College admissions/scholarship strategist Tracy Barbour has published 12 Steps to Maximizing College Admissions and Scholarships to empower students and parents to successfully navigate the highly competitive college admissions process. The book shares her proven strategies for helping students get into top-tier schools and win the most scholarships and other financial aid.

Clarksville, TN - USA | August 22, 2023 -- Tracy Barbour, MSM, college admissions/scholarship strategist, recently released an ebook that shares valuable insights that students can use to get accepted to top schools and win “free money” to fund their education. The book, entitled 12 Steps to Maximizing College Admissions and Scholarships, is an easy-to-follow guide that students (and parents) can use to be successful with the highly competitive college admissions process.

“This book is an essential tool for students/parents who want to master the complexities of applying for college and scholarships—with the least amount of time and stress while maximizing their results,” Barbour says.

12 Steps to Maximizing College Admissions and Scholarships is available at Barnes and Noble, Apple Books, Smashwords, Rakuten Kobo, Palace Marketplace, and other retailers.

For a limited time, everyone can download a FREE complete copy of the ebook at Barnes and Noble at the following link: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1143943295?ean=2940167337619&st=AFF&2sid=Draft2Digital_7968444_NA&sourceId=AFFDraft2Digital

They can also access the book for free at Rakuten Kobo at: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/12-steps-to-maximizing-college-admissions-scholarships

In her college admissions and scholarship guidebook, Barbour addresses a wide range of important areas, including:

• The best approach for getting accepted to top-tier schools.
• Tips for writing winning essays for college and scholarships
• The right way to ask for—and get—more financial aid
• Recent college admissions trends to watch
• Good-to-know insights to give students a competitive edge
• The true impact of test-optional applications
• The power of sending supplemental information to colleges
• Valuable resources to enhance students’ knowledge and results

The book is full of practical advice that any student/parent can easily follow to win more college acceptances and scholarships. They can use the outlined strategies to:

• Gain the confidence and tools to get positive results
• Get a head start on preparing to submit college applications
• Avoid beginning at square 1 and wasting time
• Focus their efforts and energy in the right areas
• Reduce unnecessary frustration and stress
• Avoid loans and graduate debt-free

The release of 12 Steps to Maximizing College Admissions and Scholarships is timely given the increasingly competitive nature of the college admissions process. “Many colleges and universities are not requiring ACT or SAT scores, so there has been a surge in students applying—especially to elite schools,” Barbour says. “This has created a more challenging environment for students who are submitting applications, making it more difficult for them to win acceptance and scholarships from their desired schools. However, the step-by-step methods in my book can help clarify, simplify, and facilitate the entire process for students and parents who implement them.”

12 Steps to Maximizing College Admissions and Scholarships is an outgrowth of the personal experience Barbour gained from being a college admissions/scholarship mentor who has spent 15 years helping high school students win more than $20 million in scholarships, grants, and other financial aid. She has helped some students individually win $640,000, $393,000, $340,000, and $170,000 in college funding. And she helped her own daughter and son graduate from high school with $500,000 combined in financial aid. Now she is committed to using her expertise to help other students successfully manage the college admissions process—which has become even more competitive in recent years.

For more information about the new college admissions and scholarship guidebook, visit https://books2read.com/b/mYqAAW.

About the Author:

Tracy Barbour, MSM, has spent 15 years helping high school students nationwide win more than $20 million in college aid. She is the founder of Horizon Scholarship Services, a free mentoring program that guides juniors and seniors through the intricacies of applying for college admission and scholarships. In addition, Barbour is a freelance journalist and copywriter with a master’s in business management from Austin Peay State University and a bachelor’s in communications/journalism from Eastern New Mexico University. Her business, Barbour Creative Solutions, provides writing and other creative services to clients throughout the country. She has worked professionally as a staff writer/reporter for multiple newspapers, a marketing specialist for the U.S. Air Force’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs, and an assistant director of public relations for Alaska’s largest locally owned bank. Barbour lives in Clarksville, Tenn. with her husband of 34 years and business partner, Ronald, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran.

Press & Media Contact:
Tracy Barbour, MSM
Barbour Creative Solutions
Clarksville, TN - USA
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Gatineau, Quebec – Facing a real-life emergency in Quebec where you are called on to give first aid to someone on the edge of life can be overwhelming. But the team at Secourisme RCR Plus provides the very knowledge required to ensure you can help someone survive.

Secourisme RCR Plus is an emergency training school whose instructors are highly trained and qualified to lead various CPR and first aid courses. Having the knowledge, experience, and training empowers individuals to handle critical life situations either in the home, at work, as part of their health careers, or in general.

In Quebec, CPR training is mandatory for all medical personnel, without exception, for doctors, paramedics, nurses, dentists, emergency physicians or even pharmacists. The same applies to daycare educators, border guards, security guards, beach and pool lifeguards and adventure guides.

This is because the chances of these professionals being confronted with cardio-respiratory emergencies while exercising their daily professions are high. They must be able to recognize problems, assess the patient's condition and correctly administer the necessary first aid.

According to the results of various studies, the first minutes are crucial in the event of cardio-respiratory distress. Intervention that is too late considerably reduces the victim's chances of survival and increases the risk of serious, and sometimes even irreversible, problems.

CPR training is optional for people who do not practice risky jobs. However, according to the regulations by CNESST, at least one duly trained first aider must be present in all offices during working hours. The numbers required vary according to the number of employees. In addition, they must be chosen so that their positions within the company allow them to be released immediately and intervene quickly in the event of an emergency.

At Secourisme RCR Plus, they offer several categories of CPR training. At the end, participants obtain a certificate issued by the Canadian Red Cross. Depending on your situation and job, they offer online, mixed or face-to-face courses.

"Taking a first aid course is preparing to act; it also gives yourself the tools to recognize an emergency and take concrete actions that can save lives. We offer high-quality training so the theory becomes concrete and the practice allows you to act as a first aider," said a company official.

Secourisme RCR Plus can offer quality training, fast and efficient registration procedures and respect the values of the Canadian Red Cross.

The team includes Sebastien Gagnon, a first aid Instructor, first responder and Canadian Red Cross emergency medical responder. He is a former member of the National Red Cross First Aid Program Review Committees (2000-2008) for the Leadership component.

He received the Meritorious Service Medal from the Canadian Red Cross for his involvement in implementing the AED and advanced first aid program for first aid stations in Greater Montreal. Sébastien has ten years of practice as a paramedic in Quebec and Ontario, is certified as a paramedic in advanced care and has been teaching full-time in the Paramedic care program at La Cité collégiale (Ottawa) for ten years. 

To discover more about the program:

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USA- May 3, 2023- MS Office Suite isn’t always the easiest software to conquer. Those seeking a better way to understand the nuances of Microsoft Excel will enjoy the advanced course offered by DGD Academy. Their online program covers a vast range of topics, from basic to advanced, laid out in easy-to-follow lessons.

Is your job heavy on Excel work? Would you like to improve your skills but don’t have enough time to fit a rigorous course into your daily routine? With DGD Academy and their Excel course, students can learn at their own pace. Best of all, students don’t have to deal with traffic or packed classrooms, as everything is done online from anywhere an internet connection is available.

Not only will students have access to 21 downloadable lessons that go in-depth with spreadsheets, but the company guarantees this is the last course students will need. That is how confident DGD Academy is that their advanced course contains everything students need to understand the inner workings of Excel and how to use it more effectively.

Downloadable guides aren't the only perk this course has to offer. Those that find video learning is a better medium can enjoy the lessons too.  Complementing the downloadable templates and guides, students receive over 3.5 hours of video instruction.

For a limited time, students can enroll in the Excel course for just $87.90. That is a savings of over $300, the original cost. Now is an excellent time to get started and learn new skills that can enhance productivity with the software. Those that are spending too much time manually inputting data can learn the secrets of automation within Excel, which can save a tremendous amount of time and frustration.

Learning new skills for MS Office, like Office or Excel, can propel students further in their careers. Employers are always looking for candidates that have essential skills that help them be more productive in the workplace. By taking the courses, students can have a firm understanding of concepts. The company mentions, “Not only does this course include everything you will ever require to use within this software - from hidden functionalities to making summary tables, beautiful graphs, logical decisions, automation, charts, tables, mastering macros and more… and what to do when things go wrong.”

After students complete the course, they are awarded a certificate of completion—which makes an excellent addition to any resume. Credentials can also be added to profiles like LinkedIn, which can make showing off your new skills to potential employers easier than ever. For those that have found Excel to be a weakness, this course is exactly what you’re needing to make it a strength.

For questions or to get started with the course, visit https://www.dgdgroupusa.com/courses/advanced-excel-course.

Old Bridge - The Board of Fire Commissioners, Fire District 3, Township of Old Bridge,urgently seeks Per Diem and Volunteer firefighters to join us and provide fire protection for your fellow community members. With an unprecedented shortage of firefighters nationwide, our district needs your help now more than ever. Our district's mission is to provide fire protection to all citizens and property within our boundaries and to neighboring communities that request our assistance.

We are committed to providing the highest quality of services possible through incident response, public education, and fire code enforcement. Our firefighters receive extensive training and are equipped with the finest equipment to ensure they can serve our community safely and effectively. Our firefighters continually dedicate their time to protecting the community, and we need more people to join us in this critical endeavor.

We seek individuals willing to dedicate their time and energy to meet our goal. All applicants must pass a physical test and will receive certified training in basic First Aid, CPR/AED certification, and more. We offer Per-Diem firefighters a competitive hourly rate.

During their assigned shifts, firefighters will put out fires, facilitate rescue operations, aid in hazardous materials emergencies, administer medical care, and maintain all relevant equipment. Additionally, you will perform other related duties as needed. Firefighting can be a challenging but rewarding experience for everyone.

It can also be exciting if you're looking for a challenge or want to try something new and different. We are currently accepting applications from those interested in becoming a Per Diem or Volunteer Firefighter in Old Bridge, Fire District 3.

With proper training and guidance from experienced staff members, you can become part of this elite team and protect the community from fires.

By joining us, you will:

• Serve your community and make a difference
• Get trained and equipped to serve your community
• Be part of a team that respects integrity, leadership, and accountability
• Make a difference in the lives of others

Those interested in joining our Per Diem or Volunteer ranks, should contact us for more information about becoming a firefighter or apply online through our website.

We invite you to join us today and become part of something bigger.