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How do we Define the Goals of a Social Worker? The role of a social worker can appear overwhelming at first glance, which is why social workers specialize in hyper-specific roles that focus on empowering others and the community they…

Do you want to learn about how to be successful in the hospitality industry? It starts by knowing about the four sectors of the hospitality industry. Each one of these–while focusing on making sure to provide a hospitable environment–provides a very different experience for the client, and is filled with…

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities hosted a February 23, 2023 roundtable at its Washington, D.C. office. The Roundtable brought together higher education leaders and officials from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including Dr. Reyes González to represent St. Augustine, to discuss Department priorities related to Hispanic-Serving Institutions.

We at Saint Augustine College are proud to announce a new $2,600,000 grant to further our efforts in building a long-lasting and durable community in the Chicago area, called the Connecting Minority Communities Pilot Program.  The Connecting Minority Communities Pilot Program is a collaborative effort to bridge the digital…

If you’ve ever asked yourself what you can do with a social work degree, we are here to help you. Getting a bachelor’s in social work doesn’t only prove to employers that you are qualified to work in social work. A bachelor’s in social work can be a stepping stone…

For both parents and teachers, knowing the developmental areas of a toddler is the first step to creating the educational steps a toddler needs. Child development is significant in the first six years of life. This is when life’s early milestones happen during this period, such as learning to crawl,…

If you’re asking the question, is respiratory therapy a good career for you? We are here to answer. Being a registered respiratory therapist is a challenging but ultimately rewarding career. Of course, this hard work requires a certain amount of skill and dedication to the profession. Do you want to…

Expect the Unexpected Here’s the truth: the day in the life of a respiratory therapist is never an ordinary day. Every day you need to expect the unexpected, working in healthcare–for the most part–is about working on your toes and making sure you can be as flexible as possible.  Respiratory…

Do you want to boost your resume, find out how to get a better job, or advance your career or academic future? Getting your GED degree is the best way to make an immediate impact on your life. GED preparation is a long-term investment that will help you at every…

As a business leader, managing your team is crucial to creating the results you want in both the short term and the long term. Managing a team with gentle leadership can come in a variety of management styles. You may prefer one over the other, but they all prioritize your…

What are Soft Skills? Soft skills are personal traits that demonstrate you can interact effectively with those around you. These skills are not just important for a career in social work and to put on your social work resume, they are essential to almost any job that involves interacting and…

At the moment, the NBRC registered respiratory therapist exam is known as one of the hardest exams of all allied health fields. On average, about 61% of all candidates pass the exam. But there are plenty of tips and resources to help you pass the respiratory therapist exam, and start…