7 Signs You’re Ready For Career Training

If you are sick and tired of your current job, it may be time to go back to school to train for a new career. Going back to school for career training means that you will have a new opportunity to do something different. Yes, going back to school may mean that you have to make a few sacrifices, but it’s worth it in the long run. After all, career training is an investment in yourself, your family, and your future. If any of the following sounds like something you’re dealing with, then maybe it’s time to start thinking about

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Smile About Dental Assistants Recognition Week

Every year, the first week of March, Dental Assistants get the recognition they deserve with Dental Assistants Recognition Week. This is a week where we get to acknowledge all that they do for dentists as well as patients. Dental assistants are important to our community and play a central role in almost every dental practice. This year Dental Assistants Recognition Week takes place March 3-9. The ADA Council on Dental Practice encourages everyone to acknowledge the commitment and dedication to the profession. This year, the American Dental Assistants Association has chosen a theme to acknowledge the importance of a dental

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New Year’s Resolutions: 5 Tips to Keep Them

A Step-By-Step Guide on How to Stick with Your New Year’s Resolutions New year, new you, and another resolution. You’ve said it every year but just can’t seem to keep your goals. Maintaining your New Year’s resolutions can be challenging, but Milwaukee Career College has your back on sticking with them! In this blog, you’ll find the 5 best steps to following through with your New Year’s resolutions going into the New Year. Step 1: Find an Accountability Buddy You’re not alone in the process of keeping your New Year’s resolution. Many of our MCC students have goals, whether it

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Dental Assistant Recognition Week 2023

– Updated March 2, 2023 – Show Your Appreciation to Dental Assistants The ADA Council on Dental Practice encourages dentists and their teams to acknowledge the dedication and contributions of their dental assistants during Dental Assistant Recognition Week, March 5-11. This year’s Dental Assistants Recognition Week has a special theme: The ♥ of Dental Offices Through Education, Commitment, & Safety. The theme reflects “the importance of dentistry’s role in health care and the responsibilities of dental assistants, who are central in improving a clinic’s productivity and enhancing patient satisfaction.” Dental Assistants Contribute to Practice Productivity According to research, most dentists and

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Interview Prep for College Graduates

– Updated September 2023 – Common Interview Questions and Topics Congratulations on graduating from training with Milwaukee Career College! The next step in your career journey is the interview process. While interviewing can be highly intimidating, being fully prepared to answer any question that comes your way will help ease the nervousness. At MCC, we want you to feel confident and ready during any interview, so we’ve compiled the top interview questions and topics and how to answer them, ensuring you land the job! Addressing Your Strengths In order to capitalize on your strengths, you must first be aware of

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The Importance of Soft Skills in the Workplace

Before discussing soft skills and their importance in the workplace, it might first be helpful to define their opposite: hard skills. Hard skills are the technical skills one typically learns through hands-on training in school or practical experiences on the job. They are generally specific to the industry or line of work that a person has trained for. Dental Assistants, for example, acquire skills in x-ray processing and maintaining dental records. Veterinary Assistants train to nurse animals and assist in surgery, whereas Medical Assistants learn how to measure vital signs and administer patient injections. While hard skills are fundamental to

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