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		<title>Earn a Computer Science Degree to Secure Your Future</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:42:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Computer Science is an excellent choice for a secure future. The U.S. Department of Labor projects the occupational outlook for computer technology to grow much faster than average with excellent job prospects.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/computer-networking-11-101.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3316" title="computer networking " src="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/computer-networking-11-101-216x300.jpg" alt="Earn your network security degree online." width="216" height="300" /></a>Earning a <a title="Bachelor of Arts Degree in Computer Science" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/college-information-request.html?quinSID=123020" target="_blank">Bachelor of Arts Degree in Computer Science</a> is an excellent choice for a secure future. The U.S. Department of Labor projects the occupational outlook for computer technology to grow much faster than average with excellent job prospects.</p>
<h3>B.A. Degree Teaches Innovative Thinking</h3>
<p>A Bachelor of Arts degree has a well-rounded, liberal-arts curriculum educating students in creative and critical thinking. To earn a B.A. 124 semester credit hours are required in most cases, which include the core and liberal arts requirements.</p>
<p>Career paths for computer and information technology graduates are many. A software career path includes the areas of software development, software engineering and systems analyst. A systems analyst is a people-oriented position that designs and updates software as well as creating custom applications.</p>
<p>Other positions include network and database administrator, network architect and computer security specialist to name a few.</p>
<p>Information technology is a part of everyday life at home, work and school. A computer science degree will open many doors to a secure future.</p>
<p>With the directory of colleges and universities offering online degrees and certifications at <a title="Accredited-Online-Colleges.com" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/" target="_blank">Accredited-Online-Colleges.com</a>, you can find the online program that works best for your personal and professional needs. <a title="online degrees" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">Online degrees</a> and <a title="certification" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Certificate-Programs/index.asp" target="_blank">certifications</a> of all types are available and designed specifically for adults who want to make a difference in their lives and careers.</p>
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		<title>Considering A Bachelor Of Arts Degree In Game and Simulation Programming?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 13:33:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Game and Simulation Programming. The industry shows no signs of slowing.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><a href="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/computer-programmer.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3550" title="computer programmer" src="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/computer-programmer-300x199.jpg" alt="Earn your degree in game simulation and programming." width="300" height="199" /></a>The Degree</h3>
<p>Earn a <a title="Bachelor of Arts Degree in Game and Simulation Programming" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/college-information-request.html?quinSID=10130" target="_blank">Bachelor of Arts Degree in Game and Simulation Programming</a>. Design and test software. Create training videos and educational media for schools, companies and the government. In 2008 the gaming industry saw revenue of $21 billion. The military currently invests millions in simulation training. The industry shows no signs of slowing.</p>
<h3>Candidates</h3>
<p>Successful candidates enjoy gaming. They alter programs and put an individualized stamp on games. Due to the trial and error nature of programming, students must be patient and realize not every endeavor is a success. Aspiring programmers should also have a strong background in mathematics.</p>
<h3>Courses</h3>
<p>Degree programs offer classes in math, physics and computer programming. Sample courses include: introduction to game and simulation development, math programming for games, physics engine development and practical game design with lab. The courses aide students in using math to create two and three-dimensional game designs.</p>
<h3>Industry Growth</h3>
<p>The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the industry will experience growth of 30 percent by 2018. As of May 2008, software programmers earned an average of $39.32 per hour. Individuals with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Game and Simulation Programming are expected to have a promising future.</p>
<p><a title="Accredited-Online-Colleges.com" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/" target="_blank">Accredited-Online-Colleges.com</a> offers a directory of <a title="online degrees" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">online degrees</a> in a wide range of fields to help you prepare for the career you want.  Whether you want to earn your <a title="Associate Degree" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Associates-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">Associate Degree</a>, <a title="Bachelor Degree" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Bachelor-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">Bachelor Degree</a> or you&#8217;re ready to <a title="take your degree to the Master's level" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Masters-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">take your degree to the Master&#8217;s level</a>, you can find many accredited programs to help you reach your goals.</p>
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		<title>Business Administration in Information Systems – Prepare For a Management Career</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 13:16:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Information Systems is projected as one of the fastest-growing industries by the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook statistics. With this degree program, there are broad occupational prospects including managing business information technology.

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/business-Woman-10A.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-2769" title="Business Woman" src="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/business-Woman-10A.jpg" alt="Earn your MBA online." width="198" height="297" /></a>Earning a <a title="Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/college-information-request.html?quinSID=10138" target="_blank">Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Information Systems</a> is projected as one of the fastest-growing industries by the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook statistics. With this degree program, there are broad occupational prospects including managing business information technology.</p>
<h3>Technically focused B.S. Degree</h3>
<p>A Bachelor of Science degree has a curriculum based on math and science as well as core focuses such as information technology. The B.S. degree offers balanced education for individuals with liberal arts, technical or professional entry level competency. Additional courses such as physics, advanced math, statistics, economics, and computer-oriented education are part of the B.S. degree program.</p>
<h3>Career Paths</h3>
<p>Career options for business administration graduates with a concentration in information systems include positions in management. Computer and systems managers play a vital role in implementing and administering business technology.</p>
<p>Other career paths include chief technology officer, management information (MIS) systems director, or information technology (IT) director and project manager. If the goal is to further education, many MBA programs prefer students with a technology core component such as with this degree program.</p>
<p>Earning a business degree with an IT concentration requires a dedication to lifelong learning. Business graduates are found in every organization and many graduates may work as upper-level managers designing information technology needs for various departments and for businesses.</p>
<p>Earn an <a title="online degree" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">online degree</a> in your specific area of interest or get a <a title="certification" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Certificate-Programs/index.asp" target="_blank">certification</a> in a specialized area. <a title="Accredited-Online-Colleges.com" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/" target="_blank"> Accredited-Online-Colleges.com</a> is a great place to begin exploring your options to take your career in a new direction.</p>
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		<title>Pursue a Career in Psychology with a Bachelor of Arts Degree</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 13:10:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree prepares students for a variety of choices among the field of social science. Students are educated in the discipline of psychology; however, not all career options are limited to psychology.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/counseling.jpg"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-1877" title="psychology" src="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/counseling.jpg" alt="" width="284" height="239" /></a>A <a title="Bachelor of Arts in Psychology" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/college-information-request.html?quinSID=33690" target="_blank">Bachelor of Arts in Psychology</a> degree prepares students for a variety of choices among the field of social science. Students are educated in the discipline of psychology; however, not all career options are limited to psychology.</p>
<p>A student may utilize their psychology degree in a variety of career fields such as human resources, social work, business management, and marketing professions. It is also a great way to prepare students who want to pursue further studies in graduate school.</p>
<h3>Required Courses of Study</h3>
<p>Some of the subjects that are studied while working towards a degree in psychology include foreign language, liberal arts, social science, and humanities. Some of the psychology courses that may be required to graduate are:</p>
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<li>Introduction to Psychology</li>
<li>Social Psychology</li>
<li>Developmental Psychology</li>
<li>History of Psychology</li>
<li>Research Methods in Psychology</li>
<li>Cognitive Psychology</li>
<li>Statistical Techniques</li>
<li>Lifespan Development</li>
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<p>Many colleges and universities offer degrees in psychology online so that you can prepare for the career you want while managing you current job, family and other responsibilities. You can earn an associate, bachelor or master’s degree online in psychology depending upon your ultimate goals in the field.</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re ready to go back to school to earn your college degree, discover the options waiting for you at<a title="Accredited-Online-Colleges.com" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/" target="_blank"> Accredited-Online-Colleges.com</a>, a directory of online colleges and universities offering online degrees in <a href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Health-Care-Degrees/index.asp">health care</a>, <a href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Criminal-Justice-Degrees/index.asp">criminal justice</a>, <a title="education" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Education-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">education</a>, <a title="technology" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Technology-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">technology</a>, <a title="business" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Business-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">business</a> and more.</p>
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		<title>Surgical Technology Career Education and Opportunities</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 13:39:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The future job outlook for qualified surgical technologists is expected to grow faster than many other medical fields, according to the bureau of labor statistics. To obtain a job in the surgical technology field, most employees have to earn a two year Associate of Science (AS) in Surgical Technology. 
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/biomedical-technology.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-3536" title="Surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass monitor" src="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/biomedical-technology-300x199.jpg" alt="Earn your degree in biomedical technology." width="300" height="199" /></a>The future job outlook for qualified surgical technologists is expected to grow faster than many other medical fields, according to the bureau of labor statistics. To obtain a job in the surgical technology field, most employees have to earn a two year <a title="Associate of Science (AS) in Surgical Technology" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/college-information-request.html?quinSID=122770" target="_blank">Associate of Science (AS) in Surgical Technology.</a></p>
<p>Surgical technologists have to be extremely well trained with a strong background in science, including sterilization techniques and operating room procedures. To obtain the best jobs, surgical technologists should obtain their certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology.</p>
<h3>Environments Requiring Certified Surgical Technologists</h3>
<p>Certified surgical technologists usually work in hospital operating rooms. Many specialize in one type of surgery including orthopedic or plastic surgery. But other career opportunities include working in the offices of oral surgeons and other dentists, working at surgical equipment companies, and working for insurance companies to help them with the medical and surgical aspects of the industry.</p>
<p>Surgical technologists are paid well above the national median income. To be most successful in the field, they need to have a passion for helping treat sick people. Hours can be long and they have to be in excellent physical condition because in operating rooms at least, they&#8217;re constantly standing on their feet.</p>
<p>If you’re thinking about going back to college to earn a college degree or advance your current education, <a title="Accredited-Online-Colleges.com" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/" target="_blank">Accredited-Online-Colleges.com</a> offers a directory of colleges and universities that offer <a title="online degrees" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">online degrees</a> in many areas of study.</p>
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		<title>Job Prospects with a Master&#8217;s in Public Administration</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 13:22:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are thinking of pursuing a career in governmental management, policy analysis, nonprofit management, or social policy evaluation, you may want to consider getting a Master of Public Administration degree. Many universities currently offer graduate programs in this field.

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/iStock_000005271024XSmall1.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3995" title="iStock_000005271024XSmall[1]" src="http://blog.accredited-online-colleges.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/iStock_000005271024XSmall1-300x199.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="199" /></a>If you are thinking of pursuing a career in governmental management, policy analysis, nonprofit management, or social policy evaluation, you may want to consider getting a <a title="Master of Public Administration" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/college-information-request.html?quinSID=10132" target="_blank">Master of Public Administration</a> degree. Many universities currently offer graduate programs in this field.</p>
<p><strong>Program Overview</strong></p>
<p>These academic programs generally are interdisciplinary in nature&#8211;they equip students with skills and knowledge on sociology, economics, law, political science, and cultural anthropology.</p>
<p>As a result, you are prepared to pursue a career in many different areas. Most graduates of these programs, however, choose to enter the public sector. For example, many of them become government officials, or members of political think tanks. Some famous graduates of master&#8217;s program in public administration include General David Petraeus, and the current UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon.</p>
<p>If you’re thinking of taking an online course or pursuing an <a title="online degree" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">online degree</a>, start with <a title="Accredited-Online-Colleges.com" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/" target="_blank">Accredited-Online-Colleges.com</a>. You’ll find a helpful directory of programs offered through accredited colleges and universities in many different areas – <a title="education" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Education-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">education</a>, <a title="technology" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Technology-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">technology</a>, <a title="business" href="http://www.accredited-online-colleges.com/Online-Business-Degrees/index.asp" target="_blank">business</a> and more.</p>
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