10 Alternative Courses For A Career In Healthcare

Posted on August 24, 2025 by John N. Frank

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From delivering babies to designing medical devices, there are many routes into healthcare beyond the traditional doctor-or-nurse pathway. These alternative routes require taking up alternative courses. Below are a few examples of courses to consider.

Midwifery

Becoming a midwife can be a hugely rewarding job. You’ll spend your career bringing new life into the world. A midwifery course can teach you how to provide care and support to mothers through pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. It includes lessons in anatomy, pharmacology and cultural safety, as well as hospital placements working within different obstetric departments. You can then choose which area of midwifery you want to work in.

Mental health

There are various mental health programs that you can take to help you provide support to individuals with anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders. This includes courses in counseling and psychology for traditional mental health support roles, as well as courses like a Certificate IV in mental health to provide community services and frontline work. Such a career can provide diverse opportunities and a lot of job satisfaction. Take your time to compare courses to set yourself up for the right routes. 

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Is A Career Change In The Cards For You?

Posted on August 4, 2025 by John N. Frank

Is a career change in the cards for you? It’s hard to tell sometimes when it’s actually time for a career change or when you’re just bored, but you have to work this out for yourself. There is nobody in the world who can tell you whether this is going to be the right choice for you, so you’re going to have to muddle through, and work out what you want to do, and how to get there.

Are You Sure Your Career Isn’t What You Want?

You should start by asking yourself if you’re sure that a career change is actually what you want. Sometimes people think that they’re sick of the career that they have chosen for themselves, but it’s actually true that they are not happy with the company they are working for or in the role that they are in. If this is the case, then you should look into moving companies, or seeing if there are any chances for career progression where you are. 

Remember that you chose this career for a reason, but this does not mean that you have to stick with it. You do not have to continue walking down a path simply because you’re a long way down it.

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Finding Interesting New Ways To Monetize Your Interests

Posted on July 20, 2025 by John N. Frank

Whatever it is that you are interested in, chances are you should be able to make money from it. This is different to how people usually think about these things, but it’s true – and you might be surprised at just how easily this can happen. If you can just open up your mind a little and think about things in a slightly more creative way, you’ll discover that you can generally monetize pretty much anything. There is always a market base for whatever you might be interested in or whatever you want to create – all you need to do is make it, find those people, and let them know why it’s worth having.

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Of course, it can take time to build, and it is not always going to feel that simple in practice. Nonetheless, it is possible. In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the interesting new ways you might be able to monetize your interests, whatever they might be, and however you might currently be thinking of them.

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Minimizing waste in Your Business Operations

Posted on May 14, 2025 by John N. Frank

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Waste is the dirty secret of many companies. We all want to do better, be better for the environment, and run a company that is as clean and efficient as possible, but waste so often trips us up, right? Well, you know what? You can get it under control and keep waste to a minimum while still running an efficient operation. Here’s how:

The Cost of Clutter

Before you declutter your way to Nirvana, understand what waste costs you. Idle inventory ties up cash. Excess packaging eats into margins. Unnecessary meetings devour productive hours. When you translate each type of waste into dollars, people suddenly perk up. A report that takes three approvals might cost a week of salary and a bucket of coffee. A bin overflowing with obsolete parts could represent thousands of unused dollars. Realising that clutter is not just an eyesore but a budget black hole is step one.

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5 Careers That Will Never Go Out of Style, No Matter the Tech

Posted on April 2, 2025 by John N. Frank

Technology changes quickly, and new tools seem to pop up every day. Some jobs come and go, especially those that rely too much on machines or trends. But there are certain careers that stick around because people will always need them, no matter how advanced things get.

These careers might not always be flashy, but they’re stable, valuable, and offer long-term paths that can be really rewarding. If you’re looking for something future-proof, it’s a good idea to learn about jobs that don’t just survive through change, but actually stay strong because of it.

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Healthcare workers are always in demand

People will always need help with their health, so jobs like nurses, doctors, and paramedics will never go out of style. Even with new machines and better medicine, there’s no replacement for kind, skilled humans who know how to care for others.

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How to Turn Freelancing Into a Full Time Income Without Burning Out

Posted on March 12, 2025 by John N. Frank

Freelancing offers the freedom to work on your own terms, but turning it into a full-time income takes careful planning. Many people start freelancing as a way to make extra money, but they struggle to turn it into something stable. Without the right approach, long hours and constant work can lead to exhaustion. Taking on too many projects, undercharging for services, and working without a clear schedule can make freelancing feel overwhelming.

But with the right strategies, it’s possible to grow a successful business without feeling overworked. Learning how to balance time, manage workload, and build a steady income can help you succeed without burning out as a freelancer.

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Starting with a solid foundation

To become a freelancer, it’s important to do more than just taking random projects. A strong foundation begins with clear goals, a plan for getting clients, and a pricing strategy that makes your work profitable. Many new freelancers take on too many low-paying jobs, which leads to exhaustion and frustration.

Instead of working on anything that comes your way, it helps to specialize in a skill that people are willing to pay for. Clients prefer hiring experts, and focusing on a specific service makes it easier to attract higher-paying jobs. Taking time to improve skills, build a portfolio, and create a strong online presence will help you get noticed faster.

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How To Prepare A Vehicle For Work Purposes

Posted on January 31, 2025 by John N. Frank

For many jobs, you don’t need a vehicle. For some jobs, not even a single task can be completed that day without access to a vehicle. Certain occupations may even be solely based on how much you drive, such as truckers, taxi drivers, and chauffeurs.

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For this reason, preparing a vehicle for work purposes is an essential measure, and one worth knowing. This is especially true if you’re aiming to go self-employed, to work in the gig economy, or perhaps to branch out, launch your own business, and own an asset in the form of a vehicle.

In this post, we’ll discuss how to ensure your vehicle is correctly prepared for such tasks. With that in mind, please consider:

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Should You Consider a Career Bridge Program?

Posted on December 26, 2024 by John N. Frank

When your professional life hits an impasse or you want to change fields entirely, considering a career bridge program could be just what’s needed to take that next step forward. These programs have grown increasingly popular over time and promise the necessary skills, networks, and confidence boost for making such leaps.

But is it really worth your time, energy, and investment? In this blog, we will look at why considering such an option might just open doors of new possibilities in your professional future.

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What Is a Career Bridge Program? 

When considering your career goals, a career bridge program can be like an intermediary. It is a structured learning initiative intended to bridge any existing gaps between your existing skill sets, knowledge, and experience and those needed for a new field or role. These programs often appeal to professionals transitioning into different industries, those reentering the workforce after an absence, or those hoping to advance within their current field without certain critical abilities. Content of such courses varies considerably. Some programs focus on technical skills like coding or data analysis, while others aim to enhance soft skills like communication, negotiation, or leadership. Many programs are tailored to specific industries, from healthcare like the Royal Ambulance career bridge program to tech and business management, thus making these tools indispensable when looking to reinvent or boost your career prospects.

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How to Land Your Dream Job in Finance

Posted on December 11, 2024 by John N. Frank

As you may already know, the world of finance can offer you a rewarding number of career paths. There are so many avenues that you can go down if you want to work in finance. You don’t necessarily have to be an accountant, but every finance professional has the perfect role waiting for them.

Whatever your dream finance role may be, understanding how to increase your chances of landing that job is how you get where you need to be. It takes so much more than just technical expertise or a degree in finance to be able to land the job of your dreams.

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Looking Good On LinkedIn: Top Tips For Attracting Employers Online

Posted on November 13, 2024 by John N. Frank

Image Source: CC0 Licence are now as many as 1 billion LinkedIn profiles in the world, with users spanning across an impressive 200 countries. That makes LinkedIn by far the biggest professional global database, and unsurprisingly, up to 72% of recruiters now use this platform when seeking new talent. 

As well as brushing up on interview skills and company-specific research, potential recruits now need to learn how to look good on LinkedIn. After all, whether recruiters find you here or simply want to know more after reading your resume, your profile is sure to have a notable impact on your chances of success. 

But, how exactly can you look like a professional match worth pursuing? Keep on reading to find out. 

Step 1: Perfect Your Headshots

Anyone who says appearances don’t matter has clearly never used social media. These platforms are all about looking good, and LinkedIn is no different. Admittedly, no one here cares how well you can pout, but a recruiter will want to put a face to the name of an interesting candidate. 

Recruiters considering your profile will be looking for professionalism above all. They want to see sleek, subtle, and straightforward snaps. Unsurprisingly, Professional headshots also receive roughly 14 more LinkedIn clicks, so you could benefit from working with a company like Premium Headshots to secure the best headshots possible. 

A recruiter is sure to appreciate this extra effort. A professional photographer can also let you know precisely which photos will work based on your specific industry. 

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