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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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May 20, 2021
What Does It Take to Be a Psychologist?
Understanding the qualities and skills needed to be a psychologist is fundamental to understanding the profession. Some of these will come naturally, others take honing. Knowing your own strengths and weaknesses and finding a balance will be a focus for any aspiring psychologist. That is why it is essential to consider the distinctions between skills ...
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May 18, 2021
What’s the Difference Between Clinical Psychology and Counseling Psychology?
According to a survey from the National Science Foundation, there were 3.5 million people in the United States in 2017 who held a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Among those individuals, 14 percent pursued graduate degrees in the field. That means approximately 499,000 people have been tasked with the judgment call of joining a clinical psychology or ...
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May 13, 2021
The Negative Effects of Technology on Children
From smartphones and social media to TV and tablet-based toys, today’s kids are constantly inundated by technology. While it’s important for children and teens to develop an aptitude for technology, after all, they will use computers their whole lives, too much technology use can have detrimental health and physical effects. The negative effects on children’s ...
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May 11, 2021
The Importance of Teaching Technology to Children
From checking our emails on the go, to having groceries delivered right to our doorsteps, we constantly use technology to enrich, expand, and simplify our lives. By harnessing high-tech solutions to everyday problems, we’ve brought countless improvements into our homes, our workplaces, and the society we live in — so why should the classroom be ...
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May 6, 2021
Should I Get a Certificate or a Master's Degree?
Achieving a bachelor’s degree is a great feat. After graduating college, you can take your education to the next level by enrolling into a master’s degree program or obtaining a graduate certificate. The differences between getting a master’s degree vs. a graduate certificate are characterized by cost, time, courseload, and career benefits. Both options are ...
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April 29, 2021
Will Military Service Help Me Get into College? And Other Common Questions for Veterans Considering College
Applying to college can be a daunting process, especially for applicants who are faced with the additional challenge of transitioning successfully from military to civilian life. However, military experience can also be an asset to college applicants. Regardless of which branch you have served, your military background can help to distinguish and strengthen your application. ...
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April 27, 2021
Scholarship Options for Children and Grandchildren of Military Veterans
Are you the child, grandchild, spouse, or family member of a U.S. military Veteran or servicemember? If so, you may qualify for valuable scholarships that can shave thousands of dollars off your college expenses. Combined with military tuition assistance, tuition discounts, and/or other sources of financial aid, military dependent scholarships can make higher education affordable and ...
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April 20, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions: California Teaching Credentials
Teaching has the potential to be a rewarding, fulfilling, and flexible career. Today’s educators have countless opportunities to inspire some of tomorrow’s brightest young minds. In California, where educators are paid more than in almost any other U.S. state, a teaching career can also be financially attractive. If you’re considering a career in education, read on to ...
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April 8, 2021
Eye on the Prize: Tips for Staying Motivated in College
Let’s face it: staying motivated can be a challenge. Whether we’re trying to lose weight, quit smoking, learn a new language, or just finish that book we’ve been meaning to read, there are times when we feel like we don’t have the drive to follow through and achieve our goals. Whether it’s too much stress, ...
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April 1, 2021
Time Management Tips, Tools, and Apps for Adult Learners
Time management is an essential skill that every student can benefit from mastering. On the surface, it seems deceptively simple — just keep an eye on the calendar, right? — but once the assignments begin to pile up, the difficulty starts to increase. For students who are raising children, going to work, serving in the ...
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March 25, 2021Computer Science vs. Computer Engineering: What's the Difference?
According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the computer and information technology sector is growing at a faster pace than most fields. With burgeoning job growth of 15 percent projected over the period spanning 2021 to 2031, IT and computing is rapidly emerging as one of the nation’s hottest, most in-demand industries. ...
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February 23, 2021
Best Degrees for Work from Home Careers
As technology grows both more powerful and more portable, greater numbers of Americans are choosing to work from home — an employment trend that’s only been spurred by the COVID-19 outbreaks of 2020. While there’s no question that the work from home “trend” is here to stay, the real question for job-seekers is, what are ...
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October 5, 2020
Can You Transfer Online College Credits?
In the decades since online learning emerged, colleges and universities have been able to refine their online curriculum to make it more engaging and accessible to students, giving them an education that is on par with what they would learn in an in-person education setting. With the rise of online education, many of the questions ...
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October 1, 2020
What to Know About Transferring Old College Credits
If you’re considering returning to school after some time away, you may be able to transfer your college credits, helping you earn a new degree faster. By transferring credits to your new school, you can avoid redundant courses that cover subjects you’re already familiar with. That gives you the freedom and flexibility to earn your ...
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September 28, 2020Associate's Degree vs Bachelor's Degree
If you’re on the fence about getting a bachelor’s or associate degree, we’re here to help. There are various advantages associated with both degree programs, and the best degree depends heavily on the individual. Here, we’ll talk about the key differences between an Associate’s degree vs Bachelor’s degree program to help you decide the best ...
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September 24, 2020
3 Reasons to Go Back to School After Dropping Out
Returning to school after being out for any length of time is no easy task. However, if you dropped out of college in the past, you may have some concerns about the process of re-enrolling and how to set yourself up for success. First, it’s important to understand that dropping out of college is not ...
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September 10, 2020Best Online Undergraduate Degrees
Earning an online undergraduate degree is more than just a personal accomplishment — it’s also an investment in your future. To get the best possible return on your investment, you should choose an in-demand degree that will help you build a satisfying, stable, and lucrative career. But with so many career paths to consider, how ...
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September 7, 2020
Most Employable Master’s Degrees
A master’s degree empowers you to advance in your field, dive deeper into a niche of your industry, or even change careers altogether. Perhaps even more importantly for ambitious professionals, a master’s degree can also unlock substantial increases in your earning potential. For instance, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) reported that professionals ...
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