How To Become a Life Coach
September 14, 2023 | ed2go
Are you passionate about helping others reach their full potential and achieve their goals? Becoming a life coach might be the perfect career path for you.
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Repurpose Your Passion: Bring your expertise into the classroom with an alternative teacher certification
August 23, 2023 | Tatiana Keith
Discover how TeacherReady, an accredited online alternative teacher preparation program through the University of West Florida, empowers STEM professionals, recent college graduates, and military Veterans to transform their skills and passions into a rewarding teaching career.
How To Become a System Administrator
August 15, 2023 | ed2go
Learn how to become a system administrator with essential skills in computer systems, networking, and security. Explore Linux, AWS, and cybersecurity certifications for IT career advancement.
How to Break into These Top Event Planning Jobs
July 7, 2023 | ed2go
With over 1.8 million meetings and events happening in the U.S. each year, the event planning business is thriving. Explore careers in the hospitality industry with notable courses in the wedding and event management spaces, including floral design and catering options.
Unlocking Career Opportunities: The Benefits of Enrolling in an In-Demand Certification Course
June 5, 2023 | ed2go
Learn how enrolling in an in-demand certification course can boost your career prospects and open up new opportunities. Explore the benefits today.
CMAA vs. CCMA: Which medical assistant certification is right for you?
May 9, 2023 | Heather LeBlanc
Learn about the differences between the CCMA and CMAA certifications for medical assistants in Florida and find the right one for you. Discover the education and training required, employment outlook, job duties and potential career pathways for each certification.
Seven Reasons You Should Invest in a Bookkeeping Certification
March 31, 2023 | Ed2Go
Are you looking for a job in finance, accounting, or business administration? If so, you will need bookkeeping knowledge and skills, and getting certified is the best way to advance your abilities and validate your experience.
Top 4 Reasons to Start a Freight Broker Career
January 11, 2023 | Ed2Go
Florida provides about 9,000 Freight Broker jobs each year—the second-largest amount in the country. A location quotient of 1.72 indicates that freight brokers have more career opportunities than people in other professions. Here are some of the top reasons why you should consider becoming a freight broker.
Accelerate Career Success with In-Demand Training
December 16, 2022 | Heather Fletcher
More job opportunities than ever before are focused on specialized sets of skills. Align your expertise to your career aspirations and reach your goals sooner.
Four High-Paying Allied Health Jobs in Florida
November 3, 2022 | Ed2Go
Learn why Florida is a great place to launch a career in allied health.
Crack the Code: Take Your Resume to the Next Level with Programming Skills
August 15, 2022 | Heather Fletcher
In today’s world of information and technology, one of the most sought-after skills is understanding data and knowing how to interact with it.
3 Professional Trade Careers You Can Pursue NOW
July 6, 2022 | Ed2Go
If you are looking to enter the workforce quickly and begin earning right away, there are several lucrative careers within the professional trade industry worth exploring. Regardless of your experience level, professional trades offer the opportunity for career growth and success in as little as six months to a year.
Break into the IT Field with Online Bootcamps
May 24, 2022 | Ed2Go
Online boot camps exist to quickly upskill and reskill individuals, providing tech workers with the ability to meet the growing demands of the industry. With flexible and short-term learning options, tech boot camps offer a fast and alternative solution to minimize skill gaps.
The Great Career Change: Top Industries and Profitable Skills for Growth
May 5, 2022 | Heather Fletcher
Thinking of making a pivot in your career or professional life? There has never been a better time. This week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a record-breaking 11.5 million job openings in March—meaning there are now nearly two job openings for every unemployed person seeking work.
The Value of Volunteering: Three benefits of giving back
April 18, 2022 | Heather Fletcher
This summer, consider donating time to a local cause or organization. You may benefit from it more than you think!
Make the Most of Your Leisure Learning Membership
March 1, 2022 | Heather Fletcher
Your $40 annual Leisure Learning membership allows you to register for spring, summer and fall courses, but did you know it also comes with a myriad of additional perks? Here are tips for maximizing your membership benefits and making your membership work for you!
Pursue an Online Course in Your Own Time
February 21, 2022 | Ed2Go
It can be challenging to juggle full-time work with full-time education. Read on to discover how online courses solve this challenge by offering the flexibility to pursue your education in your own time.
Build Your IT Career with CompTIA Certifications
December 17, 2021 | Heather Fletcher
Considering a career in information technology? Lay the foundation for your new career in this rapidly expanding industry by earning in-demand IT certifications.
Should You Become a Welder Technician?
December 8, 2021 | Ed2Go
If you enjoy working with your hands to build or repair certain things, welding may be the perfect career field for you. With the country’s aging infrastructure, there’s a huge demand for the expertise of welder technicians to help reconstruct highways, bridges, and buildings.
Popular Job Options for Certified Residential Interior Designers
November 22, 2021 | Ed2Go
Are you interested in interior designing that’ll transform a house into a blissful home? Do you frequently come up with creative ideas that can add an exceptional touch to any space? A residential interior design certification can help you turn your dreams into reality, and you can prepare 100% online.
Fight Cybercrime as a Cybersecurity Professional
October 26, 2021 | Ed2Go
Do you ever imagine what it's like to fight crime? Or how a detective looks for forensic evidence? Do you have strong computer skills? If so, you may be interested in a cybersecurity career where you help companies and organizations protect their networks and much more.
Become a Veterinary Assistant Online
September 7, 2021 | Ed2Go
Turn a love of animals into a career with a self-paced veterinary assistant course. Gain skills in animal care, veterinary office operations, and proper communication with pet owners, and become a veterinary assistant online.
10 Skill Development Courses to Give Your Resume a Boost
August 10, 2021 | Heather Fletcher
Does your resume need something extra to give you a competitive edge? Set yourself apart from the competition by adding to your business skill set. Not only do skill development courses help potential employers differentiate among job applicants, but they also demonstrate positive traits like motivation, initiative and a will to succeed.
Top Reasons to Consider a Career as a Dental Assistant
July 22, 2021 | Ed2Go
You can have a role in healthcare without a college degree. The dental assistant career is included on U.S. News & World Report lists of Best Jobs without a College Degree, Best Healthcare Support Jobs, and 100 Best Jobs.
Build Your Expertise with UWF Certificate Programs
May 1, 2021 | Heather Fletcher
Certificate programs provide a quick, cost-effective option for advancing education. University of West Florida’s accredited programs and expert-led courses are ideal for those who wish to enhance their resume or build skills in a shorter amount of time than a traditional degree program.
New Certificate Courses to Increase Your Business and Entrepreneurial Skills
April 1, 2021 | Heather Fletcher
Elevate your skills, increase your marketability and gain the credentials you need to stand out to your current or future employers with self-paced certificate courses from the UWF Center for Entrepreneurship.The new non-credit certificate courses are designed for anyone interested in improving their knowledge of business and entrepreneurship. Courses address specific needs including project management, continuous process improvement and how to start your own business.
How to Excel as an Online Learner
March 1, 2021 | Heather Fletcher
Most of us have found ourselves at home more often as we practice social distancing due to COVID-19. If you’ve considered using this extra time to delve into topics that you have always been interested in, you are not alone. Shifting your energy towards investing in yourself through online learning has never been easier. Whether you are new to online learning or are looking to dive right into virtual courses, be sure to practice these simple steps for online learning success.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program Graduate Spotlight: Marsha Little, Spring 2018
February 1, 2021 | Heather Fletcher
Marsha Little began her medical career well over 20 years ago and holds a deep passion for helping others. After finding out about UWF Continuing Education’s Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA) program through an online ad, Marsha was sold immediately. With previous experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and in-home healthcare, Marsha was an ideal candidate for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant program.
