroom.
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July 8, 2019What is Criminal Justice Administration?
The word “justice” often conjures images of spandex-clad superheroes saving the day from masked evil-doers. In reality, the field of criminal justice is full of everyday heroes, from police officers and forensic scientists to child welfare caseworkers. They keep our streets safe, keep our communities running, and stand up for what’s right when things go ...
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July 4, 2019How to Become an EMT in California
Are you calm under pressure? Is helping others at the top of your career considerations? Are you interested in a job that is less than routine? You might make a great emergency medical technician (EMT), and if you live in California, you may be wondering how to become an EMT in California. Most of us ...
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July 1, 2019Preparing for the CSET Multiple Subject Test
Passing the CSET Multiple Subject test is on the mind of many future teaching professionals hoping to acquire a multiple subject teaching credential in California — and it can seem like a daunting task. Covering a range of subjects including math, history, and social science, the purpose of the CSET Multiple Subject exams is to ...
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June 27, 2019Beyond the Classroom: The Online Master’s Programs at National University
You know that for your chosen career path, having advanced education beyond a bachelor’s degree may be a requirement, or at least strongly encouraged when it comes to your future earning potential. Once you are focused on career advancement through higher education, the next step is to choose the right program and the right university ...
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June 24, 2019
Ask an Expert: How Can Cybersecurity Be Improved?
When you have a difficult question, it’s always best to turn to a subject matter expert for answers. In our blog series, Ask An Expert, National University faculty take turns answering challenging questions in their areas of expertise. In this post, we put the focus on cybersecurity. We asked Professor Bill Reid, the Academic Program ...
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June 20, 2019What Is Developmental Psychology?
What is developmental psychology, and why is it worth studying? Dr. Brian Tilley, Associate Professor of Psychology at National University, defines psychology as “The study of humanity.” Developmental psychology takes this simple but eloquent definition and pushes the boundaries of our understanding by applying it to the entire spectrum of the human story. So, in reality, ...
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June 17, 2019What Can You Do With a Master's in Gerontology?
Gerontology is a special study aimed at understanding the effects of aging on elderly adults. At National University, students can earn their master’s in gerontology online, opening the door to many career opportunities. Gerontology is one of the fastest growing employment sectors in the United States; if this is an area of study that interests ...
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June 13, 2019How to Choose: Criminal Justice Administration Degree or a Juvenile Justice Degree?
You’re interested in preventing or solving crimes involving youth or adults. Finding a rewarding justice career at the local, state, or federal level is possible but which is the best fit — a broad criminal justice focus or narrower juvenile justice focus? In this article, we’ll detail the differences and specifically focus on National University’s ...
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June 10, 2019Get to Know the Veterans Center at National!
Plenty of colleges and universities have a Veterans center – a place where a Veteran can use a computer, contact the VA office or find out a bit more about GI benefits. But there is at least one thing that separates the Veteran Center at National University’s Spectrum Campus in San Diego from the others ...
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June 6, 2019Launching Your Career As a Certified Nurse Anesthetist
For nearly two centuries, anesthesia has been used to increase the safety and comfort of patients during a wide variety of medical procedures. With the demand for healthcare services on the rise, this aspect of patient care is more critical than ever before. To meet this growing need, an increasing number of nurses are pursuing ...
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