HCI College is thrilled to announce new academic partnerships with Grand Canyon University and Walden University.
The work of a veterinary assistant can often be enjoyable, but there are difficult aspects to the profession, especially when the working environment handles a high volume of patients. Assistants often work 40 hours a week, sometimes on weekends and holidays. They can also have many responsibilities—including helping to perform procedures on hurt or sick animals—which can make it difficult to manage stress and emotional health.
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When exploring a potential career, the educational requirements are some of the main considerations you need to consider. But before you enroll in a program, it’s also prudent to look into the career’s potential for growth. One of the fastest-growing industries is the healthcare sector. From 2021 to 2031, it’s projected to reach a job growth of 13 percent, opening as many as two million jobs in the course of 10 years.
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Finding a fulfilling career takes time and effort. Many people look for something beyond the financial reward, a career that would allow them to help others become better versions of themselves. This is what a substance abuse counselor does.
There is a significant need for substance abuse counselors, and the demand is growing faster than the supply. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there are about 43,000 openings in this field.
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Students decide what school and program they want to attend for college with one goal in mind: to work towards a better future. But whether they want to land their dream job or start their own business, students need sound advice in their education-related decision-making process.
An analysis done by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) found that of the 563,262 college graduates in 2020 with bachelor’s degrees, only 50.2% secured full-time jobs with traditional employers. This showed a decline from 55.3% in 2019.
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One of the things that many people find the hardest about changing careers is time. When you already work or have other responsibilities, it can be difficult to make a career change. The Paramedic program at HCI College offers a solution that accommodates these students. Shift-friendly schedules for EMTs make it easier to attend classes and work at the same time.
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The firefighter schedule is called an ABC schedule. What this means is that they work 24-hour shifts then have 48-hours off. Rotating shift schedules ensures that firefighters are able to train and relax between work shifts. Now, HCI College is offering A and B shift-friendly class schedules so that firefighters can attend classes to become paramedics.
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Did you know that HCI offers evening courses for EMT? If you have other responsibilities during the day (or just learn better at night), our evening courses may be just what you are looking for. You can begin training for a career as an EMT in the evenings.
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Paramedics work alongside EMTs in the field. They can perform more advanced life-supporting services for patients than EMTs. Because their job requires skill and expertise, they need to be licensed before they can work in the field.
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When you work in Emergency Medical Services, you have a busy schedule. Paramedics work a variety of hours that make it hard to finish their college education.
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Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Being a Paramedic is a great job, and it has a good outlook for the future. Enhance your career with an AS in EMS.
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