Careers

At CSU, our students enter a variety of career fields. This section includes articles describing those career fields, as well as resources for job interviews, career transitions and more.

Category: Careers

Types of Nurses: A Guide to Common Nursing Roles and Specialties

Nursing offers a wide range of career paths, from entry-level roles like certified nursing assistants to advanced specialties such as nurse practitioners and emergency room nurses. Here’s an overview of common nursing types to help prospective nurses explore options and plan a rewarding career.

Published on July 3, 2025
Category: Careers

What Degree Do You Need for a Career in Human Resources?

Human resource degrees offer specialized training in leadership, employment law and organizational strategy, giving professionals a strong foundation for growth in the HR field. While other degrees like business, psychology or marketing can also be valuable, an HR-specific education provides a direct path to advancement and effectiveness in modern workplaces.

Published on June 26, 2025

Category: Careers

What Do Cybersecurity Professionals Do?

Published on June 5, 2025
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Launching Your Career in Environmental Management

Published on May 8, 2025
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Continuing the Call of Duty: The Transition from Military Service to Law Enforcement

Published on May 1, 2025
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What Does It Mean to be a First Responder?

Published on April 17, 2025
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Careers in Homeland Security: Jobs and Specializations to Consider

Published on February 25, 2025
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Careers That Require a Certification or License

Published on February 17, 2025
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How to Evaluate a Job Offer

Published on January 9, 2025
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What’s Required to Become a Firefighter?

Published on December 4, 2024
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Alternative Jobs for EMTs and Paramedics

Published on November 5, 2024
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Exploring Careers in Sustainability: Job Titles, Career Paths and More

Published on September 26, 2024
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What Is It Like Working as a Human Resources Consultant?

Published on June 25, 2024
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Military Intelligence Officer Careers and Requirements

Published on April 22, 2024
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Information Technology: Why It’s Still a Good Career Choice

Published on April 5, 2024
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Beyond the Classroom: Careers in Education Other Than Teaching

Published on March 18, 2024
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Creating a Professional Development Plan

Published on February 9, 2024
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7 Key Skills to Being Successful in the Hospitality Industry

Published on January 17, 2024
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Instructional Design and Educational Technology Jobs Explained

Published on September 7, 2023
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Careers for Military Studies Degree Graduates: An Introduction

Published on August 18, 2023
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Careers in Environmental Management: An Overview

Published on June 20, 2023
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Working in Homeland Security: Benefits, Considerations and More

Published on March 22, 2023
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A Guide to Being a Public Administration Consultant

Published on January 9, 2023
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Emergency Management Careers: An Overview

Published on October 14, 2022
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9 Ways Using Career Services Helps You Manage Your Professional Life

Published on September 29, 2022
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What Can You Do With a Criminal Justice Degree?

Published on September 16, 2022
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Health Care Finance Career Path Options

Published on August 4, 2022
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Business Casual vs. Business Professional: What’s the Difference? [Infographic]

Published on July 21, 2022
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Occupational Safety and Health Careers: Jobs and Specializations to Consider

Published on June 10, 2022
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Public Administration Jobs: What Options Are Available?

Published on March 16, 2022
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4 Alternative Careers for Firefighters

Published on February 25, 2022
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Benefits of Government Jobs

Published on December 16, 2021
Category: Careers

Industrial-Organizational Psychology Careers: A Complete Guide

Published on December 2, 2021
Category: Careers

Careers in Business Information Technology

Published on October 28, 2021
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How to Become a Safety Officer: What Employers Want

Published on September 22, 2021
Category: Careers

How to Change Careers: Your Step-By-Step Guide

Published on July 23, 2021
Category: Careers

What Can You Do With a Business Degree?

Published on June 10, 2021
Category: Careers

Public Service Career Options: What You Should Know

Published on April 23, 2021
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What Can You Do With a Master’s in Public Health?

Published on March 26, 2021
Category: Careers

EMT vs. Paramedic: Education, Training Requirements and More

Published on February 19, 2021
Category: Careers

What Does It Take to be Successful in Public Administration?

Published on October 14, 2020
Category: Careers

Medical Billing and Coding Careers: How They Work

Published on September 29, 2020
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What Can You Do With a Marketing Degree?

Published on July 21, 2020
Category: Careers

Stand Out From Others in Cybersecurity

Published on July 13, 2020
Category: Careers

Job Interview Tips for Working Adults

Published on June 9, 2020
Category: Careers

How to Become an Arson Investigator

Published on June 1, 2020
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4 Interview Day Tips to Help You Get the Job Offer

Published on April 20, 2020
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The Importance of Public Service

Published on March 19, 2020
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Want a Career in Psychology? Here Are 10 Specializations to Consider

Published on March 9, 2020
Category: Careers

What to Do After an Interview

Published on March 2, 2020
Category: Careers

How to Prepare for an Interview in 6 Steps

Published on January 6, 2020
Category: Careers

How to Get the Job You Want: A Complete Guide

Published on December 18, 2019
Category: Careers

Job Interview Practice: Why It’s Important and How to Do It

Published on November 12, 2019
Category: Careers

Beyond the Firehouse: Career Options With a Fire Science Degree

Published on November 6, 2019
Category: Careers

How to Become an Industrial Hygienist

Published on October 7, 2019
Category: Careers

Career Tips for Emergency Medical Services Administrators

Published on September 5, 2019
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Life After Law Enforcement: Career Options for Former Police Officers

Published on July 22, 2019
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Human Resources Careers: What to Expect

Published on July 10, 2019
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Health Care Administration Careers: A Complete Guide

Published on June 24, 2019
Category: Careers

7 Professional Development Ideas to Boost Your Career

Published on April 23, 2019
Category: Careers

Job Searching? Boost Your LinkedIn Profile With These 6 Quick Tips

Published on February 11, 2019
Category: Careers

How to Make a Sizzlin’ LinkedIn Profile [Webinar]

Published on August 14, 2018
Category: Careers

What Does Your Cover Letter Say About You?

Published on August 7, 2018
Category: Careers

Do These 4 Things Before Submitting a Job Application

Published on February 22, 2018
Category: Careers

What Does It Take to Become an Emergency Medical Services Administrator?

Published on February 15, 2018
Category: Careers

7 Careers to Explore With Your MBA

Published on November 16, 2017
Category: Careers

How to Change Careers

Published on August 15, 2017
Category: Careers

What Safety & Emergency Services Career Field Should You Pick? [Flowchart]

Published on July 25, 2017

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