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Whether you’re interested in a career program, full-on degree, or are still exploring options, our Career articles will open your eyes to the many opportunities available to you.

Tax Preparation courses can set you ahead of the curve

Written by Ashworth College on Wednesday, 07 June 2017. Posted in Career

Tax Preparation Courses Can Set You Ahead

Like the old saying goes, you can count on tax season coming back around next year, and the year after, and on and on forever. Since many of us view doing our taxes as a chore, you can imagine that tax preparers are in high in demand. Over 28% of people in the U.S. hire an accountant to file taxes. After all, why take the time to do them yourself and risk making a mistake when you could hire a professional to do them correctly and maximize your return?

It’s wedding season! Become an event planner now

Written by Ashworth College on Tuesday, 30 May 2017. Posted in Career

It’s Wedding Season! Become an Event Planner Now

Spring is in the air, and you might have noticed something else along with it… love! With wedding season in full swing, there definitely isn’t a shortage. June is one of the most popular months to tie the knot, and with the average wedding budget around $35,000, the industry is flush with cash. And since people aren’t going to stop getting married, the money isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. That’s why now is a great time to consider event planning as a career!

5 ways to avoid feeling stuck in your career

Written by Ashworth College on Wednesday, 03 May 2017. Posted in Career

5 Ways to Avoid Feeling Stuck in Your Career

No matter what profession you’re in, you may have questions about your career. Was this the right choice? Am I making an impact? How much longer do I want to be doing this?

Feeling stuck in your career is more common than you think – a report from the nonprofit research group Conference Board revealed 52.3 percent of Americans are unsatisfied or unhappy at work. The good news is that there are ways to avoid common traps that make you feel stuck in your career. Online courses are certainly one way to become unstuck, especially when combined with the other suggestions below to boost your job outlook and opportunities.

Where to start when going back to school

Written by Ashworth College on Tuesday, 28 March 2017. Posted in Career, Why Ashworth

Where to Start When Going Back to School

Whether you’ve had some undergraduate experience or have already earned a degree and started your career, returning to school as an adult is an empowering decision. The choice to continue your higher education is a personal one, but it’s not one you are navigating alone: according to the National Center for Education Statistics, 40 percent of all college students are over the age of 25.

5 reasons parents go back to school

Written by Ashworth College on Wednesday, 31 August 2016. Posted in Career, Why Ashworth

5 reasons parents go back to school

With all the time and attention you devote to your family, adding college into the mix can seem like an absurd impossibility. Yet in some cases, you might find it necessary in order to better provide for your children and develop yourself as a human being. Fortunately, there are many online options available that allow you to get higher education on your own terms without the sacrifice of attending a traditional college.

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