Out of work? Go back to school!
Whether you’ve just lost your job or have been out of work for what seems like forever, you should be considering getting more education at an online school. If you’re drawing unemployment compensation, what better time to improve your chances for greater success in your own field or to train for a job that you’ve always wanted to do? You can gain your education or even a degree at your own rate. If you want to zoom through the training by putting in many hours a day and a week, then an online school will make that possible in ways that a regular classroom cannot. If you already have a degree but would like to become a lawyer, you can find an online school that will enable you to achieve that.
It’s wise to be sure the online school you select is accredited. You don’t want to spend money and time only to find that your degree is worthless. You will be surprised to find the range of accredited online schools that offer degrees all the way from a bachelor’s degree to a Ph.D. Some examples: Boston University, Bowling Green State University, Brookline College, The Bush School of Government at Texas A&M University, and Drexel University. You can go to http://www.elearners.com/colleges/colleges.asp for a more complete list.
If you want to find an online school near you and take classes there, possibly getting to know your professor and touching base with the college from time to time, you can do that. However, an online school all the way across the country will also make it possible to get to know your classmates by e-mail and by ‘phone if you wish.
Will it be easier to make good grades at an online school than it would in a standard college setting? The answer is “No!” If you’re not prepared to buckle down and work hard, this may not be your best choice. You will need some self-discipline and a strong desire to make a better life for yourself or you may become discouraged. However, since you will have contact with your fellow classmates, you will have a support system in place in addition to your family and friends.
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Online classes are very fun. Im taking 2 online classes now and still in high school.
ONLINE COLLEGE IS A HELPFUL WAY FOR STUDENTS TO HAVE SPARE TIME AND BE ABLE TO WORK FULL TIME.
I agree online classes are very efficient.
I haven’t been able to get a job yet, but I do believe that it will be better to start off early in school, work hard, and get the education needed for my future career. You do have to work hard to get what you really want.
I have not taken a college course online but I HAVE taken online courses in my highschool and I personally find that interacting with other classmates and ecspecially the teachers helps you to learn the lessons better than just doing work off of the computer.
Out of work and looking to get bak in school, i am currently on un emploument and hopeing i can still collect it while in school?
Online school doesn’t seem to fit me. I prefer being around the population of an open society to the people.
I lost my job a year ago, and went back to school to finish my degree. Best thing I have ever done.
This just doesn’t sound appealing. It’s just not for me, I guess. But good read!
going to school is an investment, taking it online it even better as long as one has a great commitment.
Thanks!
The idea of going to college online is convenient. Although it’s best to be in a classroom, well it’s just what I think will work for me. You just have to look at the pros and cons.
I dunno… There is just something about walking on campus that makes me happy. Plus my home is so noisy!
My cousin is attending an online class for Embry Riddle in Daytona Beach and he’s doing it online. It is taking him longer each week to complete his classes. I started Dual Enrollement at HCC The same time he started online and I have college Agebra and English Done!!! He is still working on part of his english credit from last semester!
I have gone from job to job. Either than I like to work. I also have a higher passion for science. I wan to do something big in life and that’s going back to school. I go now to California College San Diego. I plan on attending there for many years to come. I eventually will be promininant enough to be a full scientist of our community.
I was on the fence with taking classes online, but read some reviews from alumn and it changed my mind. The site helped me decide which school to apply to. http://www.edegreereviews.com/colleges/itt-technical-institute/ just click on the degree and it will lead you to the area to read and write reviews.
going back to school always seems like the best idea, especially doing online classes. they can fit your schedule and your lifestyle.
Thanks for the great advice!
Thank You
Online Classess are great!. You manage your own time within the week, you do haev to be self discplined so you dont fall behind. I recommend it to working indidvudals
My highschooling was online and it was great. I strongly suggest online classes to anyone who wants a good education and a flexible schedule.
I’ve taken a class that was almost completely online and I think it may have been even better than an actual classroom class. This really is a great way that technology is enhancing education and simply knowledge.
I took an online class once and it was entirely too hard to focus.
I think that it is very hard to concentrate and take a class at home. Work is work, school is school, and home is home.
I think online classes can be a great help to people that have personal situations or just like a small enviornment.
The whole point oe going to college right is so that I will not end up in this situation & have to work an hourly job. I dont want a job, I want a career!
Online schooling is helpful for subjects that you are not able to take in school, or when you need to be at home to babysit or whatever.
Online schools are great!
I don’t think online schooling would work for me. I think I would go crazy. I think though it is a great idea for some people. This article really makes me want to go and work hard. This article has given me a new view. I didn’t realize earlier that it would be harder.
I am planning to take some online courses when I go to college. It’s very helpful
The article and ‘Betty’s comments were on point. I’ve recently left employment because I was not happy there. Now I’m enrolled in college and feel that furthering my education will put me/my resume at the top of a potential hiring manager’s desk for review. Good luck and much success to all who had the courage to take that first step towards getting a degree!!
I lost my job, worked as a temporary. Decided to go to college.
Young people today do not realize how fortunate they are in having more scholarships as well as government assistance & low interest loans to help them attend college.
If anyone is thinking about it or just do not know what to do after losing a job – Go To College!
I will graduate within the next year then will be a middle school teacher. I am 57 years old!! Never too old to Learn and make your life worthwhile!
This is great advice! This is sooo true. Taking online classes and making yourself look productive while looking for another job is a great idea too. It also shows any job that you are looking at for hire that you are willing to better yourself with some more education!
I would never take a online class because when you are at home you can never really focus. at home is where you relax and winedown