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Coursera’s editorial team is comprised of highly experienced professional editors, writers, and fact-checkers. Our articles are deeply researched and thoroughly reviewed to ensure we are providing trustworthy information and advice for any topic. We understand that taking the next step in your education or career can raise questions. We are here to provide actionable, reliable, and relevant answers so you can achieve your goals.

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[Featured Image] A medical assistant wearing blue gloves and a stethoscope places paper over an exam table in a doctor's office.

Medical Assistants: 10 Steps to Becoming One

Medical assistants provide patient care and perform administrative tasks in doctors' offices and clinics. If you're looking for a health care career that doesn't require you to attend medical school, consider becoming a medical assistant.

March 14, 2022

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[Featured image] A computer science student in a yellow turtleneck reviews data on two computer monitors.

Computer Science vs. Computer Engineering: How the Jobs Differ

Explore the similarities and differences between the skills, jobs, and salaries of computer science and computer engineering.

March 14, 2022

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[Featured image] A man sits at his desktop computer working on a webpage design.

How to Become a Web Designer

Discover the skills that go into building websites, including creating layouts, understanding, color theory, using design software, and managing your time.

March 14, 2022

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[Featured image] An ethical hacker takes notes of data charts from their desktop.

What Is Ethical Hacking?

Unlike malicious hackers, ethical hackers have the permission and approval of the organization they’re hacking into. Learn how you can build a career from testing the security of the network to fight cybercrime and enhance information security.

March 11, 2022

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[Featured Image] A person is sitting at their desk using a desktop to research climate change jobs.

5 Climate Change Jobs

If you're concerned about climate change and what it's doing to the planet, you may consider a related career, like an environmental engineer. Discover five climate change jobs and learn about job growth, top skills, and certifications.

March 11, 2022

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