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State-by-State Vaccination Exemptions

Although federal public health officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) make national vaccination policy recommendations, actual legislation regarding their enforcement is decided at the state level. This creates a state-to-state variance, which in turn impacts Americans' decisions on whether or not to vaccinate themselves and their children. It also affects primary health care providers such as Nurse Practitioners, who are tasked with giving vaccinations and educating their patients on the vaccines.

Sell Your Skills With a Compelling Social Work Resume

Whether you’re looking for your first social work job or you’re hoping to make a career shift, your resume will highlight your skills, experiences, and assets. Crafting a social work resume that makes prospective employers interested in meeting you is the first step in finding the right job.

Vaccination Schedule for Children

Recommended Vaccinations for Children: Birth Through 17 Years Old

Each year, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) publishes updated immunization schedules to protect Americans from illnesses and to …

Social Work Scholarships

There are many scholarships and grants available to social work graduate students that can lighten the financial load. Following is a list of some of those scholarship and grant opportunities.