The healthcare field has always been associated with job security and growth, but ever since the emergence of the COVID-19 global pandemic, demand for professionals in the healthcare field is higher than ever. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 15% from 2019 to 2029, […]
The Covid-19 Vaccine and What it Might Mean for Careers in Allied Health
The moment many of us have been waiting for over the past nine months has finally arrived. On Monday, December 14, 2020, the administration of the Covid-19 vaccine began across the country. It is a milestone for the U.S. and a glimmer of hope as our country aims to gain control over this virus. We […]
How Technology Helped Swedish Institute Through COVID-19
The executive team at Swedish Institute began taking steps to prepare for a possible closure in the week leading up to COVID-19 being officially declared a global pandemic (March 11, 2020). In the days leading up to March 11, we mobilized a committee that was comprised of our program deans, IT department, and executive […]
How to Make Your Remote Space Work for You
After nearly 7 months of millions of Americans working and schooling from home, massage therapists, physical therapists and chiropractors are all reporting a surge of injuries, musculoskeletal issues, and client complaints about shoulder, neck and back pain. Although some businesses have re-opened their doors, for many people the work-from-home arrangement does not have an […]
Medical Massage is Back, and in Demand
As COVID-19 restrictions ease and states begin to re-open, massage therapy providers across the country are getting back to business — and this newly re-opened industry is looking to hire and staff up again. New York City just entered Phase 3 of re-opening and the public, it seems, clearly cannot wait to return to their […]
Time Management Tips for Online Students
With the recent changes going in our world concerning COVID-19, many colleges and schools are moving classes traditionally taught on campus to online platforms so that students can continue working towards their career goals. This can be a big change in the way students absorb information, study and take exams and the key to success […]
New Year, New Career
The new year is always a great time to set goals, but this year in particular — as we enter not only a new year but a new decade — there’s extra importance to thinking beyond a short-term resolution and focusing instead on a long-term vision. Think about the one big switch that will create […]
Nursing: One of the Most Sought-After Careers in the U.S.
Average Americans work well into their 60s, so you might as well have a job that’s secure and a career that’s fulfilling, right? U.S. News & World Report recently named the Registered Nurse profession as one of 2019’s Best Jobs based on salary, employment rate, growth, work-life balance and more. On top of that, […]
The Growing Interest in Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is becoming one of the most powerful tools to help you take charge of your health and well-being. 📊 Straight from the AMTA 2018 Consumer Study: 🅾️ AMERICANS ARE SEEKING MASSAGE THERAPY FOR SPECIFIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS Instead of seeking massage solely for relaxation and pampering purposes, over the past decade Americans […]
The Cutting-Edge Field of Surgical Technology
The Cutting-Edge Field of Surgical Technology Surgical technologists are not as well-known as doctors & nurses, but if you’ve ever had surgery — or watched an episode of any TV medical drama — then you already know how important the role of the Surgical Technologist is.⠀ ✂ They play the integral role of […]