Kids Education School Gallery: Adult education

Tuesday, 5 July 2011

Adult education

INFORMATION

Adult education

Benefits of a College Degree

Often, the only thing standing between you and the job you want is your education, or lack thereof. You can have decades of experience and still miss out on great job opportunities because you don’t have enough education. Some companies have clearly-defined requirements for each of their positions, and it’s not unusual for education to be at the top of the list. Many corporations won’t give management positions to anyone without a bachelor’s degree, and some business types won’t make it without a master’s of business administration, or MBA. Registered nurses who want administrative positions will need to get back to school and earn a bachelor’s of science in nursing, or BSN. Having a college degree tells your current or prospective employer a lot. First, students gain a wealth of knowledge in school, and spending two or four years immersed in a program dedicated to your job field arms you with the knowledge you’ll need from day one on the job. Employers know that if you’ve got a degree, you won’t need as much training as those without one. A degree program also gives you a different perspective of the industry than that of someone without a diploma. Most programs cover theory in addition to practical application and generally offer a historical insight that someone might never gain with just on-the-job training.
College also helps you develop general skills that don’t come from any one particular class. In school, you’ll write lots and lots of papers, and your writing skills will be honed along the way. Many programs feature a core curriculum of general classes that all students have to take—history, English, math, science—to help you gain a broad appreciation for the world at large, as well as develop a general familiarity with important concepts and principles outside of your field of study. This kind of instruction helps you become more well-rounded and versatile, something employers consider to be very valuable.
Commitment is another great aspect of a college degree. You dedicate a lot of time to completing assignments, writing papers and studying for exams, and you learn priceless tactics like time management and how to focus on the task at hand. Aside from time, college is a financial commitment with tuition, books and other expenses all quickly adding up. All of this investment proves to an employer that you’re devoted to your career.
In short, a college degree serves as proof that you’re knowledgeable and qualified in your field. If you’re already working and jonesing for a better position, you’ll find that today, it’s easier than ever to earn a diploma. Online programs easily fit into full-time work schedules, and online degrees are offered in dozens of majors at all levels. Keep in mind that your employer might be a huge financial help if you’re looking to kick up your career—a common workplace benefit is tuition reimbursement.