Human Services, Consulting and Education

The resources and tools found within this community have been designed and curated to support individuals interested in fields related to Human Services, Consulting, and Education. This community covers three main areas: 

  1. Human Services – The human services career cluster encompasses professionals dedicated to improving the overall well-being and quality of life for individuals and communities. The three pathways within the human services cluster include Counseling and Mental Health Services, Family and Community Services, and Human Resources roles.  
  2. Consulting – The consulting career cluster involves professionals who provide expert advice and solutions to organizations, businesses, and individuals to optimize their operations and achieve their goals. Consulting ranges across different industries, but some examples include Management Consulting, Education Consulting, and Life Sciences Consulting. 
  3. Education – The education career cluster comprises professionals who are dedicated to nurturing learning, fostering development, and shaping the future through various educational settings. The three pathways with the education cluster include Administration and Administrative Support, Professional Support Services, and Teaching/Training. 

Take time to review the community – check out the articles and blog posts and explore the resources to learn more about these industries. You will also find things you can do now – like joining a related student organization, getting involved with a professional association, or exploring how to develop relevant skills and knowledge. 

 

How to Protect Yourself from Job Scams

In today’s digital age, it’s important to be vigilant against job scams that prey on unsuspecting individuals. According to the Better Business Bureau, Employment scams cost workers about $2 billion in direct losses each year. The scammers know how to …

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9 Jobs You Can Get With an Art History Degree (and the Skills You Can Take to Any Role)

An art history major is ostensibly about the study of fine art, sculpture, architecture, painting, decoration, and other forms of artistic expression throughout history. But it’s actually so much more than that. “The magical thing about art history is how …

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Top 10 glamorous education jobs for students, recent grads, and others early in their careers

The field of education, often perceived as traditional and understated, holds a variety of roles that sparkle with a unique glamour, particularly for students, recent graduates, and those early in their career paths. These positions offer a blend of intellectual …

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7 Salary Negotiation Tips for a New Job

Negotiating your salary when you get a new job offer can be nerve-wracking. However, there are proven techniques that can help you effectively negotiate. And below are seven of these techniques that will go a long way toward improving your offer.

1. Find …

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2 Email Templates for Networking | Template Toolbox

When it comes to introducing yourself to other social-impact professionals, learning about organizations, and ultimately landing your next job, writing a strong networking email is an incredibly useful skill. Even if you aren’t currently job searching, networking is an important …

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Credentials and Courses

Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP)

This certification is meant for those with a higher education degree and are early career nonprofit professionals. They offer a…

Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner

Jumpstart Your Human Services Career with the HS-BCP Credential! Offered by the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE) in partnership…

Certified Strengths Coach

Unlock Your Potential: Become a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach Are you passionate about helping others discover and leverage their unique talents?…

Certified Professional in Talent Development

Striving to lead workplace learning and develop others? The Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) is a globally recognized certification…

Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a nationally recognized training program that teaches how to identify, understand, and respond to…

SHRM Certified Professional

Thinking about a future in Human Resources? The SHRM-CP is your ticket to standing out as a skilled HR pro…

Myers-Briggs (MBTI) Facilitator Certification

The Myers-Briggs framework is one of the most popular personality assessments. This certification offers the chance to learn how to…

UF’s Educational Technology Graduate Certificates

Advance Your Impact: Earn a Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology Are you ready to elevate your skills and drive innovation…

Art in Education

Unlock Your Potential: Earn UF’s Art Education Undergraduate Certificate Are you passionate about teaching art and making a difference in…

Teaching English as a Second Language

Are you aiming to teach English as a second language in the U.S. or internationally? UF’s TESL Certificate equips you…

Evaluating College as an Investment

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College is supposed to help people start their careers off right. But if you pick the wrong major for you—and…

Test Prep: GRE

Taught by Vince Kotchian
The GRE is the most common graduate school entry exam and is also accepted by many business schools. In this…

Learning How to Increase Learner Engagement

Engaged students become more active learners. Help set learners up for success by teaching in a more interactive and immersive…

Teaching with Technology

Put the “tech” into your teaching. Learn how to use technology to enhance course design, lesson planning, presentations, in-class activities,…

Critical Roles Consultants Play (and the Skills You Need to Fill Them)

New consultants are often surprised by how agile they need to be to fulfill client expectations. The role you play…

Intro to SQL

Use SQL to create, access, and update tables of data in a relational database. Why Learn SQL? Ready to start…

Data Analytics Essentials

Organizations all over the world recognize the value of analytics. Learn the essential tools of the trade. This data analytics…

Consulting Foundations

Consulting is a top-paying, high-growth career path that comes with benefits like being able to set your own schedule and…

Consulting Foundations: Client Management and Relationships

Client relationships are the foundation of your consulting business. Whether you work for a big firm or are going solo…

Learning How to Increase Learner Engagement

Taught by Karl Kapp
Engaged students become more active learners. Help set learners up for success by teaching in a more interactive and immersive…

Career Resources

Management Consulted is a leading resource for students and recent graduates interested in breaking into consulting. The platform offers tools …

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