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Is a Master's in TESOL Worth It?

Are you considering furthering your education with a Master's in TESOL? If so, you may ask yourself if the time and money investment are worth it. Whether you are an experienced English teacher or a recent graduate looking to gain teaching experience in the United States or abroad, getting a Master's in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages can open a wide range of career opportunities.

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4 Benefits of Becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist

If you are interested in helping individuals navigate their emotions and relationships, becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist can be an incredibly rewarding career.

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How Much Could a Master's Degree Increase Your Teaching Salary?

On average, teachers with master's degrees can expect an average increase in earnings of about 10-15%. However, the actual increase can range from as little as a few thousand dollars per year up to $20,000 per year.

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What Can I Do with a Behavior Analysis Degree?

A degree in behavioral analysis offers career opportunities in many diverse fields, including healthcare, sociology, education, and criminal justice. It’s an invaluable asset for professionals working in social sciences, psychology, and other mental health settings.

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5 Benefits of Becoming an MFT Who Serves the Latinx Community

Marriage and Family Therapists have one of the most meaningful jobs—literally saving lives every day by helping to treat mental health issues that affect millions of Americans. If you’re passionate about helping others and your community, being an MFT specializing in working with Latinx patients may be just what you’ve been looking for.

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How to Become an ESL Teacher

As an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher, there are many employment opportunities where you can put your skills to work, both here in the United States and abroad.

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What Can You do With a Master's in Organizational Leadership?

Organizational leadership is all about leading teams, inspiring and motivating people, aligning goals and objectives with the right resources and tools, developing personnel capabilities, and creating innovative solutions.

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3 Reasons You Should Major in Psychology

Are you considering a career in psychology? A psychology major allows students to gain a deep understanding of human behavior, emotions, and thinking patterns.

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20 Usual and Not-So-Usual Jobs in Applied Behavior Analysis

Applied behavior analysis is a type of therapy often used for people with an autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilities. ABA therapy is based on the theory that you can use behavioral interventions to reinforce desired behaviors and reduce unwanted behaviors.

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3 Benefits of a Career in Pre-K-12 Leadership

If you currently work as a teacher in a Pre-K-12 classroom and are looking for ways to advance your career, you may consider switching to a position in educational leadership. Education leaders play crucial roles in the lives of the students and teachers they serve.