If you feel called to a career in social work, you likely have a passion for making a positive impact in your community. While it’s well-known that social work careers are in demand, you might not know that many roles offer highly competitive salaries. In fact, the median social work salary was about 24 percent […]
Social workers play a pivotal role in supporting vulnerable populations throughout the United States. That said, your success will depend on getting the right education and licensure for your goals, so it’s important to do your homework when you decide to enter the social work field — especially if you plan to become a licensed […]
What Is the Significance of Evidence-Based Practice in Mental Health? Over recent years, the mental healthcare community has put increasing emphasis on evidence-based practice. When licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCCs) use treatments that have been proven through research, they deliver better outcomes for the patients they serve. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota provides an M.A. […]
There are many advantages to earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA). A higher credential opens the door to many opportunities, whether it’s to climb the company ladder, expand a business venture, or pursue new positions or careers. MBA programs come with their challenges, however. They feature an intense courseload delivering new information that can […]
Completing a doctorate program can help you advance in your career and accomplish your goals. If you’re interested in a doctorate, you may be considering both a Doctor of Education degree (EdD) or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). At Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, we offer EdD in Leadership and Executive EdD in Leadership programs that prepare […]
Do you want to be a teacher but don’t have a bachelor’s degree in education? Fortunately, there are still ways to pursue a career in teaching. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers a Master of Arts in Teaching for students from a variety of educational backgrounds. Students with almost any bachelor’s degree can enroll to turn […]
Virtual counseling has been around for a few years, but it has become increasingly prevalent since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s convenient, accessible, and reduces overhead costs for counselors, making it many people’s preferred way to receive – and deliver – mental health care. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers an online Master’s […]
If you feel called to make a difference, humanitarian work is among the best places to do it. Nonprofit organizations devote are committed to aiding people in need, from healthcare and disaster relief to advocacy groups. However, you may be wondering what degree to pursue to work in this important sector. Saint Mary’s University of […]
Information technology (IT) project management faces unique challenges. With complex projects and constantly evolving customer demands, team members need to stay flexible. Agile project management is a popular model that allows developers to adapt as they work. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota offers an M.S. in Information Technology Project Management program that can help aspiring project […]
The world needs law and order to help protect us and keep our communities flourishing. However, the safety of our society requires motivated and passionate individuals to take on jobs in the criminal justice system. If you’re a police officer looking to advance, or you previously started a degree in criminal justice and want to […]