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From Sparks to Shine: Practice Makes Perfect in Welding

Beal University December 6, 2024

By Nick Fox, CAWI Weld Instructor and Program Director, Beal University Ever heard of the saying: “Amateurs practice until they get it right; professionals practice until they can’t get it…

Breaking Free from the Four-Year Shackles: Accelerated Online Education is the Future of Professional Preparation

Beal University October 30, 2024

For generations, the traditional four-year college experience has been the gold standard for launching a successful career. However, the world of work has evolved and continues to change rapidly. It’s…

Seizing the Future: Why Higher Education is Your Ticket to Opportunity

Beal University September 30, 2024

In a recent Bloomberg article, “US Faces a Deficit of 6 Million Workers in Less Than a Decade”, Alex Tanzi highlighted a looming labor shortage in the US. While the news might…

Fast Track Your Future: How Accelerated Degrees Benefit Career Starters, Changers and Climbers

Beal University June 19, 2024

Thinking about starting a career, changing, or climbing the ladder in your current field? While a traditional degree can be valuable, an accelerated degree program might be the perfect fit…

Fast Forward Your Future: Top 10 Things to Consider Before Enrolling in an Accelerated Program

Beal University June 19, 2024

Ever feel like the fast-forward button on your life is stuck on slow-mo? Does your career path resemble a scenic route with zero exits for advancement? If you’re a career…

A Holistic Approach to Addiction Counseling

Sheree Rice May 21, 2024

Q&A with Dr. James Siebert, Ph.D. “Perhaps the most important ingredient is the counseling relationship,” says Dr. James Siebert, Program Director of Beal University’s online addiction counseling and mental health…

Cannabis Studies Programs at Beal University: Q & A with Ayanna Rutherford

Sheree Rice April 25, 2024

From Diploma to Bachelor’s, Get into the Cannabis Field Faster Bangor Daily News | Ayanna Rutherford, adjunct instructor for Cannabis Studies programs at Beal University, has worn many hats –…

Health Information: Understanding the Distinction Between HIT and HIM

Sheree Rice April 17, 2024

The fields of Health Information Technology (HIT) and Health Information Management (HIM) play vital roles in managing and leveraging health data for improved patient care and operational efficiency. While these…

Beal University’s HIM Program Receives Initial Accreditation for Seven Years

Sheree Rice March 19, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Yahoo Finance [Bangor, ME, March 19, 2024] – Beal University is proud to announce that its Health Information Management (HIM) Baccalaureate Degree Program has been awarded…

Navigating College: Essential Advice for First-Generation Students

Sheree Rice February 20, 2024

Starting college can be a daunting experience for any student, but it can be especially challenging for first-generation students. These students often navigate the college experience without the guidance and…

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