Given the availability of new, life-changing technologies, there are increasing career opportunities for visually impaired people. The American Foundation for the Blind has done extensive research about how technology can break down workplace barriers for blind people and what obstacles still impact employment outcomes. In this research, 59% of respondents struggled to…
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12 Great Jobs for People With ADHD
ADHD is an often misunderstood condition. It may or may not be an illness, and some say it is just a different way of seeing and experiencing the world. There are advantages people with ADHD have, and those are useful in certain jobs. ADHD people do get bored easily, have…
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For years, people have been telling philosophy majors that they won’t be able to find a good job with their degree. This simply isn’t true! When you have a philosophy degree, you enter any job with the ability to listen and think clearly. Other marketable traits include adaptability, excellent communication…
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Autistic teens and adults may be led to believe that their employment prospects are dire but in reality? Nothing could be further from the truth. Autistic people have no shortage of strengths that can be channeled into a wide range of career paths. While the process of obtaining employment can…
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Economic majors are sought for a diverse skill set, but the demand is set to increase well into the future. In 2025, the “World Economic Forum” predicts economists will top the skill list with “analytical thinking and problem-solving processes.” A career path powered by an economic degree can lead a…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in Iowa
If you love nature and want to work outside, why not try to become a Park Ranger in Iowa? It takes two to four years usually, sometimes less time. Article Table of Contents1 Requirements to Become a Park Ranger in Iowa1.1 Recommended Education2 Park Ranger Duties in Iowa3 State Parks…
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A Park Ranger in Illinois oversees activities at parks and natural site facilities, and some positions involve enforcing laws. You can train to become a Park Ranger in about two years. Article Table of Contents1 Requirements to Become a Park Ranger in Illinois1.1 Educational Recommendations2 Park Ranger Duties in Illinois2.1…
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Park Rangers take on a variety of roles according to what they’re trained for. Some might act as security guards or help enforce park laws. Do you want to become a Park Ranger in New York? Article Table of Contents1 Requirements to Become a Park Ranger in New York1.1 Recommended…
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Washington State parks are some of the most diverse environments in the U.S., ranging from high desert regions and an active volcano to jagged mountains and rain forests. Recently, Washington’s park rangers have managed various demanding situations ranging from tsunami debris across the ocean, due to the catastrophic earthquake in…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in Virginia
There’s more than one type of Park Ranger that you can be in Virginia. Learn your options before you decide to become one to make sure the path you’re on is right for you. Article Table of Contents1 Requirements to Become a Park Ranger in Virginia2 Park Ranger Duties in…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in Vermont
If you are considering a career as a Park Ranger, working for one of the national or state parks in Vermont, you’ll be happy to know that this job is in demand and offers a high degree of job satisfaction. Park Rangers play a crucial role in the protection and…
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Wisconsin is pretty far north by American standards. The Badger State borders Canada, two Great Lakes, and three other states. That’s some pretty unique geography. With 66 state parks stretching across 61,000 acres, Wisconsin is always in need of someone to watch over the wildlife and land. Of course, informing inquiring visitors…
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With over a dozen state parks across South Dakota, there are some incredible opportunities to work around nature. If you love being outdoors, working as a park ranger could be an exciting career path. Getting started may even be easier than you think. All you have to do is decide…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in Tennessee
Being a park ranger is a dream job for many people – especially those who love being outdoors. Though it is a great career, it’s not one that just anyone can enter into. Tennessee aims to provide the best protection possible for its parks, so requirements are a bit beyond…
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The biggest state in the continental United States has some of the most diverse terrains in the country. In the west, there’s the desert. In the east, there are lakes and vegetation. Even the south has something different; the ocean. Overall, there are two national parks and 89 state park areas…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in Oklahoma
Consider working at one of the state parks in Oklahoma if working outdoors is your ideal job. Park rangers get paid to learn new skills, spend time in the country’s vast open spaces, and actively promote their preservation and public awareness. Starting out as a park ranger is not challenging….
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The State of Ohio calls its park rangers Natural Resource Officers. Consequently, the remainder of this article will use that term instead of the “park ranger” job title. And according to NRO Lt. Dawn Powell, it could take nine months to a year to become an Ohio Natural Resources Officer. Ohio’s Natural…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in North Carolina
Park rangers are deemed the backbone of the North Carolina state park system. Most recently, over 170 park rangers are accountable for maintaining and overseeing North Carolina’s vast natural attractions and resources and the millions of domestic and international visitors every year. With mountains to the west, shoreline to the…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in North Dakota
North Dakota is world-renowned for having some of the most pristine National Parks in the United States. Visitors travel from all over the globe to visit the National Parks in North Dakota. Park Rangers are trained, skilled, and qualified professionals that uphold the law in these parks and keep the…
Continue ReadingHow to Become a Park Ranger in Alaska
With over 3.3 million acres of untamed wilderness, Alaska’s expansive state park system holds stunning landscapes and animals ranging from mountain goats and Dall sheep to wolves and black bears. The third largest state park in the world at half of a million acres, Chugach State Park, is located in…
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