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Recession sends workers back to school

Las Vegas, Nev., Sun

March 18, 2010

Although the tanked economy has brought some private colleges and technical schools to their knees, others have thrived amid greater demand for career training programs that people hope will help them land jobs. Indeed, the federal stimulus program includes more money for student loans, including programs designed specifically for laid-off workers seeking to train for new careers.

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