Are you a people person with a passion for helping others? Earning a Community Support Worker diploma at Discovery Community College will lead you into a rewarding career with a chance to make a difference to people going through difficult times in your community. Many of these people experience higher levels of stress and difficulty
Why Teamwork Skills Are Essential for Those in Nursing School
As a nurse, much of your work will be done in a team. Charting and administering medication are just a couple of independent tasks you can expect, but most of your other daily duties will involve collaboration with other nurses and medical staff. For example, you’ll likely have to discuss care plans with doctors and
Considering Dental Assistant Training? 5 Interesting Facts About Tooth Fillings
After standard checkups, fillings are the most common reason for dental visits. Despite the fact that many people have had at least one filling, most know very little about the procedure. If you’re an aspiring dental assistant, your ability to engage patients and perhaps teach them something interesting about their health may contribute to their
In Financial Accounting Training? An Intro to Bookkeeping for Entrepreneurs
Accounting is an essential skill for so many different kinds of professionals. Entrepreneurs, in particular, will benefit from accounting skills as many of them don’t come from a financial background. For example, as an artisan donut shop owner, you’d want to focus on perfecting recipes and developing new ones. Stressing about an area of your
4 Microsoft Office 365 Tips to Try in Your Office Administration Career
If you’re striving towards a career in office administration, there’s plenty to look forward to. You will be a valued team member as your workplace simply could not operate properly without you. As an office administrator, you will be responsible for maintaining the office systems that have been put in place, supervising staff, preparing payroll,
Hospice Care: Key Approaches to Embrace After Healthcare Assistant Training
If you are compassionate, patient, and looking for a role where you can help others daily, a career as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) may be the perfect path for you. Not only can working in the healthcare industry be lucrative, but there is also a current high demand for HCAs in British Columbia and
How to Develop and Achieve Your Career Goals after Your Financial Accounting Training
Of the greatest advantages of pursuing a career in accounting and finance is the variety of employment opportunities across industries when you start your career. Whether you’d like to work in corporations, real estate, insurance, government departments, small businesses, or even independently as a contractor, the options are virtually endless. At Discovery Community College, you
Reducing Burnout after Graduating from Nursing School
If you’re interested in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment with a focus on helping others, becoming a nurse may be the perfect career choice for you. At Discovery Community College, our Provincial Practical Nursing Program (PPNP) provides you with a comprehensive education encompassing the knowledge and skills required to confidently enter the workplace, as
How to Ensure Patient Satisfaction During Your Dental Assistant Career
In addition to their primary duty of assisting the dentist during examinations and procedures, a dental assistant plays a crucial role in patient satisfaction. You’ll have the power to keep patients coming back to the clinic and prove yourself a valuable addition to any dental practice. In addition, being a source of comfort and assurance
5 Tips for Organizing an Office Environment after Your Medical Office Admin Training
The healthcare industry provides many dynamic and exciting career options that are lucrative and in high demand. The Government of Canada predicts the prospects for Medical Office Administrators will continue to be balanced over the next decade. Job demand is especially high in British Columbia due to employment growth, upcoming retirements, and a small number