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Why is it Hard for Immigrants to Learn a New Language
Thursday, May 25, 2023
The American dream, whether real or imagined, is the impetus for people all around the world. Their hope is to come to America and build a better life for their families. They come to America to get a world-class education. And, despite the obstacles, millions have realized this dream. However, the realization of the dream starts with learning the English language. To this end, Vocational ESL students spend many hours poring over English-language materials to fulfill the requirements of living and working in the United States. Students must excel on standardized college-entry exams. Professionals must pass standardized exams related to […]
Medical Office Administration Specialist or Medical Assistant
Monday, May 15, 2023
Medical assistants and medical office administration specialists play different but equally important roles in healthcare settings. Both are crucial to the delivery of quality care. However, the jobs are different, so you’ll want to explore both before making a career decision. What Does a Medical Office Administration Specialist Do? Medical office administration specialists manage the daily business operations of healthcare offices. They have no clinical duties. Responsibilities vary by setting but typically include: Scheduling Medical office administration specialists manage the schedule for one or more physicians. In an extensive practice, it could be a dozen or more. Easier said than […]
Difficulties and Challenges You Encounter Learning English
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
The English language is one of the most important languages in the world. It is the language of global business and is spoken by millions of people around the globe. Yet, English can be one of the more difficult languages to learn. English is full of rules and exceptions to the rules that make its mastery challenging. However, as millions have proven, it can be done. And, with the help of a great school, you can do the same. This article list nine difficulties for students learning the English language. It also lists one of the best solutions for learning […]
Why Communication is Important in Human Resources
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Are you interested in working in human resources but not sure you have the skills to communicate effectively? If you’re seeking a career in human resources, communication is important. Interacting with coworkers is one of the cornerstones of the HR field. Even if you’re starting out as an HR clerk, thoroughly understanding the role of communication in human resources will help you succeed. What Skills Do You Need to Succeed in Human Resources? There are many soft and hard skills that help you succeed in human resources. They include: Skill #1: HR Knowledge – A working knowledge of labor laws, […]
Why Choose Medical Office Administration
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Careers in the healthcare industry have enviable benefits. A broad field, talent is in demand for clinical and non-clinical roles. Whether you’re a people person with an aptitude for direct care or an organizational genius with business sense and a client-focused attitude, there’s a seat for you at the table. If you’re interested in medicine but thrive on planning, coordination, and management, consider becoming a medical office administrator. Why Do People Get into the Healthcare Sector? People are drawn to the healthcare field for personal and practical reasons, including: A Passion for Science and Medicine Healthcare is a research-driven field, […]
How Do You Make a Successful Career Transition
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Did you know that we spend more than ten years of our life at work, so shouldn’t your job be gratifying? However, diving headfirst into a new occupation without a strategy can end in frustration. You need a plan. If you live in the beautiful Houston area, here’s the blueprint for a successful career transition. Why Do People Transition in their Careers? People change careers for personal and practical reasons, such as: Lay-Offs Millions of people got laid off during the pandemic. In Houston, energy, retail and tech sector employees and workers were hit hard. Economic downturns, unpredictable job markets […]
Grammatical Rules to Learn English
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Ask a Vocational ESL teacher about what their students find difficult about learning the English language and the answer will most likely be grammar. Initially, students find English grammar difficult to comprehend. They recount stories of learning rules but never putting them into conversation. What is Grammar? Grammar applies to both written and oral English and governs several facets of the language. English consists of parts of speech, punctuation, and more. It has many building blocks that lead to English conversation and eventually second-language mastery. It gives you instructions on how the language comes together. So, when you speak English, […]
What Does an HR Compliance Specialist Do
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Are you interested in becoming an HR compliance specialist, but not sure what they do? As an HR compliance specialist, you’ll ensure that employees are respected, and their safety and overall health is a priority. In this guide, we’ll talk more about what you can expect from your day-to-day tasks when you start working as an HR compliance specialist. What Does an HR Compliance Specialist Do? Your role as an HR compliance specialist will involve knowing the laws that directly affect the employees, and specifically, their welfare within the organization. As you might expect, labor laws will be the main […]
What are the Advantages of Learning English
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Are you interested in learning English as a Second Language but not sure what advantages of speaking English fluently? Here are some of the pros for enrolling in a Vocational ESL program. What are the Advantages of Learning English? There are many advantages to learning English. They include: Advantage #1: Help Getting a Job Are you struggling to get a job because you don’t speak English fluently? Many customer-facing and collaborative jobs consider speaking English a necessity. You want to properly communicate with customers and coworkers so there are no misunderstandings. For example, it is hard to be an administrative […]
What Does An HR Clerk Do
Saturday, February 25, 2023
Are you thinking about pursuing a career in human resources? If so, a position as an HR clerk can be a great way to get your foot in the door. This is an entry-level position, so you should be able to land a job as an HR clerk as soon as you complete your educational training. So, what does an HR clerk do on a daily basis? What Does An HR Clerk Do? As an HR clerk, you may be responsible for many human resources tasks like publishing and updating job ads, employee record maintenance (tracking vacation and sick time), […]