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[Featured Image]: A woman with curly brown hair. She is wearing a green medical uniform and a face mask. She is holding a basket with prescription medicine.

What Is Public Health? Your Career Guide

If you're looking for a job that allows you to help others or improve the environment, consider a career in public health. In this guide, you'll learn where public health professionals work and examples of public health jobs.

March 26, 2024

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How to Earn a Microsoft Excel Certification (+ Why You Should)

Discover what the Microsoft Excel Expert certification includes, how it can boost your career, and how to earn a certification.

March 26, 2024

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NoSQL vs SQL Databases: Understand the Differences and When to Use

Understand how NoSQL compares to SQL in performance, explore NoSQL and SQL database structures, and consider features that will help you choose between NoSQL and SQL, depending on your desired outcomes.

March 26, 2024

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7 Machine Learning Projects to Build Your Skills

Machine learning projects are a great way to practise your skills and develop your portfolio. Test yourself and prepare for a future career as a machine learning expert with these engaging projects.

March 25, 2024

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[Featured image] Two young colleagues meet in a casual environment, one smiling at the other while sitting on a couch next to some plants, to network and talk about industry trends and their career goals.

What Is Networking? How to Grow Your Network

Learn about networking and developing mutually beneficial relationships with people who work in or around your chosen field.

March 25, 2024

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What Is Health Economics and Why Is It Important?

Health economics is the examination of how to make health care more equitable, accessible, and affordable for all. Here’s what exactly that means and why it matters.

March 25, 2024

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