Monthly Archives: December 2011



Top Tips to Lower Fuel Costs

Posted by Chris Ramsey  •  Dec 30th, 2011  • 

Lowering fuel costs takes a few innovative ideas. There are a few ideas here to help you figure out how to lower fuel costs for your home.

Job Overview for Graduates of a Respiratory Therapy Program

Posted by Beth Glick  •  Dec 29th, 2011  • 

Respiratory therapy is a health care specialty that focuses on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, management and rehabilitation of patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. Graduates of a respiratory therapy program provide treatment that can range from giving emergency relief to patients with asthma to long-term care for chronic conditions such as emphysema.

Can I Transfer Credits From a Community College to an Online Bachelor Degree Program?

Posted by Carson Kelly  •  Dec 27th, 2011  • 

With university cost soaring, many students choose to earn an associates degree at a community college and then transfer to a four-year school to earn a bachelor's degree. This is why it is very important to research that your credits will be accepted at the university you plan to attend. Not all credits are transferable so doing some research up front can prevent delays later on.

Accounting 101: The Foundation of an Accounting Degree

Posted by Bill Jenkins  •  Dec 27th, 2011  • 

Learning the basics of accounting is essential for individuals pursuing an accounting degree. There are numerous definitions of accounting. Accounting can be defined as a service wherein accounting's primary function is to supply quantitative information mostly financial in nature that refers to economic entities, which can be significantly useful for top management in decision making.

Phoenix Surplus Auction Strategy: It's All in the Technique

Posted by Deb Weidenhamer  •  Dec 25th, 2011  • 

Whenever a company, group or organization owns more of something than is required, a Phoenix surplus auction may be held to quickly liquidate the extra resource into cash. It offers the seller the advantage of rapid liquidity, while the buyer gets a great deal at below market value.

Benefits to a Nursing Assistant Program

Posted by Beth Glick  •  Dec 23rd, 2011  • 

Graduates of a nursing assistant program enjoy job security as well as a flexible schedule. Unlike many industries, the medical field is actually thriving in this difficult economy. There's a shortage of nursing assistants to meet the growing health care needs of an aging population.

How to Properly Pack Shipping Boxes

Posted by Michiel Van Kets  •  Dec 23rd, 2011  • 

The following article provides tips you can follow to ensure that the item or items you are shipping will arrive at their destinationin the same condition as when you first packaged the box, saving you a lot of time, trouble and reshipping costs.

How Many Cherokees Fought in the Civil War? A Lot...

Posted by Matthew Isaacson  •  Dec 20th, 2011  • 

It is not common knowledge that Indian units fought in the Civil War.

Applications of Engraving Machinery

Posted by Joe Marziano  •  Dec 17th, 2011  • 

Are you considering purchasing engraving machinery? Have you considered the financial benefits of purchasing engraving machinery? This article will discuss common applications of engraving machinery. It will discuss using your engraving system to create signs and promotional items, personalize trophies and awards, personalize gifts and jewelry, mark and more.

Respiratory Therapist School: What to Expect from a Respiratory Therapist Career

Posted by Beth Glick  •  Dec 13th, 2011  • 

Respiratory therapy is a health care specialty that focuses on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, management and rehabilitation of patients with breathing or other cardiopulmonary disorders. A respiratory therapist school will teach respiratory therapists to provide treatment ranging from giving emergency relief to patients with asthma to long-term care for chronic conditions such as emphysema.

Emergency Management: An Education in Saving Lives

Posted by Kathy Player  •  Dec 11th, 2011  • 

Emergency Management Programs provide a theoretical and applied approach to professional education of students, while ensuring relevance to the homeland security and public safety industries. Programs emphasize the fundamentals of emergency management while providing interdisciplinary course study in the skills and practices of emergency planning and management.

A Liberal Arts Degree Program: A Well-Rounded Education

Posted by Lisa St. Louis  •  Dec 11th, 2011  • 

A liberal arts degree program offers a more well-rounded learning experience than a technical, vocational or business program. These programs introduce students to books as well as the philosophy and science that form disciplined and creative habits of thought. A liberal arts degree program trains an individual how to think rather than what to think and can lead to endless possibilities.

What Accreditation Means to a University or Liberal Arts Program

Posted by Bill Jenkins  •  Dec 8th, 2011  • 

A liberal arts program or university accreditation by a nationally recognized agency provides assurance to the public, specifically to prospective students, that a university or organization meets an agency's stated requirements and criteria. The university or organization must also show that they are likely to continue to meet the stated requirement and criteria.

Three Sealing Wax Options To Satisfy The Preference Of Any Discerning Consumer

Posted by Kathy Dawson  •  Dec 8th, 2011  • 

Sealing wax does not only come in blood red. In fact, variety ensures that almost every conceivable consumer preference can be satisfied; lending personality and impact to any document or letter. This article looks at three specific options available that can make a wax seal more impressive while also reflecting the personality, event or mood.

Engraving Materials for Rotary Engraving Machines

Posted by Joe Marziano  •  Dec 6th, 2011  • 

One of the great advantages of having and using a rotary engraving machine is the wide variety of materials you can engrave. Although most engraving professionals are familiar with using these materials, they may not have tried them all with a rotary engraving system.

Medical Assistant Program: A Guide for Your New Career

Posted by Beth Glick  •  Dec 6th, 2011  • 

In this economy, many are going back to school and enrolling in a medical assistant program to find a good job. Medical assistants are in-demand, and the average earnings are $28,300 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It's hard work, and there's plenty to go around. People will get sick, and somebody needs to help care for them.

Why Future Executives Should Seek an Executive MBA

Posted by John McDonald  •  Dec 1st, 2011  • 

If you are a seasoned leader, manager, business owner, administrator, or board member desiring to achieve unprecedented successes as you take on increasing responsibilities, then the time may be right to consider an executive MBA program. These programs combine value-based leadership with the rigor of challenging executive-level graduate business education.