Online CNA Education

 

Learning from on line sources is one of the greatest centers for CNA education. The CNA curriculum today reflects the view that not everyone may be engaged in class work. If you think of getting into the health care profession, you will normally begin by envisaging how you are going to study. Whatever the case, your principal concern should be on getting the best education. Remember that the type of training which you received in school is going to have an influence you what you earn. In most cases, you can begin and complete your CNA education in a matter of weeks. When thinking on how to study, you could also think of getting your CNA education online.

 

 

On line CNA education should be considered by those who want to study on their free time. Remember that not every person will have the whole time to spare for education.

If you survey the internet, you will find a lot of institutions offering online CNA education or distance learning to students. This is a good way if you consider flexible learning to become certified in the health care sector.

One thing you must look out when opting for online CNA education is that you must verify if the educational authorities have the necessary certification. Remember that your intention is to sit in for the CNA exams. Therefore, any form of on line CNA education that you opt for should be able to permit your take on and pass the CNA exams. What is more to this is that the courses you study or the overall curriculum should be focused towards giving the necessary education as a qualified nursing assistant.

 

 

Comparative selection of the appropriate on line CNA education is another important factor.

This is the more reason why you must ascertain that the certificate you get from the institute is of maximum quality. Take into account that most health care providers hire on the basis of where you study as well as the details of the curriculum you completed. Above all, the online CNA program you choose should be organized in a manner in which you can contact and receive help from your instructors whenever necessary.

 

 

Always remember the whole CNA curriculum cannot be finished on line. Most of the theoretical part of studies and just a limited part of practical can be studied online. Every major and important clinical work will be completed off line. Practical work will be done with any certified healthcare provider.

 

 

Therefore when opting for on line CNA classes verify if such classes are linked to any health care provider from which you can get some practical experience. If not, the burden of looking for where to gain practical experience will be left to you.

 

 

When you are through with the necessary on line CNA education, you should be prepared to write the CNA exams. Make sure you have completed the syllabus required to sit for the CNA exams. Remember that the exams are as important as the CNA classes . After all, your intention is to get the required certification.

 

 

 

PTC to submit six nominees for MnSCU's Excellence in Teaching awards program

The Pine Technical College community, including students, staff, faculty, administrators, and alumni, has nominated six instructors to participate in the prestigious MnSCU Excellence in Teaching awards program.

The six nominees, all Outstanding Educators of the Year, now are working on completing some additional information for the Nomination Committee to review, and, using pre-established scoring criteria, the committee will select one faculty member to represent PTC and have a chance at winning the coveted Educator of the Year award. The six nominees are:
• Ann Boldt
• Jeff Ruth
• Julie Shores
• Dione Thoma
• Rita Watson
• Chris York

Last year, PTC's Melissa Felland, an instructor in the Early Childhood Development program, received an Outstanding Educator of the Year award.

"As a recipient of last year's Outstanding Educator of the Year award, I am proud and honored to congratulate all nominees. Preparing, being selected, and attending the ceremony honoring all Educators of the Year and Outstanding Educators of the Year was one highlight of my teaching career," Felland says. "It's one that I will never forget, and I hope the same for all of this year's nominees," Felland adds.

Photo: Melissa Felland, instructor in PTC's Early Childhood Development program, received an Outstanding Educator of the Year award at last year's ceremony.

Pursue Your Higher Education With an Online Degree Program

Nowadays, online university degree program has become extremely popular.

As technology is taking progress incredibly, more and more individuals are considering earning their degrees on the internet, via which everything looks possible. Since you can basically do anything online such as shopping, paying bills, communicating with acquaintances, now you can also enroll in a degree program.

 

 

With a simple search, you can find quite a wide range of online university degree programs. There seem to be very few schools left without having a program for people who choose to use the web as an alternative for their studies.

 

An online educational program is suitable for working professionals who don' t have a lot of time for studies and on-campus attendance, as the online format is more accessible. Nevertheless, time is not the only problem resulting in the preference for an online approach. Considering the fact that the internet has become practically indispensable, many people find it more comfortable and easy to study and get a degree online. Therefore, they choose to gain their proper degree by attending an online university degree program, thus keeping their own schedule and studying from the comfort of their own home.

 

Nowadays, you can gain an university online degree program in basically any field of study, be it law studies, business administration, liberal arts and humanities, psychology or others.

 

Still, an online university degree program requires similar efforts as a traditional one. On the contrary, in some cases they may be even more demanding, as you cannot skip courses for personal reasons, illness etc. If you' re thinking that your instructors cannot monitor you, you ought to take into account the fact that your syllabi will always be online for you to see even if your internet connection is poorer or partially lost. Also, bear in mind that there are forums where attendance and contribution is required, so you cannot skip studying, going through all your bibliography or completing your assignments.

 

Students ought to think twice if they choose an online university degree program because they think it' s the easiest way to get a degree. It allows a more accessible and comfortable alternative to earn your degree, however it doesn't make it easier to graduate.

 

Impressive results from Minnesota College Application Week are in

The results are in from Minnesota College Application Week, an event held in Novemnber that waived college application fees for a full week. PTC staff and faculty members are impressed with the initiative's results.

"We had 24 applications come in during the week, compared to 11 applications during the same week last year when application fees were not waived," explained Dani Chandonnet, PTC's Director of Marketing and Admissions. "The program is encouraging for those just thinking about applying who may be on the fence - the fee waiver is an incentive, and applicants truly have nothing to lose," Chandonnet adds.

The event ran Nov. 14 through 18, and applications nearly tripled across MnSCU campuses. Each MnSCU college and university waived its $20 application fee during the weeklong event, resulting in the colleges and universities collectively forgoing about $300,000 in revenue. Students could complete one application and submit it simultaneously to more than one MnSCU institution, a service that had not been available before this year. MnSCU figures report that nearly 10,000 high school students submitted 15,600 applications to the 31 state colleges and universities, compared to 4,900 students who submitted about 5,500 applications during the same week in 2010.

"This initiative was tremendously successful," said MnsCU Chancellor Steven Rosenstone. "Increasing the number of Minnesotans who complete a college degree, certificate or diploma is more important than ever," Rosenstone added.

By 2018, 70 percent of all jobs in Minnesota will require some postsecondary education, according to a Georgetown University study; many of those jobs will require a certificate or associate degree, and not necessarily a baccalaureate degree.

Nursing Programs - An Addition To Your Education

People always think that working as a nurse online requires a course to complete and a job application to fill, but the truth is totally different. There are many levels in nursing career and in order to work the way up to the top level, a nurse should take different courses and studies.

The first level, or the entry level, is the Practical Nurse, this job requires only one – year study program. After that, the nurse is ready to fill a basic job inside any health care unit. The LPN or LVN programs are available online and offline through many colleges. The tuition fees are less expensive, and these courses offer the chance for nurses to start their practical career.

The next level is the Registered Nurse level. If the student wishes to go directly to that level, it requires about 3 or 4 years of study. For that reason, LPN is the recommended starting point, gain experience and complete the LPN – RN course while on-job.

The bachelor of Nursing is the goal of many nurses around the world, but the BSN is difficult to complete because it is expensive and requires a long period of study.

Fortunately, a nurse can work her way up while maintaining another job in the medical field. For example, RN can take the BSN program according to her own pace and finishes it while working regularly in her job.

The ultimate goal of many nurses is to get a masters degree in nursing (MSN). MSN course can be started separately or after completion of BSN program. In fact, the direct entry MSN divides internally into two or three sections: the RN level, BSN and finally the MSN. It is highly recommended starting each course on its own after finishing the LPN level, because working practically provides a lot of experience side by side with theoretical studying.

All these degrees and programs are available online and offline. Searching over the Internet can return different programs in different colleges. Online courses are suitable for those who are working and cannot study full – time.

In addition, there are different financing options available for those who want to start their medical career study. Ask the college for the available financing programs for each degree and start a highly rewarding career today.

Phi Theta Kappa rolls out new "Giving Tree" program

Going on now through Dec. 12, PTC students, staff and faculty members may contribute to the "Giving Tree" program, established by students in PTC's Phi Theta Kappa honor society chapter. The program features three holiday trees (donated by PTC Student Senate), adorned with tags that double as Donation Requests. The tags represent students and their families who could use a hand up during a season where costs historically run high. PTC students, staff and faculty members are able to help by fulfilling the $10 gift card Donation Requests. The gift card designated options are: Holiday, Chris' Food Center, Wal-Mart and Family Pathways.

Photo at top: Marcus Lhotka (L) and John Thabes (R) present PTK President Ann Kubesh (center) with $500 in the form of gift cards to support the Giving Tree program. The large donation was generously provided by the PTC Shooters Association/Foundation Fund, of which Lhotka and Thabes are members.

Three Areas You Need to Understand About Your Online Education Program

We live in a world that's constantly changing.  Our parents and grandparents could expect to get a good job with a high school diploma or bachelor's degree, and stay with that employer for life. Now, we find ourselves switching jobs or careers, returning to the workforce, or needing more and more education to advance or keep the jobs we have.  Yet how are we supposed to obtain this education when we have jobs, families, and obligations?  Online education programsare the answer.

Flexibility
|Perhaps online education's greatest advantage is its flexibility.  It may be that you live in an area where the nearest college is miles away.  You may not have reliable transportation, or you may be disabled or have another situation which makes it difficult or impossible for you to travel.

With online education, your professors and classmates come to you, via computer.  All you need is a good computer system and a fast, reliable internet connection.

For others, time is the issue.  If you're working full-time, or a second job, your schedule may not accommodate traditional or night classes.  When earning your degree online, however, you can call up your philosophy class at 2 a.m. wearing your pajamas.  If you are a single parent, or lack reliable or affordable child care, distance learning enables you to earn a online degree even if the kids are fighting over blocks in the background.  You can discuss comparative literature with online classmates and no one will hear a thing.

Finding the top online degrees have never been easier.

Access
You may be concerned that online schools are diploma mills, out to take your money but offering little in the way of educational or career value. Don't worry!  Many accredited colleges and universities now offer online degrees.  Research your preferred school to see what options it features, or search by subject.  If you have doubts about a program, look for it on the US Department of Education's lists of accredited schools and recognized accrediting agencies, or contact your state attorney general's office or the Better Business Bureau to check for complaints.  You can be assured that an online degree from an accredited institution will be an asset to your career.

Variety
The number of degrees available to distance learners has skyrocketed; you'll have many courses of study to choose from.  If you're already an RN, you can earn your BS in nursing.  If you want to move from clerical to management, you can earn your Associate's in business administration.  Many Master's degrees are available, including public relations, educational administration, and urban design.  You can also earn certification in web applications, business essentials, gerontology and other subjects. Professionals can earn their Ph.D.'s in education or nursing practice.  If you simply want the university degree you had to forgo, you can earn your Associate's or Bachelor's in general studies and study US history, astronomy, Spanish… a little bit of everything! Don't let your situation keep you from an education!  Check out all of the great online degrees that are available.

PTC Foundation participates in Grand Casino’s Giving Trees program for a chance to win $5,000 for student scholarships

The Pine Technical College Foundation is participating in Grand Casino’s inaugural Giving Trees program, beginning this afternoon. The Foundation will decorate a six-foot-tall holiday tree at the Grand Casino - Hinckley, in hopes of winning First Prize, $5,000. The winnings will be deposited in the PTC Foundation’s Bridging the Dream scholarship reserve, augmenting funds available for scholarship recipients.

“We’re especially excited about this program since it will directly benefit our students. Considering that our full-time scholarships are awarded in amounts of $1250, our Bridging the Dream program will be able to support four additional full-time students if we win the grand prize, and that’s very exciting,” says Nancy Mach, PTC’s Dean of Student Affairs.

Four area organizations are participating in the Giving Trees program, including the PTC Foundation, and the trees will be judged by casino guests, associates, and online visitors – fans of Grand Casino’s Facebook page. The trees will be on display at the Grand Casino’s Events Center, Mon. Nov. 28, and judging will be finalized at 12 p.m. Mon. Dec. 5. The winners of the contest will be based on the number of online “likes” on Facebook combined with the number of votes collected onsite. The program’s prize structure is as follows: First Place, $5,000; Second Place, $2,000; Third Place, $500.

“Our tree will carry a very student-centered theme; it will showcase photos of current students hard at work – studying, in the lab, in class, doing groupwork, and doing what they do best,” says Sandi Carlisle, Executive Assistant to the President and Foundation Manager.

The trees are donated by Mickman Brothers, and once judging is final, all trees will be donated to a family in need of a holiday tree.

“We’re going to want a lot of votes for our tree, so we are encouraging all staff, faculty, and students to ‘like’ our tree online,” Mach says. “We just need to all get online and vote and help our students get those scholarship dollars!”


Photo: Lucas Pederson, Grant Accountant in PTC's Office of Business Services, shows off one of the custom-made ornaments that will adorn the holiday tree.

Learning Physical Education Degrees Online

Online education brings many advantages for many attendants. If you have the passion to be a teacher, you can totally start and finish this dream by online education programs. Before reaching this point, online programs will equip you with necessary skills and training so that you an be a perfect one to set an example for your future students.

 

Online physical education degrees are offered online and you can specifically choose this kind of degree if you have the passion for sports and you want it to share with the other people especially your students. Not only does it lead you to teach sports but it also helps you to share the importance of good health in every person. However, you might wonder how to get this kind of degree especially that it does not only require knowledge but you must also have the right skills and experience to be able to become a fully competent physical education teacher.

Follow this easy guide on how to do it.

 

The first thing that you can do is to make a thorough research on the internet since you want to avail for online education degrees specifically on physical education. It would be very easy because you only need to key in physical education on the search tool and you will be able to see a lot of websites that you can visit and read through the programs offered. You can also join forums wherein coaches or physical education instructors have shared their view as to what specific course they got. Somehow, it will give you enlightenment on your decisions.

 

Once you have chosen from the many schools that offers online physical education degrees, you need to pass the needed requirements or fill out forms.

The requirements, information and documents needed can vary from one school to another but commonly, they would ask for your educational history, your transcript of records and maybe a few lines or essay that would indicate your desire to specifically get this kind of course. All you need to do is comply all of them and see whether you will be qualified to be part of their program.

 

If you are accepted to be part of the online education program, then you must be determined and dedicated on your desire to become a physical education teacher. Do not miss any of your coursework online and if they are on-campus trainings then spare some time to be on time for it. Learn how to manage your time properly so that you will be able to complete the whole course and you will be able to fulfill your dream of becoming an effective coach, instructor or whatever your plans are.

 

This is an easy guide that you can follow if you want to pursue an online education. With dedication and passion for education, everything is a possibility.

 

PTC's Diversity Committee welcomes guest presenter, David Isham

The Pine Technical College Diversity Committee welcomed a guest presenter, David Isham, to its November meeting. Isham, Access and Opportunity Specialist with Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, advised the committee regarding how the college may proceed in its work to establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with American Indian nations in East Central Minnesota.

Photo: David Isham (left) and PTC Diversity Committee member, Theresa Leopold (right).

Empowerment Through Online Education

In a 2007 report published by the Sloan Consortium, most universities stated that the main reasons they continued to expand their online education programs were because such programs improved student access to education. For example, when universities offer courses online, they can work around limited classroom space, instructor shortages, and conflicting course schedules to offer more students more classes.
Similarly, in taking an online course that allows them to complete assignments at their own pace, students can work around their busy course and work schedules, as well as tailor their coursework to their own personal learning styles. Students increasingly enroll in online courses over their summer break while they live with their parents and work summer jobs. Additionally, more and more international students choose to enroll in online courses, forgoing the obstacles associated with arranging visas and international travel.
More importantly, however, online courses allow universities to reach out to students who have been traditionally unable, for a variety of reasons, to enroll in classes on campus.
Online Education’s Historical Counterpart
Online education’s predecessor, distance education, became popular in the nineteenth century precisely because it offered people from rural, working class communities access to higher education.

Admittedly, a college education was historically only available to those who had the financial means to pay annual tuition and incur the cost of relocating to a university. In contrast, distance education made it possible for students to pay by the course, rather than by the year, as well as save on the living and transportation expenses associated with enrolling full-time on a college campus.
Distance students could receive via mail the same kinds of materials their often more privileged peers enrolled in campus-based colleges had access to – without relocating or forgoing their employment – for a fraction of the cost of annual tuition. These distance education programs promised their students a piece of the American dream: everyone, regardless of their personal circumstances, could obtain a higher education.
Similarly, online education programs offer the same opportunities. For those who cannot commit to full-time enrollment on a college campus, the chance to take a course online is certainly appealing. The single or stay-at-home parent can complete online courses in the evenings without arranging for a babysitter. The elderly can continue their education without worrying about the awkwardness of being in a classroom full of teenagers and twenty-somethings. Military personnel can continue their education while being on active duty.
Similarly, students with disabilities can take online courses at their own pace. For those with mental disabilities such as ADD, an online course can offer a self-pacing environment, free from the distractions of the classroom and the anxiety of hard deadlines. For those with physical disabilities, the online classroom can be easier to negotiate. And finally, the full-time employee can take online courses without taking vacation days or compromising a work schedule. In some cases, employees might even be able to convince their employers to pay for part of all of the costs of continuing education, especially if the courses will directly contribute to job improvement or a promotion.
Online Flexibility Empowers Many
As all of these examples demonstrate, online education provides a high level of flexibility. Similarly, online courses offer financial flexibility. For the student who cannot afford an annual tuition, most online programs allow their students to pay by the course.
If you can’t manage the costs of a full twelve or fifteen hour semester, you can get a jump on your college degree by taking one or two courses at a time. This method of enrolling in college can be especially successful when students choose to enroll in core curriculum courses online. Often, students can take online versions of standard courses that are required at almost every university such as English 101, Math 101, and Sociology 101.
Frequently, the credits the student earns in these courses are transferable. Consequently, if the student decides later to enroll full time on campus at a university, these courses will count towards their degree, saving both time and money. At some institutions, students can earn entire degrees online, paying course by course and completing the work at their own pace. This is often far more economical than continuing to eek out annual tuition payments, especially if personal circumstances mean that the student will take more than the expected four years to graduate, or the student only needs a couple of courses or an advanced degree or certificate for a job promotion.
Words of Caution
While universities celebrate online education’s potential to enfranchise previously disenfranchised students, such as nontraditional students, minority students, and students with a limited income, they also bear great responsibility for ensuring that those students are truly empowered by online education programs.
Undercutting academia’s laudable claim that online courses give disenfranchised students a chance to earn a college degree is the fact that increasing university enrollments can increase the university’s profits. This was as true in the nineteenth century distance education programs as it is in the twenty-first century online classroom.
While most have a legitimate interest in educating its students, some distance and online education programs have historically taken advantage of as many students as they have empowered. In the nineteenth century, correspondence courses were offered largely without national oversight. As many online courses do now, these correspondence programs promised their students that after paying for and completing their coursework, students could expect to have more and better job opportunities. Frequently, this wasn’t the case. Employers continued to privilege those job candidates who had degrees from traditional institutions.
Research has shown that this continues to be true in the twenty-first century. While many employers are increasingly willing to consider applicants who have earned their degrees either partially or entirely online, there are those that would rather give jobs to those who have degrees from traditional colleges. However as more and more brand name colleges and universities offer online options to their students, the distinctions between online and traditional programs are beginning to blur.

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PTC's Judy Yorston, on behalf of Pine EMS, accepts $2500 from AgStar

The AgStar Fund for Rural America, the corporate giving program of AgStar Financial Services, has awarded Pine EMS $2500 to offset funding for equipment. Judy Yorston (second from left in the photo above), an EMS instructor in PTC's Continuing Education and Customized Training department, accepts the check from AgStar on behalf of Pine EMS.

Administration Education Online

They can production and administrative functions. Professionals can focus and think about the manipulative materials, and Adult Education, or they can override the program as an administrative specialist, such as main or principal.

Online Education is considered to be very painful for grabs profession. But if you really want to grow to a teacher you gain the necessary skills and expertise as have several faculty treatment of students, strong announcing skills and the ability to influence, motivate and train. After getting something online degree in education from the top accredited online university or college that you will be able to train students to solve problems. If you get a career as an elementary teacher who teaches all topics of basic level. But you learn at secondary level subjects of your field. Distance learning Degrees higher level of education can be used for secondary functions such as public colleges, vocational schools and universities.

Online degrees in education from acquaintances Different levels of access to promotion.

Many top accredited online universities and top accredited online colleges offering online degrees in education. Below are the online degrees available. Education Degree Masters in Education, Distance learning MBA Degree in Education Administration Education Online Associates Degree in Education is ideal for editing someone to a different career to tell. It is very useful, because all ears and very realistic without huge generation requirement of bachelor's degree. You will focus on a broad education so as sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities included. After earning your degree level acquaintances budding career to take a journey into the mind predetermine Start, elementary education teacher and assistant Para authority. Associates degree is considered the first level online degree in education.

Online Bachelors Degree in in Education allows you the opportunity to become certified K-6 teacher. You will win on a solid expertise of K-6 elementary teacher certification, cutting edge illuminating studies, individual professional development, corporate training and continuing education. You can use some limited options field of interest of your hobby. You will be able to help litter students acquire skills and expertise to develop. After earning bachelor's online you can produce as elementary / highlight teacher, counselor, route developer, researcher and professor.

Online Masters Degree , you can invite a better paying administrative jobs. Master's degree gives you the luck to grow to certified authority in the way of being single. MAT or MIT and M.Ed. Are accessible to all Masters in education. You can keep the production as a teacher or rather the production as principal or assistant principal. This degree offers the opportunity to earn professional level work. You can earn this online course in education for your career. Following are the different levels accessible master control Management and Adult Education Distance Special Education Curriculum and machinery One year
executive MBA Degree Rate is the highest level of online degree in education. It is suitable for advanced degree passionate Authority wishes to secure jobs. It is basically used for people already thinking experience. After getting online masters degree can teach as a professor of the university. You will be able to research and implement and will re-apply? You have learned.

You can focus on primary and secondary education, special education, adult education and continuing education. After obtaining this degree you will be able to produce children with underlying classical education age 3 and 5. Course includes production immature person psychology, education and basic learning strategies.

Online Masters in Education Administration Online Master of Education Administration is a unique online degree in education. It is designed for educational professionals that contain serious hobby in administration matters. Natural products include education finance, education law, rights of the principal, the public relations and supervision of staff. Extent required internship experiences in raising and administrative records from primary level. Enough jobs available in administration enlightening. Educational administrators can produce the variety of jobs ranging from period considered college president or administrator
client education. Administrators include winning announcement of skills and ability to budget planning, monitoring student progress, manage daily activities, trust, increase manipulative policies and values and directive institution to the state and local levels to keep.

 

PTC waives application fees in honor of National College Application Week

In recognition of National College Application Week, PTC will waive the $20 application fee Nov. 14 through Nov. 18. Nearly all Minnesota State Colleges and Universities are participating in the weeklong push to encourage those thinking about starting or going back to college to apply by waiving application fees.

“This is a golden opportunity for those thinking about college who need that final nudge of encouragement to apply and find out that college really is possible," says Nancy Mach, Dean of Student Affairs. "College Application Week also provides an opportunity for our applicants to discover financial aid, grants and scholarships are available to assist with tuition and other costs associated with college,” Mach adds.

National College Application Week is part of a national initiative brought forward by the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) and the State Higher Education Executive Officers (SHEEO). The weeklong event urges high schools and postsecondary institutions to collaborate in a concentrated effort to engage and inform underrepresented (first-generation college students, students of color, and low-income) students about the college application process. The first year for such an event in Minnesota, 17 high schools across the state are serving as pilot sites, including one in PTC’s service area – Rush City High School.

“College Application Week sends the message that college is possible for every student,” says President Robert Musgrove, Ph.D. “It is our hope that high school students in our service area will plan for college because we make it possible, and we’re prepared to fit their needs and goals,” Musgrove explains.

The Benefits of Online Education

Online Education and Distance Learning has evolved over the years. Many universities and colleges around the world have begun offering online education as a part of their off campus courses. This has enabled many people, especially working adults to continue and complete their higher education. In fact it has not only become popular amongst working adults but students too.

The nature of online education has become beneficial for those who option for online education rather than an on-campus education. To begin with, online education has unlimited offerings. Geography doesn't matter anymore. If a course is not offered in a particular college or university of your choice, you are able to find an online college or university which offers the program of your interest. Thanks to the internet now everyone has the same opportunities at their fingertips.

Online Education shows more focus on students as an individual.

The reason I have said so is because, online education always offers an online tutor or instructor. Having said so, you are entitled to get individual attention from your tutor.

Set your own schedule. By doing so, you are able to study when you are feeling most productive. Choose a particular time of the day when you are feeling good and energetic. No more early morning classes, boring lectures which never seems to come to an end and no more distraction from those who are around you.

By using the internet to study, you save a lot of money. All you need is a laptop or a personal computer with internet connection. You save traveling expenses as in gas or petrol for your car. You don't have to worry about accommodation like hostels or renting an apartment close to your campus.

No more tuition fees as well. Online education has been said to be one of the cheapest way of obtaining a diploma, degree or even masters'.

It is also a way of developing your skills. Online education develops the competencies needed in the 21st century. It enables you as a learner to have the digital literacy skills required in the particular discipline, profession and career.

These days, on-campus cases like bullying, political outbursts', racism and fighting are becoming more and more common. It has become a part and parcel of an on-campus students' lifestyle. Anonymity provides students a level playing field undisturbed by seating arrangements, gender, race and age.

No matter where you go, there is seriously no place like home. Studying at the

comfort of your home is also one of the many benefits of online education. Having to study anywhere, anytime when you want to and feel like studying.

The relevant materials and resources are available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will be able to read and re-read notes, explanation and comments till you are able to gat a grasp of what you need to clarify.

Studying at your own comfort and pace also teaches you to be self disciplined and committed. You will be able to learn how to commit to something and follow through. Thus, enables you to be more responsible in managing your time and resources effectively and efficiently. It enhances personal growth and commitment.

Regardless of you sitting in front of your computer in your pajamas or even wearing nothing at all, it is not a problem. There are no rules and regulations, and you don't have to be worrying and stressing yourself about meeting deadlines. Parents will be able to support their child's education through and through without worrying about their child's disciplinary issues or even about them mixing around with the wrong company.

The world of technology has made communications so easy. You will be able to communicate with your online tutor or instructor via instant messenger or via e-mail. You need not feel shy or insecure about voicing out and clarifying your doubts anymore. Online education makes tutors or instructors more approachable.

With the world ahead of us, it is important for us to keep up. Online education is the most innovative and productive way of learning. One is never too old to pursue their education. As a human being it is our right to attain wisdom and knowledge. There is so much more to know and so much more to learn. So why not do it this way? The choice is in your hands.

 

New construction accommodates campus growth

Photo above: Construction continues on the college’s new storage facility at the south end of campus.

PTC's landscape is changing as the college is in the midst of several construction projects necessary to accommodate its growth. Over the past few years, the college has experienced growth in enrollment, an increase of staff and faculty members, and growth in the variety of programs available to students and services available to students and the community.

“We’re seeing the investment in our future take shape, and at the moment, that translates to a handful of structural changes,” says President Robert Musgrove, Ph.D. “Our master plan includes a focus on using the space available to meet the needs of our community and our growing student population,” Musgrove explains.

The college recently acquired a 1,144 square-foot house, built by students in Pine City High School’s building trades class. The house sits at the northwest end of the campus and once ready, will house PTC’s Child Care Resource & Referral department. At the south end of the campus, a 3,500 square-foot storage facility is being built, which will serve as a storage building for the college’s Facilities Department, as well as house college vehicles and other equipment. The house is nearly ready at this time; the storage facility is on schedule for completion by the first week in Dec.

Inside the college’s main building, the ever-growing Nursing Department and an all-new Wellness Room are on track to move into the area vacated by Child Care Resource & Referral. Construction of the Wellness Room is funded through a recent federal health training grant the college was awarded in Oct.

“We’re very excited to bring the Wellness Room to PTC. It will serve as a place of peace for students as they move through the ups and downs of college life,” says Director of Nursing, Krista Hoekstra. “For example, it will be a calm and inviting place where students are able to meditate. Also, it will serve as a more private place for breastfeeding mothers on campus. We want our students to relieve stress and discover a healthier and more balanced way of living while remaining efficient and productive,” Hoekstra explains.

The college also is making progress toward building an Entrepreneurship Center and Technology Business Incubator. PTC's current Continuing Education and Customized Training building will undergo significant construction and remodeling to house the incubator. Ground-breaking for this project is tentatively set for April, 2012, and the incubator’s first tenants may begin operations from the center sometime during the Fall, 2012 term.

The new Entrepreneurship Center and Technology Business Incubator will house light manufacturing and technology-based businesses working toward producing innovative products or services. The facility will be designed to house two to three start-up companies simultaneously, as well as comfortable meeting space. Additionally, the facility will be designed in a resource-efficient manner, using renewable energy.


Photo above: The new house, built by students in Pine City High School’s building trades course, is readied for occupancy at the northwest end of the campus.

How To Select Online Education Program?

Online education nowadays proves itself as a convenients method for spreading knowledge all over the world. It is used by the people who are busy or stay at home to get degrees they want. This service online exists in many kinds of programs and it asks you a lot of considerations before choosing one of them.

 

In enrolling and choosing from the many distance education programs, you must ask yourself what your fields of interests are. If you want to teach young children and develop your skills more in academics, then you need to go for the programs in Education. Aside from that, if your mind and heart is set for financing, accounting or managing a business, then you can also go for this kind of field. Get a medical course if you think that you are more interested in taking care of the sick.

 

After you have chosen the field that arouses your interest, you can try to consider what level of degree you want.

An associate degree is available if you would like to go for shorter courses and you want to get a degree at the earliest possible time. Moreover, there is also the usual bachelor's degree program that requires more time than the associate one and prepares you in getting online masters degree programs. You can even decide to go for the highest level which is the doctoral degree.

 

Learning more about these two things helps you decide if you would like to specialize on a certain area or not. Education, medicine and business are general fields and you need to be more specific on your choose. For instance, if you want to go for medical courses, you can choose between nursing, physical therapy, radiology and a lot more.

In education, you can choose from secondary or primary levels of education with a specific subject like for instance Mathematics or Science.

 

Once you have decided on these three things, your next move is to seek out what the qualifications and requirements are before you can get this course online. You must inquire if there are minor or specific subjects that you must already have before the course will be given to you online. Be mindful of other records and documents that the school will require so that you will be able to be in time for the start of instructions given by the said program.

 

These are the specific things that you have to bear in mind before you can enroll and avail the services of online degree programs. Be specific and firm on your choice because it will bring you to the chosen that you want to have in life. Just think of your strengths and your interests and you will have a good start in making your decision as to what program you will take.

 

Get ready for "Student Success Week!"

PTC brings you "Student Success Week," Oct. 24-28. The week highlights important topics for students such as Advising, Course Planning, Counseling, and Tutoring. The weeklong event brings into focus events/themes that students sometimes push to the side while mainly focusing on academics. There are no classes scheduled for the mid-week event, "Advising Day," Oct. 26, and instead, students are encouraged to meet with their advisors to ensure they are on track.

Daily highlights Student Success Week brings include:

Mon. Oct. 24
"Recipes for Success!"
Free recipe book available from Student Affairs, featuring quick and easy recipes perfect for any college student, plus "Recipes for Student Success!"

Also, students will have the opportunity to participate in a GPS scavenger hunt and win prizes from the Academic Skills Center.

Muffins and mini donuts available outside Student Affairs.

Tues. Oct. 25
"Math RoundUp!"
Students can get their very own booklet of Math Success hints, available in the ASC.

Also, don't miss a special presentation at 11 a.m. in the auditorium (room 20) from Lakes State Credit Union - a free workshop on personal finance.

Plus, rice-krispy bars available in the ASC and room 94.

Wed. Oct. 26
"Advising Day!"
Students in developmental coursework (except ECD and Nursing) encouraged to meet program advisors between 11 a.m. and 12 noon in room 270 for ice cream sundaes.

5th Annual Open House!
4 to 7 p.m. campus/college-wide -- students are encouraged to bring their friends and family and show off their Pine Pride and campus! Instructors and staff will be on hand to talk with prospective and inquiring students!

Thurs. Oct. 27
"Study Secrets and Resources!"
Student Senate and student clubs will be available in the lounge and halls to showcase their activities.

Open House in the Academic Skills Center AND in Student Affairs. Get re-acquainted and connected with support services.

Hot dogs and chips available at the bistro tables.

Fri. Oct. 28
"Staying Healthy!"
Surround yourself with positive people, and spend some time in the ASC getting unfinished work finished! Drawings for prizes in the ASC for attendance at weekly events, and popcorn at the bistro table area.

Choosing the Right Educational Program For You

There are many prominent differences between adults and children in regards to their learning factors. There are two different learning models categorized for adults and children. The adult learning model, andragogy, and the children's model, pedagogy, clearly demonstrate the differences. These learning models show how continuing your education by working toward online degrees is an excellent option for adults.

One of the most important differences is that while children usually need the assistance of an in-person teacher in order to learn properly and to do well, adults do not have this need. Adults are capable of learning on their own, knowing what needs to be done and processing the information, as well as being motivated and self-disciplined enough to carry out these tasks. Continuing your education online offers the average adult more options of being proficient and timely.

Achieving your goal of an online degree and education does not require supervision or in-person help.

Another reason why online degree programs are appropriate for an adult's continuing education is the difference between his general schedule and the schedule of a youngster. Most adults today have very busy schedules. Many need to balance a job and family responsibilities at the same time. Online education offers the adults a simpler way of taking classes at a local university or college. This helps them fit their education needs into their busy schedules. An online degree program will give you the opportunity to fit your studying time into your schedule. There are programs available for any busy lifestyle, we make it easy for you to continue your education no matter how demanding your life may be.

Online programs offer convenient studies for you to help accommodate your daily life.

Learning is also different for adults because adults have a different purpose for learning. While children may not take learning as seriously as they should, and not retain all they have been taught, learning which is intended for a specific purpose is easier, more focused, and more readily retained.

The continuing education program for online degrees target mostly the adults, because it helps fit their everyday needs. Whether you are considering a degree solely for personal enrichment, as a means to advance in your job, or are thinking about beginning a new career, online learning is education at its best. A world of opportunities is at your fingertips with a continuing education program that is perfect for you.

PTC part of $19.6 million federal health training grant

PTC will partner with nine other two-year colleges across the country in a $19.6 million federal workforce training grant that targets the health professions. The U.S. Department of Labor announced the grant in September as part of a $500 million round of workforce training awards to community colleges by the Obama administration.

Under the three-year grant program, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College will take the lead in the partnership program in what will be known as the “Health Professions Consortium.” Part of the impetus for the grant came from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation as a result of its research into a pioneering health workforce training program launched in Cincinnati. That program, known as the Health Careers Collaborative, has seen Cincinnati State, hospitals, and other organizations work together to help individuals acquire needed training to land jobs, or to improve their chances for promotion if they already have jobs.

Joining Cincinnati State and Pine Technical College in the grant program are: Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Minn.; El Centro College and Texarkana College, Texas; Ashland Community and Technical College and Jefferson Community and Technical College, Ky.; Owens Community College, Ohio; City Colleges of Chicago, Ill.; and Community College of the District of Columbia.

The consortium has three major goals:
• Provide low-skilled workers with adequate preparation, support and opportunities to complete postsecondary training in health professions that provide credentials aligned with job advancement;
• Expand and enhance the health care workforce with the competencies needed by industry;
• Build the capacity of community colleges to continuously assess student and employment outcomes and use the information to improve the quality of health professions programs.

PTC’s share of the grant totals about $1.7 million, and the college, in conjunction with the Healthcare Alliance, plans to expand its programs in healthcare training fields. The college currently offers programs in long-term care, nursing, and general health science, and with support from the grant, the college is tentatively planning to offer additional programs in limited scope X-ray technology, certified medical assisting (CMA), as well as phlebotomy and EKG certificates.

“This is an exciting moment for Pine Technical College. This grant will allow us to expand job training in healthcare, as well as work toward meeting critical workforce shortages in the industry,” says Robert Musgrove, Ph.D., Pine Technical College President. “The demand for healthcare professionals is expected to continue growing, and with our strategic partnership with the Healthcare Alliance, we remain on the forefront of pursuing innovative ways to expand our programs to strengthen the development of a skilled workforce. I congratulate all our partners on securing this significant award,” Musgrove adds.

What Is The Scope Of A Health Information Technology Program Online?

Before entering into the field of health information technology, the obvious question would be! What is the scope of a Health Information Technology Program Online? Well before going into further details, a description of health information technology is needed. Health Information Technology is a discipline encompassing information science, computer science and health care.

Health information technology basically deals with devices, resources and methods needed to maximize the acquisition, storage, retrieval and use of information for health and biomedicine. Health Information Technology uses computers, clinical guidelines and applies to nursing, clinical care, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, occupational therapy and medical research.

The scope of a health information technology program online is great because it is a vastly expanding field, and promises bright career prospects for recent entrants. For those already working in this field, continuing education insures rapid progress in their careers.

Health information technology is essential for the conversion of patient’s medical records. Physician’s procedure codes. Pharmacy records and other relevant data into electronic information. This includes using multimedia, audio, video and high resolution still images. This will also include transmission of patient’s records and other relevant information to other locations in the blink of any eye.

The above technology proceeds on real time communication, without relying on phones, fax or hard to read handwriting, and office files filled to bursting with paper work. The number of tests, treatments and procedures needed by insurance companies, regulators, courts and consumers has increased considerably, thereby requiring proper maintenance of records.

To enhance the scope of a health information technology program online, you need to enroll in the associate degree program that is offered through Schools or Health Sciences. Students are taught to collect, analyze, monitor, maintain and report health data. Students will be provided the opportunity to use computer systems, printers and other common computer peripherals.

The course offered in the online Health Information Technology Program is:

Introduction to the Health Care Record, Release of personal health information, Human Diseases, Anatomy and physiology, Organization of Health Care Delivery, Health Care Statistics, Medical and Drug Technology, , Health Care reimbursement systems, Supervision and Personnel Management in Health Care, Health care Data Sets and Specialized Registries, CPT coding, Utilization, Risk and Compliance Management, and Advanced Coding.

The scope of a health information technology program online is usually based on class schedule. The associate degree online program is eight quarters, as a typical class session is between 4 to 5 hours. Complete details are easily available over the Internet regarding the courses.

Employers prefer to hire to candidates who are Registered Health Information Technicians. For this after graduation, the student must pass a certificate examination administered by the Commission on Certification of Health and Information Management.

Online Degree For An Ultrasound Technician

In order to become a Good Ultrasound Technician you must have an online degree for an ultrasound technician. There are online degrees for ultrasound technicians available via online schools. The most important thing to consider while opting for an online degree for an ultrasound technician is the fact that the online institute you apply to must be accredited and recognized by potential employers.

Accreditation is important, never apply for an online school which is not recognized and authenticated by the state or the educational department of the United States. An ultrasound technician is someone who helps doctors to come to a proper decision by providing detailed information about a patient’s disease through something called ultrasound. Through ultrasound many diseases can be diagnosed.

Through proper ultrasound training and an online degree in ultrasound technology you can gain the skills necessary to practice your skills in hospitals. You will have the qualification to practice this technology for any hospital or health care department, provided that you work hard and study well.

There are now online schools which are providing a degree in ultrasound to students who want to become ultrasound technicians. Online degree programs are especially important for those students who cannot manage to take a break from work and attend classes. Due to the advent in Internet technology you can now easily study at home while working part time.

Curriculum and courses are made to be flexible and are versatile. Ultrasound courses which include medical terminologies, anatomy, training and training to use imaging machine to perform ultrasound on patients are also included in online ultrasound degree programs.

Your employment in the healthcare sector as an ultrasound technician will also allow you to work with patients on a one to one basis. In order to get employed as an ultrasound technician normally employers require an associate’s degree in ultrasound. If you choose to follow a generalized degree path then you can also acquire a bachelor’s degree in ultrasound.

In the case of an associate’s degree in ultrasound it will only allow you to get employment on an entry level position. But a bachelor’s in ultrasound will give you the chance to flourish further with advanced knowledge and skills. You will also have to work as internees at an ultrasound facility where training is required.

To know more about the advantages of an online degree for an ultrasound technician it is strongly suggested that you use the Internet to obtain more detailed information.

Top Nursing Schools Campus And Online In Southern MI

If you are the kind of person who likes to help people and you are genuinely interested in the healthcare business then applying for Top Nursing Schools Campus and online in southern MI is the perfect option for you. If you live in the state of Michigan then you are in luck because there are some top nursing schools campus and online in southern MI.

But the problem with most people is that they have a hard time believing that there are top nursing schools campuses and online in southern MI which offer the best nursing courses and programs. But there are indeed schools which provide online education in the most standardized manner.

Online nursing schools can also become your fast track to earning a handsome amount of money. So how can these online nursing schools help you ask? Well if you are reading this article then it shows that you are indeed interested in knowing the possibilities of becoming an educated practicing nurse.

First of all, you can turn your passion and interest of nursing into a bright career. You can do this by acquiring an associate degree in nursing in just 2 years. There is an increase in the demand for nurses, and this demand keeps increasing. Many nurses now earn around $40,000 to $50,000 annually.

This is due to the increase of senior citizens amongst the population and the demand thus, is increasing considerably. Likewise, nursing schools which are online are busy educating and training more nurses. If you are a qualified nurse and have attained your education from top nursing schools campus and online in southern MI then there will not be shortage of jobs for you. All you have to do is pick your daily newspaper and find yourself a suitable nursing job prospect.

On the contrary there is a considerable shortage of nurses. Some employers award the person a cash reward if he or she accepts the job.

In addition to all this you can get over with your education in nursing much quicker. Online nursing schools even provide very reasonable and affordable study packages.

According to a statistics research made by the United States Department of Labor, in the next four years around 2,800,000 jobs will be created in the healthcare industry. And some of the online schools which teach nursing are offering courses and degree programs which can be completed in just 13 months.

Online Education Terms - What Is a Single District Online Program?

Persons seeking to enter the field of business can benefit from an MBA program online. An online MBA program can help a person to earn a degree in business, a title that will give them maximum earning potential in the field of business. Thanks to the Internet, getting an MBA is easier than ever, students no longer have access to classes at a traditional university.

For an online MBA degree an individual is granted a series of incredible benefits. The material to be studied and lessons that are offered online, allowing students to take classes in your lifestyle every time they participate in the study. In addition, to obtain an MBA online, students manage to save a significant amount of money, there are costs that are associated with attending a traditional school that are not in any way related to the survey line.

Of course, the benefits do not stop there, online students are truly amazed at the amount of benefits they receive when they engage in studying online, students can access the classroom, when appropriate, there is little to no need travel, and timid students do not feel the anxiety that is easy to be produced by crowded in a traditional classroom.

Students must meet the requirements of an online institution to successfully enroll. By visiting an online mba program web site, the person can access information about enrollment, tuition, and may have the benefit of reviewing a wide range of courses. The course catalog can give the prospective student a good idea of the work that lies ahead if the plan is to enroll in an MBA program online.

In addition, a prospective student can benefit from reading the page for answers to frequently asked questions on most university websites: many students have similar questions and a prospective student can address some of the questions you may have about online university and the enrollment process.

Accredited online executive mba are quite above and offer students myriad educational paths. Students can study full or part time, taking no less than six to eighteen credits at a time. By allowing students to study in a way that suits their personal needs, students can maintain their lifestyles and jobs while they study. In addition, online institutions allow students to use different means of financial assistance to help pay for the cost of their extensive college education.

An Online Fashion Design Degree Can Help Turning In A Fashion Expert

To have expertise in one field requires basic and advance knowledge and proper training. To seek a career in fashion can be fruitful for those who are interested in it. An Online Fashion Design Degree can help turning in a fashion expert and become a part of the fashion industry. To opt for an online degree you have to follow the right procedure.

Students should search for online fashion design degree programs and for career paths they can have after earning this degree. They need to know where this particular study will lead them to and how bright can their future be. To answer these questions you have to search what fashion design is all about.

Online fashion design degree programs include a study of history of fashion, various trends, drawing, sketching, stitching/ sewing and working with color combination and style. The more you study and look for the trends to be followed in the contemporary fashion world the more it will help you enhance your fashion skills.

This particular degree is only justified if one has keen interest in making an effort to polish his/her aesthetic sense and creativity. These two basic components then help to build a mind which can further work upon innovative ideas.

Fashion is a vast field to study by looking at its scope in the industry. People can never get enough of clothes and changing trends, which set designers a part and make their work worthy. To have a future in fashion designing means to stay focused to what fashion has to offer and keep you updated with new fashion every now and then.

An online fashion degree can help turning in a fashion expert would not be wrong to say because of the opportunities it has to offer. Online fashion design degree programs include associate, bachelors and masters program for every student who wants to be a designer.

These programs include certain courses to have complete knowledge of basic and advance methods used in fashion. They are fashion design, stitching/ sewing, sketching/ drawing, textile, and pattern making, CAD, and fashion business.

To be successful in a career students have to make efforts to become experts as this is the only key to have a name in the fashion industry. Therefore, an online fashion design degree can help turning in a fashion expert which then can benefit you to have your own boutique. Hence, the options are numerous after earning an online fashion design degree in the present fashion world.

Things to Keep in Mind When Searching for Schools

Schools play an essential part in building one’s future. It’s quite difficult to search for a school that fits you 100%. Different schools may be suitable to you for diverse reasons. It’s up to you to search for a school that best agrees with you for quite a lot of reasons. There are many things to keep in mind when searching for schools; either traditional or online.

You should be able to fit academically and socially in tradition schools. By academically it means that the school should offer the majors and classes of your interest. You have to keep in mind whether you are comfortable with class size, teaching style of various professors and lecturers, amount of teacher student interaction and level of academic competition among other students.

Furthermore you should also consider if the school gives information that could be applied in practical life and not just abstract ideas. Apart from academic education, you should also focus on the suitability of school in terms on social attitude. You should make sure that you are comfortable with the level of diversity, surroundings and the atmosphere around the campus. Search about the availability of academic, athletic, recreational and social club. This could be done by doing research and survey of various schools. Take some classes, eat in school cafeteria, go to parties, chat with professors, students and alumni and uncover their experience.

An online school is a cyber school that teaches courses via internet. When searching for online schools, first of all outline your interest, your goals and learning style. Choose a program to enroll such as an associate, bachelors or diploma degree in your desired field of interest. If you have already acquired a bachelor’s degree then join a master’s program. Specify the time for studies. Go for accredited schools that are at least five years old and offer online classes at the hour that suits you. Also prefer online schools that offer traditional classes as well thus having more experience. Find out whether that school offers scholarships, work study and loans for financial aids as private online educational institutes can be pretty expensive. It’s best if that online school is located nearby, as some programs require campus visit now and again.

The things to keep in mind when searching for schools can be a time consuming and hectic. If you are not comfortable with the chosen school, then you can avail the option of transferring. You are free to switch to another school where you feel at ease.

But I believe if you read this article; things to keep in mind when searching for schools thoroughly and practice upon it before choosing a school; you will not face such a situation!

PTC helps bring the Highway 61 Film Fest to life

The Highway 61 Film Festival comes to Pine Technical College this weekend, Oct. 14 and 15. The festival will feature 39 short and feature-length films. Doors open at the PTC auditorium (room 20) at 6 p.m. Friday for the first session of films. The price for each session of films is only $5.

FULL SCHEDULE

FRIDAY EVENING 6:30 pm @ Pine Technical College Auditorium

What If?
Director: Noah Schwell • Comedy • 6 min
A boy discovers what it's like to have all his wishes suddenly answered.

Boundary Waters
Director: Lee Houghtaling • Drama • 36 min
A gruff loner who lives in a remote cabin faces financial pressures and the encroachment of outsiders that threaten his way of life.

Five Bucks Til Friday
Director: Zach Hamill • Comedy • 28 min
Goofy slacker Scott wakes up Monday morning with five dollars to his name... and has to make it last for five frustratingly eventful days.

Stories Next Door
Director: Jeff Weihe • Documentary • 28 min
A close-up look at innovative programs that connect youth and seniors to record and celebrate local history as part of the Minnesota Historical Society's statewide Sharing Community Stories initiative.

Lumber Jill
Director: Tucker Lucas • Comedy • 29 min
Jill LeBlah, an urban misfit, decides to finally seek her birth parents. Her journey leads her to Cloquet, an old logging town in northern Minnesota, where she, in the midst of magical lumberjacks and talking taxidermy discovers … a home?

Songs to Enemies and Deserts
Directors: David Martinez and Shane Bauer • Documentary • 35 min
In Darfur, an area of Sudan controlled by two factions of armed rebels, farmers and herders go about with their daily lives as they interact with the rebels. It’s been said that 95 percent of a war is waiting, and this film is about that part: when the conflict comes to a standstill, and the men with guns become part of everyday existence. Life is hard in Darfur, but it continues on nonetheless.

FRIDAY LATE NIGHT 10pm @ Danny C's BeachRocks Resort

Recreation
Director: James Vogel • Documentary • 8 min
An observational documentary about drug use, and how it relates to our social activities.

All Over the Walls
Directors: Ryan Anderson, Greg Paape, Joe Galegher, Jake Johnson, and Alex Grangaard • Documentary • 77 min
This documentary follows eccentric and charismatic mixed media artist and body painter Jacob as he pursues his dream of building an art gallery that doubles as an underground party space in downtown Minneapolis. Experience the many difficulties and meet the collection of characters Jacob encounters.

The True Story of Peter Pan
Director: James Vogel • Comedy • 13 min
A mocumentary about what might happen if Peter Pan existed in the real world.

Night Surf
Director: Brittany Gustafson • Drama • 16 min
In an alternate reality where the Nazis won WWII and are now creating human-animal hybrids, the lives of five people intersect at a top secret medical facility.

Cocainine
Director: Jack Deflorin • Action/Horror • 20 min
A villainous plan to sell moondust as a drug brings chaos and murder to the city, and a detective is forced to get up earlier than he wanted to.

Your Mother's a Hunt
Director: John Karsko • Comedy • 14 min
Meeting her boyfriend's mom for the first time, a young woman goes toe to toe with her when the discover each is hiding a supernatural secret.

Hunting Buddies
Director: Bill Cooper • Action/Horror • 77 min
Old friends gather for a weekend of fun and hunting. But when one of them goes missing, dark secrets emerge.

SATURDAY 11:30 am • Family-Friendly @ Pine Technical College Auditorium

Rhythm Sticks
Director: Kristin Seuntjens • Animation (Not for competition) • 28 min
The whole family will love visiting the wonderful world of Rhythm Sticks, where learning about music is always fun!

Spaceman from Space
Director: Jack Deflorin • Comedy • 3 min
When a young space cadet crash-lands on an unknown planet he is forced to survive without a bunch of stuff, and in his search for stuff he finds himself in a battle of wits with the local inhabitants.

Whistle
Director: Mike Gainor • Comedy • 8 min
An unhappy boy looks for a cure for his sadness, and finds it... at the Pine County Fair!

Underwater Ocean Visit
Director: Bonnie Menigo • Documentary • 23 min
Join scuba divers as they discover underwater creatures in a world few people get to see.

Welcome to America: 50 states in 50 days
Director: Rodney Johnson • Documentary • 90 min
Roger Johnson and his travel partner Haley Chamberlain began a journey to all 50 United States in only 50 days. Starting in New York City, the two drove over 15,000 miles ending their journey in Honolulu, Hawaii on the 4th of July.

SATURDAY AFTERNOON 2:30pm @ Pine Technical College Auditorium

Ink Blots
Director: Sara Maki • Documentary (Not for competition) • 5 min
A trailer version of a documentary exploring the meanings and reasons for people's tattoo choices.

Out of Character
Director: Barbara P. Flees • Drama • 21 min
The world inside the mind of author Zander – once a heavy drinker and womanizer. He cleaned up his act and is ready to move on by killing his main character, Zeke, who represents Zander's unpleasant past. As he considers his options, Zeke tries to dissuade Zander from ending his book series.

Games Men Play
Director: Norm Barnhart • Comedy • 3 min
A news report on the destructive and addicting game that is sweeping the nation.

Cento
Director: Michael Thompson • Animation • 5 min
A strange and mysterious exploration of art and meaning.

Sun Gods
Director: Nial Hopkins • Drama • 16 min
When a stranger rolls into town with only a map to his name, he enlists two brothers to guide him on his journey.

Masquerade
Director: Jennifer Prettyman • Drama • 27 min
Two lost souls are brought together through an evening of drinks and conversation at a local bar.

Payback Time
Director: Mark Kopischke • Comedy • 7 min
An inventor uses his time-travel machine to wreak revenge on enemies and former girlfriends.

Harold Crumb
Director: Christopher Jopp • Drama • 24 min
Poor Harold. Too many fortune cookies to fill, and that yellow rabbit always out of reach...

The Suit
Director: Adam Chown • Comedy • 7 min
After receiving their tax refund, two friends purchase new suits with the sole intention of destroying them.

Lambent Fuse
Director: Matt Cici • Drama • 99 min
The choices of a depressive man, a kleptomaniac, two amateur thieves, a mysterious chef, and a corrupt cop cause their intertwining lives and dynamic outcomes.

SATURDAY EVENING 6:30pm @ Pine Technical College Auditorium

Love Notes
Director: Canyon Lalama • Action/Horror • 11 min
Lovelorn Victor is rejected by his beloved Henrietta. He is in the process of killing himself when he finds a magical accordion on the train tracks. He uses the accordion's magic to try and seduce Henrietta, but it backfires when she is stabbed by a fork. Victor must defeat the evil accordion and come to terms with the rejection.

Stitches
Director: Mason Makram • Action/Horror • 13 min
Jolene is wanted for the murder of a state trooper. Bullet wound in her stomach, she must do whatever it takes to get a passport to the border to Canada.

Bloodshed Love
Director: Mason Makram • Action/Horror • 17 min
1927: Handyman Daniel Coyle is called to yet another job at the house of the beautiful Becky Darling. As love buds, his boss takes him to a speakeasy where he finds Becky in the lap of her procurer, McLintock, whom Coyle discovers is her procurer. Coyle convinces her to stand up for herself, but McLintock will have the final say. Instead of taking her to a new life, Coyle finds ...

Roadside Assistance
Director: Mark Kopischke • Comedy • 8 min
Stranded in the middle of nowhere with a flat tire, an unhappy couple's journey to find a jack turns into a bizarre adventure as they meet some interesting characters along the way.

Dope Sick
Director: Elijah Woodcock • Action/Horror • 18 min
Todd Parker finds himself lost in a maze of a rundown hotel. Lovely Terra Crowe guides him through the twists and turns of his own mind in an attempt to escape his doomed fate.

Birthmarked for Death
Director: Matt Olson • Comedy • 8 min
A reluctant hitman and an inept informant bond over substitute teaching on the way to an execution.

Ghost from the Machine
Director: Matt Osterman • Action/Horror • 86 min
A young man, raising his even younger brother after the death of their parents, plunges himself into the murky science of the supernatural and invents a machine intended to be a conduit to the other side. He reaches an unintended level of success that not only threatens his safety, but also those around him.

SATURDAY LATE NIGHT 10pm @ Danny C's BeachRocks Resort • Adult content

The Missing Frame
Director: Elijah Woodcock • Action/Horror • 12 min
After finding his wife's dead body in their motel room, Johnny Keys goes on a hunt to find the man responsible. His only clue a car with a busted out back window he sees fleeing the scene.

Attack of the Moon Zombies
Director: Christopher R. Mihm • Action/Horror • 99 min
On Jackson Lunar Base, scientists stumble upon a seemingly impossible discovery: alien plant life on the surface of the moon! Unfortunately, exposure to the spores of this otherworldly flora cause instant death. Too bad those killed by them don't stay dead, and want nothing more than to replicate!

Some Fangs
Directors: Mark L. Nielson and Destiny Soria • Action/Horror • 9 min
A girl gets revenge on her human ex-boyfriend after a mysterious vampire turns her into one of the undead.

Potpourri
Director: Brandon Van Vliet • Action/Horror • 90 min
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College Grants for Online Accounting Degree

For the students who want to study further need Financial Assistance, Grants are a superb way to finance their college education. Grants do not leave the liability for students to pay back, like loans. Grants are free money similar to scholarship. Usually federal and state government provide grants to needy students based on variety of merits.

It’s a prolific decision to make your career in accounting field. Online accounting degree is an investment for a bright future. Financial aids are always provided by different colleges and Government to students so that they do not face any trouble to achieve their career goals. There are plenty of colleges and universities like Baker College, university of phoenix, Kaplan University which aim to provide high quality education and training to their students. They help them financially in form of grants so that they can pursue higher education without the heavy burden of loans.

There are two types of grants being given to students, one is need based and other is merit based. In need based grants students are being provided the financial aids without having to pay it back. These are the students who are unable to pay for the courses and parents also do not have the resources. Merit based is given to students who have special skills or ability, possess particular expertise or talent in a field, have above average grades or are enrolled in specific program are being awarded with the grants. In this case only student’s merit is being judged regardless of their financial need. If they are doing well, they deserve to be awarded.

Besides college and government there are other sources of aid, such as corporations, civic association, unions, fraternal organizations and religious groups. Many Grants for online accounting degree come from private accounting organization. They work nationwide and assist students to prepare themselves for tomorrow. The requirements for receiving grant are that students need to submit their GPAs and transcripts and a short personal statement or essay. So that their capabilities can be evaluated and proper decision can be made for providing grants. It is a great way to fund an education and emerge into accounting field with lesser fees to pay.

Design Jobs for Online Graphic Design Program Graduate

There are unlimited openings for design jobs for Online Graphic Design Program graduate in the electronic media, in the print media, in corporations, with architectural renderers, in advertising agencies and now the Internet.

Animation is one of the design gobs for Online Graphic Design Program graduate. An animator creates a series of drawings bringing an idea to life. Most animators now use specialized computer programs to draw and animate their ideas. Even with the computers, the animator must have the fundamental understanding of drawing, including animation and film.

In design jobs for Online Graphic Design Program graduate, animators develop characters backgrounds and stories in computer games. Animators also provide graphics designs for educational programs, movies, television shows and advertisements. Other animators provide special graphic animations for website and other projects.

The animator works with others as he/she will produce the characters, and the others supply the voices for the animator’s creations. The animator’s job consists of:

- Developing, creating animated characters and backgrounds for film and video Modifying and revising artwork when required

- Having comprehensive knowledge of computer programs for making artwork and graphic designing

- Working with the creative team to draw and animate characters within the program or script

- Obtaining specifications from clients for the project

Also include the fact in your design jobs for Online Graphic Design Program graduate, that the digital era has ushered in work for designing thousands of web pages, video games, animation and many other jobs related to the electronic media are being created daily.

Design jobs for Online Graphic Design Program graduate cover literally all ends of the creative spectrum. Some of the most popular available jobs include:

- Creative/Art Director is in charge of creative teams producing artwork for magazines, television and billboards.

- Layout Artist works with the structure and layout of images and text.

- Brand Identity Design is concerned with visual aspects of any company, and the organizations brand or identity.

- Logo Designer designs logos in a sketched or graphically designed symbol in a specific typeface and font, arranging it in a distinct way to represent the company.

- Flash Designer is the most fashionable and latest technology used in Web design.

- Illustrator creates conceptions and illusions that are the blue prints of an idea or a story, through two dimensional images.

- Technical Illustrator conceptualizes and creates three dimensional images, storyboard sketches and moving animations for animated productions, television commercials, movies and computer games.

- Photo Editing or Photoshop Artist helps professional photographers and designers to bring their images to life through advertisements, magazines layouts, billboards and logos.

- Multimedia Designer Jobs are found mostly with television channels or film productions, animation, audio production and set designing.

- Web Designers create pages, layout and graphics for web pages.

Nursing Online Degree Programs Prove To Be Very Convenient And Flexible

Nurses are an integral part of the healthcare industry. They assist doctors and physicians in diagnosing and treating different diseases. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nurses hold around 2.5 million jobs in the United States healthcare industry.

In this article you will find that Nursing Online Programs prove to be very convenient and flexible.

If you are interested in pursuing your career in the field of nursing, an online nursing program is a good option for you. Nursing online degree programs prove to be very convenient and flexible for you. There are various online nursing schools offering online certified nursing program (CPN), online registered nursing program (RN) or online licensed practical nursing program (LPN). You may also pursue an online bachelors or masters’ degree in nursing if you want more opportunities in the healthcare industry.

An online nursing degree program will be convenient for you in terms of cost and time savings. You will save your travel expenditures required to reach a conventional nursing school. You will also save your travel time if you opt for an online nursing degree program.

Nursing online degree program prove to be very convenient and flexible particularly for women. Since the number of women in nursing profession is more than men, an online nursing degree program gives women the flexibility to access online classrooms from their homes. Therefore women can maintain a right balance between their family life and education. An online degree program is also beneficial for married women. With the help of an online nursing degree program married women get the flexibility of performing different household work and child care apart from their education.

The convenience and flexibility of a nursing online degree program is not just limited to women but it also offers benefits to men. They can maintain a balance between their work life and education. If you are employed somewhere and work in the morning, you may access online nursing classrooms during night.

An online nursing degree program offered by online schools also gives free access to different digital libraries. With the help of these digital libraries, you may get access to different learning resources at any time during 24 hours. The job prospects of an online nursing degree are found in healthcare centers, hospitals and private clinics. Nurses also provide specialized health care services to different patients at their homes.

Therefore if this article has helped you in identifying that nursing online degree programs prove to be very convenient and flexible, you should opt for an online nursing degree program.

What Is The Scope Of A Healthcare Administration Program Online

This article will explore that what is the scope of a Healthcare Administration Program Online.

Healthcare administration is a degree which offers specialization in knowledge of the healthcare industry. Students who pursue an online degree in healthcare find job opportunities in hospitals management, healthcare policy, population health, information management of healthcare and other healthcare issues. It is expected that the healthcare industry will grow much faster in the future due to many researches and innovations in this industry.

In order to pursue career in healthcare administration, students require a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration from a certified institution. If you are looking for more job opportunities, you should opt for a master degree in healthcare administration. A healthcare administration program online offers you healthcare specialization with flexibility. You will find a healthcare administration program online much flexible as compared to a traditional one.

Before registering yourself in this program you might think “what is the scope of a healthcare administration program online”. There are many opportunities for those who register themselves in a healthcare administration program online. These opportunities are available in home healthcare, consulting firms, hospitals and ambulatory care services etc.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the healthcare industry can be divided in to various segments. These segments include hospitals, nursing facilities, residential care facilities, outpatient care centers and medical laboratories. Each of these healthcare segments has a wide scope. Therefore students who register themselves in a healthcare administration program online find many job opportunities in these diverse segments.

You will find many other opportunities as well after pursuing a healthcare administration program online. Nowadays the number of hospitals and healthcare centers are increasing. This increase has created many opportunities in the healthcare industry. There are entry levels, mid levels and senior level positions.

For healthcare administrators entry level positions include healthcare assistants, healthcare service provider and marketing assistants. An online healthcare administration program gives you the flexibility to start your career from these entry level positions along with online education.

Mid-level positions of healthcare administrators include directors of laboratories, managers of administration department in hospitals, managers in healthcare centers and healthcare controllers. Senior level positions for healthcare administrators include chief executive officers, vice president and president of hospitals or healthcare centers.

The specialized courses of a healthcare administration program online equip students with management and administration theories, organizational behavior, healthcare laws and regulations, organizational structure of healthcare centers.

Thus this article can help you if you are worried about what is the scope of a healthcare administration program online.