You Can Do This
In the world of education, an increasing number of schools and colleges are offering various degrees and courses oriented towards adult learners. In many cases, these working professionals can now acquire their degree in less time that it would take the average student.
Here’s How
For example, At Pace University’s adult degree program, students are allowed up to 36 credits based on their work or life experiences. These credits are assessed through a portfolio that the adult student creates under the direction of the instructor. Depending on the school’s requirements, the portfolio might consist of the student’s resume, an autobiography, or a narrative that relates to the coursework. In addition, certain licenses, certifications, training, and corporate development might be acceptable toward the degree. Hence, a successful portfolio can shave off about ten to sixteen three-credit courses. This equates to an entire semester.
Don’t Let Your Fears Stop You
Before considering returning to school, many adults must first overcome the fears that, for years, have overpowered their vision to return to school. For some, the thought of returning to school at the age of 45 – 50 can be daunting. Many adults wonder if they will be able to fit in. Some worry about the amount of time that it will take, or about what others might think about their plans to return. In short, the uncertainties of returning to school brings them to a full stop, where every reason not to return, is a good enough reason not to move forward.
It’s Never Too Late
If you are on this path of uncertainty or doubt, I want you to know that it is never too late for you to return to school. This decision will introduce you to a multitude of experiences that you will never forget.
- Returning to school will present you with the opportunity to refine your skills and acquire new knowledge that will be useful in your current workplace
- Returning to school will help your brain to remain sharp and active, especially while discussing the experiences of both past and present.
- Returning to school is a one-stop strategy for a career transition.
- Returning to school is also an effective way to tackle the hitches of loneliness, isolation, and depression.
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Change
Though change can be scary, change can also be good. It is okay and natural to feel anxious, excited, nervous and apprehensive. But remember, you had to overcome these feelings before in some shape or form, and you got through it. It is time to put all the excuses to the side and move forward.
As you approach your later years, you know that regardless of the issues that you are going through, everything that you do should be about what you want to do with the rest of your life. It’s time to shock and prepare the folks in your life with responses that signify that change, with respect to your availability, is coming.
- Sorry, I can’t watch the kids, I’m going back to school. (Powerful)
- Sorry, I can’t lend you any money, I’m going back to school. (Empowering)
- Sorry, I can’t go out tonight, I have a class tomorrow. (Focused)
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Find something that you are passionate about, and then find a school and start working towards obtaining your degree, because it’s never too late to learn.
So, come on! Let’s do this!
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