Born in Yuba City, Geeta Brown is the middle of five children, with two older twin sisters and two younger sisters. Her mother was an immigrant from India, and her father’s side had been in California only a few generations longer. Her father was originally a farmer in Northern California but had suffered some significant...
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Top 10 Rapidly Growing Allied Health CareersWhat is the FAFSA? A Guide to Federal Student Aid for College Students!
College can be one of the most transformative investments in your future—but it also comes with serious financial responsibility. In the U.S., the average annual cost of college is: For many, these costs are simply not feasible without financial aid. One of the most important tools to access funding is the FAFSA. What is the FAFSA? FAFSA stands for Free...
Trade School Careers: High Demand Job Opportunities For Graduates
The economy is currently experiencing a nationwide labor shortage of skilled jobs. Employers are finding it tough to fill these gaps for many reasons. The biggest reason is that their skilled labor is retiring en masse. Baby boomers that decided to work into their 70s are unable or unwilling to continue working to the bone....
Electrician Industry Trends and Career Forecast
According to the BLS, as of November 2019, Job prospects for electricians are expected to rise by 10% between now and 2028. This is faster than the national average for all occupations. If you have ever considered working as an electrician, now may be the perfect time to get started. If you have good hand-eye...
Women in the HVAC Industry
According to the BLS, as of November 2019, in 2018, only 1.4% of HVAC mechanics and installers in the U.S. were female. Regardless of where you live in the country, having access to heating or air conditioning is essential for comfort. There is nothing worse than having a heater go out in the dead of...
HVAC Job Outlook: Why Technicians Are in Higher Demand Than Ever
Approximately 80 percent of US construction companies can’t find qualified workers to work on their projects. There are not enough new construction professionals to replace those who are retiring. This fact is especially true for HVAC technicians. The HVAC job outlook is healthier than ever before. Read further to find out why HVAC technicians are...
Fast Track to Success: The Top 10 Fastest Growing Allied Health Careers
Are you passionate about helping people in a healthcare setting, and in search of the best career options for you? Since 2017, according to the BLS, as of November 2019, healthcare has held the largest share of jobs compared to any other sector, and that is only expected to continue. Moreover, becoming a medical doctor...
How Long Does It Take to Become an Electrician?
Are you interested in becoming an electrician? It can be an exciting and rewarding career choice. According to the BLS, as of November 2019, the job outlook shows that demand will be higher than the average between now and 2028. You have to take a process and a path to become an electrician. How long...
What Is an Electrical Trainee Card and How Do I Obtain One?
If you’re interested in becoming an electrician in California, be aware of one thing. This career doesn’t happen overnight! Your first step is to become an electrical trainee, eligible to work on job sites as you work towards your professional license. Read further to find out more about how to qualify for an electrical...
Why Trade School Careers Are in High Demand: Addressing the Skilled Labor Shortage
The U.S. economy is experiencing a nationwide labor shortage in skilled trades. Many employers are struggling to fill these roles due to a wave of retirements among experienced workers and a declining interest in trade careers. This shift has created a significant opportunity for those seeking stable and potentially lucrative careers. Unlike traditional four-year colleges,...










