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## [What Does an Immigration Case Manager Do?](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-does-an-immigration-case-manager-do)

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 Nov 2, 2022, 11:14:02 AM

*Updated March 2026*

Are you considering a career in the immigration industry? Like the idea of helping with visa applications and the often complex process of settling in Canada?

You may be familiar with jobs like immigration lawyer and immigration consultant. People in those roles focus on providing advice and developing customized strategies for clients seeking to immigrate.

But what does an immigration *case manager* do? How do they fit into the immigration process? And what does it take to thrive in this role?

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## [Student Support Services: Establishing Healthy Personal Boundaries](https://blog.herzing.ca/student-support-services-establishing-healthy-personal-boundaries)

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 Oct 13, 2022, 1:51:35 PM

**By Fred Standil**   
**Student Services Advisor at Herzing College**

Unless we opt to live on an isolated island, we will experience many relationships throughout our lifetimes. These include family, significant others, friends, classmates, colleagues, and a host of other acquaintances. Navigating these relationships can pose challenges.

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## [How One CSW Instructor Came to Embrace Online Education](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-one-csw-instructor-came-to-embrace-online-education)

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 Oct 12, 2022, 1:11:40 PM

As an experienced psychiatric nurse and instructor in Herzing’s Community Support Worker (CSW) program, Kim Melnyk was used to having lots of in-person interactions with students and people in recovery. She wasn’t the biggest fan of technology; she much preferred a more personal touch.

So when COVID came along and forced her to shift to teaching online, she had to make some major adjustments.

Initially, Kim was very much looking forward to a return to class post-pandemic. But when it started to occur, she found that it did not solve the problems she thought it would. Instead, she found herself doing more and more interaction online—and discovering benefits she had never considered before.

We spoke with her recently to learn more about her experience.

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## [Student Support Services: Looking Inward](https://blog.herzing.ca/student-support-services-looking-inward)

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 Sep 12, 2022, 2:31:16 PM

**By Fred Standil**   
**Student Services Advisor at Herzing College**

While it may seem that there is a quick fix for everything these days, maintaining one’s sense of well-being is an ongoing process that requires effort. **Introspection** is defined as the examination or observation of one’s own mental and emotional processes.

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## [6 Accounting & Payroll Skills You Must Learn to Get Hired](https://blog.herzing.ca/6-accounting-payroll-skills-you-must-learn-to-get-hired)

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 Sep 8, 2022, 1:52:01 PM

*Updated December 2023*

If you have solid math skills, are comfortable around computers, and like the idea of working in a business environment, you could be a natural fit for accounting and payroll training.

But it takes more than these basic skills to really succeed in a college program and land a position with a great company. How do you know if this career path is right for you?

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## [Top 7 PSW Interview Questions](https://blog.herzing.ca/psw-interview-questions)

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 Aug 25, 2022, 9:09:11 AM

*Updated December 2025*

Completing your personal support worker (PSW) training was the first step. But now that you’re looking to transition into the workforce, one key hurdle remains: the job interview. Preparing to face a hiring manager can be stressful, but learning about the questions you’ll likely face is a great way to calm your nerves and boost your confidence.

Questions like “why do you want to work here?” and “what are your biggest strengths?” are pretty standard for any position. And you should definitely be prepared for questions like “are you able to work shift work?” and “can you work nights and weekends?”

But in this post, we’re focusing on specific PSW job interview questions that relate to what you would do in an actual job situation. Keep reading for sample questions and answers, plus extra tips on how to prepare.

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## [Top 10 Skills for Community Services Workers: Is This Career for You?](https://blog.herzing.ca/top-10-skills-for-community-services-workers)

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 Aug 22, 2022, 11:58:10 AM

*Updated December 2025*

Wondering if a career in social services is right for you? One of the best ways to figure that out is by looking at the skills you'll need to succeed on the job.

If those qualities match up with your profile and interests, chances are you're a good fit for the role.  And if they don't? You're probably better off in another career.

In this post, we're looking at what it takes to be an effective community services worker (CSW). We break down the top 10 characteristics, interests, and skills needed to really thrive in this job.

By the end, you'll know if a CSW career makes sense for you, and exactly how to get started.

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## [Student Support Services: Looking After Yourself](https://blog.herzing.ca/student-support-services-looking-after-yourself)

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 Aug 8, 2022, 12:31:09 PM

**By Fred Standil**  
**Student Services Advisor at Herzing College**

The concept of **self-care** is a much-discussed topic both in academic circles and in wider society. In fact, never has it been more common for professionals, students, families, friends, and colleagues to talk about things we can all do to protect our well-being.

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## [The Importance of Time Management in Healthcare: Tips and Tricks](https://blog.herzing.ca/medical-office-assistant-time-management-tips)

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 Aug 4, 2022, 11:37:43 AM

*Updated December 2025*

Medical office assistants often find themselves pulled in many different directions. Picture this: The phone is ringing, frustrated patients are demanding to see the doctor immediately, a pile of voice recordings is waiting to be transcribed, and you still need to collect a blood sample from the patient in room two.

In a busy hospital or clinic, it might seem like you don’t have much say over how you organize your time. Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep the chaos under control.

Read on to learn why time management is so crucial in healthcare settings and what practical tips you can follow to improve your skills in this area.

[Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/medical-office-assistant-time-management-tips)

## [Software Development Diploma: An Inside Look](https://blog.herzing.ca/software-development-diploma-an-inside-look)

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 Jul 26, 2022, 9:19:02 AM

Herzing College's diploma program in software development is delivered online and provides comprehensive training in a variety of programming languages so that you can be ready to take advantage of growing career opportunities.

So just what can you expect from the program? To find out, we spoke with course designer Derek Lewis.

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