Taking the first steps toward starting a new career can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! With thought and planning, you can make career success a reality this year. Here’s how to get started.

Whether you want to learn new skills, earn a degree, or just add a certificate to your resume, going back to school at any age can come with some uncertainty. How do you know what you’re learning is what you need to know? Before enrolling in an Ashworth College program, here’s how to find out more information about the classes you’ll take and what you’ll learn in each one.

If you’re hoping to improve your grades, whether you just want to make sure you pass your classes or you’re hoping to get the highest grade possible, there are some tried and true test taking strategies that can help. Try these five test taking tips to boost your grade on your next exam!

One part of taking college classes is sitting for and passing your final exams. Final exams measure how much you retained from your classes and if you’re ready to move on to higher-level courses. In your online college degree with Ashworth, you’ll have end of semester exams called “proctored exams” or “semester exams.” They’re an important part of your education, so you want to make sure you understand how they work and what you need to do to pass them. Here’s everything you need to know about proctored exams!

With still much of 2022 ahead of us, you may still be thinking about where you would like the new year to take you. If you’re looking to begin a new career, check out these in-demand careers, organized by field, and how Ashworth College can help you get started.