Research papers are a common part of the curriculum when pursuing higher education. However, they can still seem intimidating for some students. Luckily, WVJC offers resources to help you understand how to write a strong research paper that meets your assignment requirements and helps you learn and retain information. Want to learn the important aspects … Read more
How the interview process has changed COVID-19 drastically and rapidly altered the landscape of the workplace in many ways. Starting with interviews. In-person interviews happen much less frequently than before the pandemic. This also led to many companies allowing remote work to continue. The key to the modern workplace is being comfortable with technology! Since … Read more
What are soft skills? Soft skills are such as communication, teamwork, leading, and learning. Soft skills are not necessarily related to your field or career but are a broader skill set that makes you more effective at communicating and getting the job done. This video analyzes the top 5 most essential soft skills employers seek. These skills are networking, professionalism, teamwork, … Read more
Meet General Education Instructor Allie Yoho! Allie Yoho is a new faculty member at WVJC Bridgeport, and she is a general education instructor. Ms. Yoho graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College with a B.S. in Health Science and a minor in Human Biology. She is also a graduate of the University of Florida, where she … Read more
Are you ready to make a move from a job you don’t love to a career that provides you with stability and advancement opportunities? WVJC can set you on the path to your new career and help you leave short-term jobs behind. Continue reading to learn how to gain knowledge and skills to change your … Read more
Meet Medical Assisting Student Jenny Matthey! Jenny Matthey started her college journey at West Virginia Junior College in Bridgeport. Due to family reasons, she had to drop out of the program, and her determination to become a clinical medical assistant drove her to come back and finish her degree with WVJC Online. The faculty and … Read more
Meet Nursing Program Director Chelsea Gianni! Chelsea Gianni started her career as a nurse in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. After obtaining her Master’s degree, she spent eight years as a family nurse practitioner at a primary care office in Morgantown, WV. During that time, she managed chronic diseases and acute conditions for patients of … Read more
Do you find yourself being the go-to person for fixing technical problems, or do you get excited when a new tech development occurs? If this sounds like you, then a career in cybersecurity may be right for you! Technology affects every aspect of daily life, so cybersecurity professionals play a crucial role in keeping organizations … Read more
West Virginia Junior College Medical Assisting Director Chelsea Abbott and her medical assisting students were invited to the West Virginia State Capitol to support Go Red Day for the American Heart Association. Our students were excited to showcase their skills learned in lab class out in the field. From taking blood pressure to answering questions, … Read more
What is the difference between a Degree vs. Diploma Have you decided to pursue a career in healthcare as a medical assistant, where you can directly impact a patient’s care? WVJC has options to help you decide what type of medical assisting training program best suits your individual needs. Students at WVJC have the opportunity … Read more
