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[Featured image] A person in a yellow shirt and black jacket sits at a table working on their resume. They're looking to their right like they're thinking about something.

How Far Back Should a Resume Go?

Generally, experts recommend keeping about 10 to 15 years of work experience on your resume, but that guidance changes depending on your professional history.

January 24, 2022

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[Featured image] Woman in a yellow sweater with glasses looking at a resume

How to List Resume References: A Job Seeker's Guide + Sample

Instead of including references on your resume, learn how to create a resume reference list that you can provide to recruiters upon request.

January 24, 2022

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[Featured Image] A nurse wearing a mask and scrubs is using a tablet while standing in a hospital unit.

What Is a Nurse Practitioner? Your Career Guide

Learn what types of skills and education you'll need to embark on a rewarding health care career as a nurse practitioner.

January 21, 2022

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[Featured image] A certified medical assistant in a white lap coat looks at lab results with a physician.

What Is a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)?

A certified medical assistant’s role combines administrative tasks with clinical duties like taking patient histories and recording vital signs. Learn more about what certified medical assistants do and how to become one.

January 21, 2022

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