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How to Become a Medical Office Manager: What You Need to Know

As a Medical Office Manager, you would be an important member of a healthcare team. Just as doctors and nurses are responsible for the care of their patients, you would be responsible for the care of a physician’s office or clinic department. If you’d like to enter this personally and financially rewarding career, you’ll need

How Would an Ed.D. Program Help You Excel in Your Business Career?

Corporate America often turns to academia when on the search for critical thinkers who have advanced degrees. The practice is so common, in fact, that the private sector now employs nearly as many Ph.D.s as educational institutions do. But while Ph.D. scholars focus on theoretical studies, those in Ed.D. programs learn practical skills that are

NAU’s Affordability | Interview with Stephanie Jones

When National American University rolled out its new tiered tuition structure last month it was cheered by our team as a game-changer. The program rewards a student’s commitment to their education by providing reductions per credit hour as they progress through an undergraduate program. That means the closer you get to graduation the more of

Alumni Spotlight: LaShae Johnson

National American University alumna LaShae Johnson shares how having a professor who cared, positively impacted her educational journey. LaShae Johnson received an associate degree in professional legal services and a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from National American University. She is a six-year veteran of the United States Army and owns her own small business,

COVID-19 is Changing the Future of Healthcare

Many areas of healthcare were already evolving to meet the challenges of rising costs, competing priorities, and a lack of resources. COVID-19 brought some of these issues to a tipping point. We asked our NAU healthcare faculty members, some of whom are on the front lines of providing care, what’s changing as a result of

How to Get a Higher Return on Your College Investment

It’s a fact that higher education pays. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics employees with a bachelor’s degree earn an average of 60% more per year than those with no education beyond a high school diploma. That additional salary goes a long way toward increasing the return on investment for an undergraduate degree. And

4 Ways to Further Your Education During Social Distancing

While coronavirus has made social distancing our new normal, self-isolation can be psychologically overwhelming, especially for those who aren’t able to work. Mental health experts agree that maintaining a routine, staying connected online and keeping your mind engaged can help you feel more in control. What better way to make the most of downtime

Coronavirus and Career Opportunities in Healthcare

Even before COVID-19 came along, the healthcare industry was one of the fastest growing job sectors in the U.S. workforce. While recent headlines have focused on the immediate need for front line physicians and nurses, there is currently an even greater need for managers and administrative staff across the healthcare spectrum, to handle everything from

Student Spotlight: Johnny Brandes

Henley-Putnam doctoral student Johnny Brandes shares his passion and his perspective on the value of online learning. Johnny is a Major in the United States Air Force stationed at Barksdale AFB, Louisiana. He is currently the Chief, Analysis and Innovation Division, at the Standoff Munitions Application Center (SMAC), Joint-Global Strike Operations Center (J-GSOC), Air Forces

NAU Promotes Faculty to Full Professorship

In February of 2020, National American University (NAU) had the opportunity to promote two adjunct faculty members to Professor. Professor Ethan W. Schmidt has been practicing law for about 30 years and has taught a variety of classes at NAU for 8 years. Dr. Herb Kemp is a lifelong intelligence and national security professional, with

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