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FastForward Blog: Student Tips

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How to Find a Great Mentor 

Having a professional mentor can be a great support system in your career journey as a student or new employee. Mentors can offer advice, share their experiences, connect you with opportunities and support you when things feel tough.   But how do you actually find a mentor?…

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Preparing for Certification Exams: Study Tips and Resources 

Pre-exam anxiety keeps many people up at night. While it’s tough to completely shake off those nerves, thoughtful preparation can ease some of that stress.   Whether you are preparing for a certification in nursing, education or facilities maintenance, with the right approach, you’ll walk into the…

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Getting Hired with a Criminal Background

A criminal background doesn’t have to define your future. Today, there are many programs championing second chances, offering workforce training opportunities designed to help individuals with past convictions build meaningful, well-paying careers.   We talked to our FastForward Career Coaches, who work with justice-impacted individuals every day,…

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Top 10 reasons to complete workforce training

At the time this article is going up, unemployment in Virginia is hovering around 6%, but job openings haven’t quite recovered across the board. Workforce As the demand for jobs across the commonwealth continues to grow, having the right skills and training can make all the…

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Four Tips for a Successful Online Learning Experience

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual learning has become a staple for many educational institutions to provide flexibility for students and teachers alike who prefer online methods of learning. For some FastForward students enrolling in an upcoming program, online learning can pose a bit of a challenge,…

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Tips When Looking to Move Up the Career Ladder

Deciding to change jobs or return to school can be overwhelming, but what if you could fast-track your career growth without making a drastic change? By engaging with your employer and staying up to date with industry trends, you can unlock new opportunities for advancement through…

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