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Online University Highlight of the Week

Union Institute & University

UI&U is an institution that is fully dedicated to providing adults and non-traditional students an academic experience that truly allows for flexibility.

Union Institute & University pairs students with a mentor to provide additional guidance for students. Also, UI&U works with students who wish to accelerate their degree program by allowing for transfer and examination credits (like CLEP exam credit).

UI&U is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

Search all undergraduate and graduate degree programs offered online by UI&U.

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Hot Careers in 2007: Occupational Therapist Aides

Employment opportunities for occupational therapist aides are expected to rise more than 27 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

"Employment is projected to increase much faster than the average, reflecting growth in the number of individuals with disabilities or limited function who require therapeutic services."

Be a step ahead of the competition and ensure your success as a home inspector. The skills of occupational therapist aides are in great demand and can help you get started and move up in the field.

With Penn Foster Career School, you can train at home for a great career as an occupational therapist aide. Start today!

Request Information | Read more about Penn Foster Career School

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Online Student Interview: Bill H.

"The best thing is the ability to work on the lessons at my own time and place of choosing," says Bill. "The second best thing is the ability to do extensive research on the Internet."

At 73, Bill is back in school and earning his doctoral degree online.

Read about Bill's experience as a student at Northcentral University in our Profiles of Real Adult Learners.

Are you thinking about going back to school? Waiting to start your first class? No matter where you are in your journey, you may appreciate our Guide to Online Education. It contains helpful answers to some important questions about the (often confusing!) world of distance learning and online education.

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What's New? The Back-to-School "Survival Guide"

The Back to School "Survival Guide" is your one-stop back-to-school resource, created especially for adults going back to school online.

This week we're featuring our "Back to School" section. Want to put your best foot forward, but not certain how to prepare for a class held online? We recommend reading "Getting Ready for Your Online Course."

Our back to school guide includes quizzes, helpful articles, and money-saving tips. We even included a few things just for fun!

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What's New in Our Community

Online Education Blogs Read what real online students and eLearning experts are talking about in our online education blogs.

• "Top 10 Posts of the Week at eLearners.com"

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Featured Online School: Baker College

Baker College, a fully accredited, private, not-for-profit career college system established in 1911. Baker's online degree programs are designed to prepare you 100 percent for your new career or advanced position as quickly as possible, with no additional training required. Over 32,000 students worldwide have found Baker to be their best choice in online education.

Request Information | Read more about Baker

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