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Substance Use Disorders Counselor Certificate Course Gets Upgrade: How It Can Help You Help Others Struggling with Substance Use

If you’ve ever considered helping those struggling with substance use, now is a great time. As of November 1, new course material including practical applications, discussions, case studies, and more has been added to the online University of Wisconsin-Madison Substance Use Disorders Counselor Certificate program offered through the UW Flexible Option.

The Inclusive Classroom: Empowering Students Through Accessibility

If you’ve ever struggled to learn in a traditional classroom setting, you know how hard it can be to complete a simple assignment or even prepare for an exam. At the University of Wisconsin, course materials are created with user experience at the forefront by a team of instructional designers dedicated to working alongside faculty to ensure all students’ needs are met.

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Coming Full Circle: UW Flexible Option Instructor Who Completed RN-BSN Program Channels Passion for Helping Others

Jill Saxton has seen her nursing career come full circle – from the moment she started out as a CNA to earning her nurse practitioner degree and becoming an instructor at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee RN-to-BSN program offered through UW Flexible Option to shape the next generation.

8 Answers to the Biggest Questions About RN to BSN

The Institute of Medicine says 80% of nurses need a BSN by 2020. A BSN degree can boost your career. Read answers to top questions about RN to BSN programs.

Partner at Accounting and IT Firm Earns IST Degree

The online IST bachelor's degree program offered through UW Flexible Option fit perfectly into Michael Senkbeil's busy schedule.

UW Flexible Option Offers Biomedical Health Sciences Student With Hearing Loss ‘Life-Changing’ Learning Environment

UW Flexible Option offers Biomedical Health Sciences student with hearing loss a chance to excel while learning online.

‘I’ve Never Heard of a School or Program Who Lets You Do That’: UW Flexible Option RN to BSN Student Navigates Full-time Work, School, Marriage, and Buying a Home

BSN student Abigail Sincoular is working on finishing her nursing degree in 22 months, including a two-month pause to get married and move.

Diagnostic Imaging Degree Helps Graduate Earn Promotion

The UW Flexible Option gave this Diagnostic Imaging graduate the skills to support others on a larger scale and grow within the medical field.

UW-Milwaukee Online Degrees offered through UW Flexible Option Earn Top Ranking

UW-Milwaukee online bachelor degree programs ranked No. 35 by U.S. News & World Report. Four UW Flexible Option degrees included.

5 Ways Travel Nurses Can Earn a BSN

Don’t let the busyness of a travel nurse schedule make you second guess your ability to earn your BSN. Follow these 5 steps to get started.

Healthcare Positions Abound in U.S. News’ List of Top Jobs

Several healthcare jobs have earned a spot on the annual U.S. News and World Report list of the 100 best jobs in America.

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