If you’re a current firefighter, or training to become one, then it’s important to enroll in and complete a certified EMT training program. This makes for a more versatile workforce, and, in many cases, firefighters are the ones who appear first on the scene and need to perform emergency medical services on injured fire survivors or accident victims. Read on to learn about EMT training for firefighters.
Sometimes, all you need is a tiny step in the right direction! Consider taking that step by diving into a certificate program at Dean College. Although, in some cases, these certificates are seen as the academic beginnings of a more advanced degree program, they are also a way to boost your career. Read on to learn more.
There are two main types of college students, traditional and adults. Traditional students are those who attend college right out of high school, taking classes full-time, may live on campus, and go to classes in-person. The others are adults, who might have kids, a full-time career, or just need to balance many different aspects of life. While both of these types of students are in school and are eager to learn, the adult students who work are becoming the majority at many schools. Read on to learn more.
Working adults who attend college classes, often referred to as non-traditional students, usually need to juggle and coordinate a full-time job with going to school. While this sounds like a difficult undertaking, it really doesn’t have to be, as long as you have the right support network in place and the flexibility needed to coordinate your new schedule. Read on to learn more about finding a program that fits your lifestyle.
It’s no secret that working adults have certain, extremely specific needs when it comes to attending college. Since balancing school and work, on top of family obligations and other things is tricky, it’s crucial that working adults find the right online college to begin with. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do in order to determine whether or not a college is flexible enough to meet your needs. Read on to learn more.
While a general accounting degree can take between four and six years to achieve – and that’s just for a bachelor’s degree – a certificate in the subject can be earned in less than a year. This makes it a great option for an adult or other nontraditional student who wants to change careers, enhance their skills, or set off down a new path. The main question is, what can you do with an accounting certificate? What types of classes do you need to take to earn one and how can they translate into a new career? Read on to learn more.
Did you know that 100% of our bachelor’s degree students participate in an internship before graduation? This summer many of our students received real-world working experience through internships, despite the COVID-19 pandemic. They worked at companies like Asphalt Engineering, Voya Financial, Mass Mutual and the Newport Gulls to name a few. We asked Ciara Boyd ’22, who interned at the Milford Arts Council, to tell us more about her experience this summer. Read on to learn more.
Did you know that Boston is just a short train ride away from Dean? You can take a short walk from campus right to the Franklin/Dean College stop and hop on the MBTA. Having Boston at your fingertips is great, especially for a history buff. Read on for 8 sites to check out on a historical adventure in Boston.
COVID-19 has resulted in quite the non-traditional summer for sports fans. However, some of our very own Bulldogs have landed roles working as sports broadcasters with summer baseball leagues throughout the country. Read on to learn more.
Summer is a time of warm weather and relaxation. It is also the perfect time to advance your career! The Dean College Robbins Family Center for Advising and Career Planning has tips to help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals this summer. Read on to learn more.
