Education Breeds Success, According To Philadelphia Nursing Assistant Professor
"The philosophical part of my advice is this: Believe that your education has prepared you to succeed," says Assistant Professor Michelle Kelly.
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"The philosophical part of my advice is this: Believe that your education has prepared you to succeed," says Assistant Professor Michelle Kelly.
"Make a five-year professional plan for yourself and set achievable goals--then stick to it," says architect Ian Toner.
As Jill Schlesinger reports, before you reject any positions consider this: Career Cast assembled a number of underrated professions that may be worth a second look.
Jill Schlesinger reports Wallethub conducted analysis to find the best entry-level jobs and IT-related positions took four of the top five spots.
Criminal Justice Professor Kristen Acosta says, "My main piece of advice would be to be patient but persistent. In my experience, the individuals who do well in this field display both of these characteristics."
" As word processors and the internet became essential to the world, it also became a vital part of teaching and learning," says Linda Leibowitz.
Leroy Gray is the founding physics teacher at Philadelphia-based Science Leadership Academy at Beeber.
Women earn just 76.5 percent of what men earn based of median annual salaries for full time workers.
Jill Schlesinger reports that employment for qualified social workers will grow by 19 percent from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average for all occupations.
"I found that having some relevant, 'real-life' experience was useful when I needed to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN)," says Nurse Dorothy Sachs.
Kelly Lender says, "I love what I do every day and being able to work in a place that has many different clients and unique needs keeps things interesting. I also love where I work, WebLinc is a place that fosters creativity, collaboration and personal growth."
"Staying up to date with the current industry trends allows you to envision what the future might bring," says V.P. Joe Stubblebine from Beyond.com.
Jill Schlesinger reports if you are interested in a career in criminal justice, you've picked the right time.
Jill Schlesinger reports the Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts that employment for personal financial advisors is expected to rise by 27 percent during the next eight years.
"I'm looking for three things: poise, process and a point of view," says Erin Allsman of the Brownstein Group on what she looks for in an employee.
Private Investigator, Jeff Stein suggests that aspiring detectives "apply for investigative positions while in college or do an internship with a private investigator."
"The master's in nursing gave me the essential knowledge to begin a higher level of practice with solid clinical expertise," says Mental Health Nurse Jennifer Klapper.
Jill Schlesinger reports those who completed a Bachelor's degree or higher were in better shape when it comes to employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.9 percent.
Jill Schlesinger reports if you are considering purchasing a franchise, get ready to do your research before putting down a fee.
"If you take some risks and follow your passions, your students will notice, and you'll teach them one of the most important skills of all: determination," says Sarah Sterling of The Shipley School.
"I wasn't trained in the technology field, but I picked it up along the way, and now serve as a business and technology voice within my organization. The ability to learn quickly is key for people in the tech field," says Christopher Young.
At Doylestown Hospital, Patricia A. Stover provides leadership and direction for the functioning of the various departments of the nursing team, consistent with the hospital's mission and annual strategic goals.
Jill Schlesinger reports you could work at non-profit environmental organizations, solar and wind technology companies.
Jill Schlesinger reports that the Labor Department predicts that jobs for reporters, correspondents and broadcast news analysts will drop by 13 percent from 2012 to 2022 due to a decline in advertising revenue.
"My clinical experience from my internship and postdoctoral fellowship built a foundation for my career; as it was in those experiences that I learned how to apply what I learned in class and in textbooks to real life."
Dangerous bitter cold is expected to linger in the Philadelphia area through Monday, but relief is on the way.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
The Please Touch Museum marked Black History Month with a daylong celebration centered on representation, creativity and possibility.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
Old man winter is not done with us yet. A dangerously cold night is on tap as subfreezing temperatures return to the Delaware Valley.
Dangerous bitter cold is expected to linger in the Philadelphia area through Monday, but relief is on the way.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
The Please Touch Museum marked Black History Month with a daylong celebration centered on representation, creativity and possibility.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett died after falling into the icy Delaware River Thursday.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
The Please Touch Museum marked Black History Month with a daylong celebration centered on representation, creativity and possibility.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior.
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
A number of restaurants in the Philadelphia area landed on OpenTable's list of the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S.
After a portion of the Keansburg Fishing Pier crashed into the Raritan Bay, there's now concern at other marinas and piers that are being hit by ice chunks.
John Quinesso Sr., a World War II veteran from South Jersey, still drives himself everywhere he needs to go.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
A person with a confirmed case of measles visited an urgent care center in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, last month, health officials said.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
Eagles superfan Ed Callahan, 79, won the NFL's 2025 Fan of the Year award on Thursday night.
Sonny Jurgensen's strong arm, keen wit and affable personality made him one of the most beloved figures in Washington football history.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The Temple University Jazz Band is releasing its first internationally-recorded album after placing first at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Despite whipping winds and a bitter cold spell, many tried to enjoy their Saturday in Old City. Dan Snyder has the forecast.
Dangerous bitter cold is expected to linger in the Philadelphia area through Monday, but relief is on the way. Grant Gilmore has the forecast.
The coldest air we have experienced in several years arrived in the Philadelphia area. Grant GIlmore has the forecast.
The Please Touch Museum marked Black History Month with a daylong celebration centered on representation, creativity and possibility. Eva Andersen reports.
Temperatures are plummeting and dangerous cold will be in place through the weekend around the Philadelphia area. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.