Archive | 2012

Obtaining a master’s degree for additional job security

January 18, 2012

While earning a bachelor's degree can be a viable way to find a job and begin a career path that suit your personal interests, it can be tough to hold a position during an economic downturn. When the unemployment rate begins to rise, those with less experience and education tend to be the ones who are hit the hardest.
The U.S.…

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Advancing past an associate degree to earn a bachelor’s degree

January 18, 2012

Going to school to earn an associate degree is a positive step you can take toward finding a career you love. However, it often takes a higher degree in order to advance in any job, which can be problematic for those who not already possess a bachelor's degree.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported in 2010 that the average salary for those with an associate degree was $767.…

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Earning a degree and pursuing a degree in fitness training

January 18, 2012

If you're a fitness guru and know everything there is to know about exercising, you may have thought about turning your passion into a career. However, it can be difficult to find a fitness training or aerobics job without a college degree. Although not all companies require their instructors to have degrees, you can make your resume more appealing to employers by obtaining a postsecondary education.…

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Licensed nurses receive scholarships to further careers

January 17, 2012

Many people think that going back to school isn't an option once they have found a job and started a family, but it isn't uncommon for adults to earn a degree later in life to further their careers. Often, financial resources can be easily found through the government or companies looking to help academically-motivated individuals.
Recently, the National Education Alliance awarded a series of scholarships to registered nurses with Extendicare.…

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Welborn scholarship to help high school students from Union County

January 17, 2012

It's not uncommon for high school students to have their dreams of attending college cut short due to a lack of funding. However, the cost of tuition is often too much for individuals who come from families that are struggling financially.
Union County, Indiana, is one region that is attempting to make sure that high school students don't have to tuck their dreams away when the going gets tough.…

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ImageIQ to offer scholarship to undergraduate students

January 17, 2012

Individuals who are interested in earning a postsecondary education might not have the financial means to pay for tuition. In turn, this may deter them from obtaining a degree. However, there are many resources that can be taken advantage of to relieve the financial stress of going to college. Grants and scholarships are efficient ways to curb the cost of tuition.…

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College scholarships can make it easier to earn a physical therapy degree

January 17, 2012

If you've always had an interest in helping others, you might have thought about entering a profession in the field of physical therapy. However, it can be difficult to get a job in this industry if you don't have a degree. Often, employers specifically look for applicants who have gone to college and show a commitment to learning.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that by 2018, more than 241,000 people will be working in the physical therapy industry.…

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