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Karen A. Brudnak

Contributing Editor

Karen A. Brudnak has more than 30 years experience working in and writing about education. She began her career as a copy editor for Nursing magazine and advanced to managing editor for Learning magazine. She's written and edited dozens of feature articles for EduMed across entry-level nursing, advanced nursing, medical billing and coding, and medical assisting. Karen also manages fundraising and marketing for a nonprofit focused on feeding children and families in Greensboro, NC.

Education

Master of Arts in Liberal Studies, University of North Carolina Greensboro Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh


Expertise

Healthcare – Medical Assisting – Pre-Nursing

Karen A. Brudnak has more than 30 years experience working in and writing about education. She began her career as a copy editor for Nursing magazine and advanced to managing editor for Learning magazine. She's written and edited dozens of feature articles for EduMed across entry-level nursing, advanced nursing, medical billing and coding, and medical assisting. Karen also manages fundraising and marketing for a nonprofit focused on feeding children and families in Greensboro, NC.

Check Out Karen A.'s Articles on Edumed:

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Find Online Resources & Scholarships for Public Health Students
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Online Resources & Scholarships for Psychology Students
Whether you’re just starting to look into psychology degree programs or nearing graduation, you can save yourself both time and money by learning where to find valuable scholarship opportunities and support services. This guide will introduce you to some of today’s top scholarships for psychology students along with application tips and access to online resources aimed at helping you succeed in your psychology studies and beyond.
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Online Resources & Scholarships for Physician Assistant Students
The path to becoming a physician assistant begins with a college degree, and earning that degree can be an expensive proposition. That’s where scholarships can really help. This guide will introduce you some of the top scholarships available to PA students today. We’ve also included tips on submitting the best scholarship application possible as well as access to lots of useful online financial resources to keep you fiscally sound both during and after your PA studies.
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Online ABSN Programs in VA: Highlighting the Best Schools
Do you have a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and want to become a registered nurse in Virginia? Accelerated BSN (ABSN) programs can help you make the transition quickly through intensive coursework and hands-on clinical training. EduMed will help you explore top online and hybrid ABSN programs in the state, covering admission requirements, tuition costs, program structure, and career opportunities. Keep reading to find the right program for your nursing journey.
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Online Accelerated BSN Programs in UT: Top Degrees and Details
Do you already have a bachelor’s degree but want to transition into nursing? An Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program in Utah can help you fast-track your path to becoming a registered nurse. By transferring credits from your previous degree, these programs allow you to earn your BSN in less time while gaining the hands-on training needed for licensure. This guide covers top programs, admission requirements, costs, curriculum details, and career opportunities.
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