Administrative Assistant Professional: Set Yourself Apart from the Rest!
By Kris Powers | September 4th 2019
Administrative assistants perform a variety of clerical duties and office tasks. Contact Ed4Career today to learn how our training can set you apart from the competition!
Drug & Alcohol Counselor Professional Program: How you can make a difference!
By Kris Powers | August 21st 2019
Drugs and alcohol are unfortunately becoming a more prevalent problem in our society today. Statistics showed that there were more than 19.7 million people in America (aged 12 and older) that were suffering from a substance abuse disorder in 2017. 74% of those adults struggled with alcohol abuse, while 38% struggled with illicit drug abuse. It also revealed that one in eight adults in the United States struggled with both a drug and alcohol addiction concurrently. Of the over twenty million Americans that needed substance abuse treatment in 2017, only about 19% of them received treatment. Do we have your attention?
How can you help?
What is a Career Training Program?
By Kris Powers | July 31st 2019
Career training that leads to professional certification can give individuals a leg up on employment or advancement in their career field. Read more to learn how career training can benefit you!
What Makes You Unique?
By Kris Powers | June 19th 2019
We have many qualities within us that make us unique. How we approach situations, problem solve, learn, apply that knowledge, prioritize tasks and manage our time. Our unique abilities affect every aspect of our lives. Read more to discover what makes you unique and how to apply that to the job of your dreams!
Advice for Parents Going Back to School
By Kris Powers | May 15th 2019
How do you carve out the time for career training or taking courses for degree completion? It might be a little difficult, but it is NOT impossible! We've come up with a few steps to get you started.
The Importance of Doing What You Love
By Kris Powers | April 17th 2019
Finding a career that brings you happiness, and that can provide the needed income to support yourself, is indeed possible.
4 Steps Closer to a Career You'll Love
By Kris Powers | March 20th 2019
Do you dread going to work every day? Does something feel “off” in your current job? Here are four strategies that’ll help you decide if it’s just a "slump" or if it's time to pursue a different career.
6 Tips to Become a Better Listener
By Kris Powers | February 6th 2019
Steven Covey once said, “Most people do not listen with the intent to understand, they listen with the intent to reply”. Active listening is a gift. The more that we stop and fully engage in meaningful conversations, the better our relationships will be.
Personal Development can be Fun!
By Kris Powers | January 23rd 2019
In order to be competitive in your field, it's important to stay on top of news, trends and developments in your industry. By actively working to expand your knowledge on a regular basis, you show your employers that they are getting the best you at all times. Even if your professional life doesn’t require it, continuous learning can be beneficial for anyone – feeding your curiosity and learning new skills can result in feelings of personal satisfaction and growth.
Personal development can be fun! In addition to reading news articles and listening to podcasts, you can attend classes, seminars, webinars, and enroll in online courses. All of these will enhance your skill set and ensure that you are up to date on the latest information available.
How to be successful with personal development?
Planning for a Successful Career Change
By Kris Powers | January 9th 2019
It’s estimated that the average person will change jobs 10 to 15 times (with an average of 12 job changes) during his or her career. Some of these job changes may be out of necessity (company downsizing, etc.), others by choice. Armed with this knowledge, you can take steps to plan for career changes in your working life.