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An Online Degree Can Prepare You for a Lucrative Career in a Brand New Field

January 2nd, 2008    Subscribe To Our Feed

If you are bored with your existing job and want to branch out into a new career in a growing field, why not look at these interesting employment fields. Online courses and an online degree can prepare you for a career in some of the newest and most exciting fields on the job horizon.

Major advances in the scientific field have created opportunities in fields such as genetics and forensics. Jobs in either of these fields will be in high demand for at least the next few decades and most likely beyond. Genetic counseling is one area where there are a minimal number of qualified counselors, while demand is steadily increasing.

Genetics Counseling

As genetic testing comes to the forefront, the demand for qualified candidates will explode. These professionals generally work in research institutes and hospitals. They deal with a broad spectrum of genetic topics, ranging from pediatrics to cancer.

Wondering what a genetic counselor actually does? Well, a they helps individuals and families understand their genetic backgrounds and assess potential risks for contracting diseases or passing them on to offspring. For instance, if your mother was a victim of breast cancer, what are your chances of contracting the same medical condition? Or, if you have a serious or rare medical issue, what are the chances of you passing it on to a child?

If this field sounds interesting to you, a related online degree in couseling will usually be required. Individuals with a masters degree will have a great advantage in procuring jobs in this hi-tech field.

Forensics Investigator

You’ve seen all the popular CSI programs and how crimes are solved in the labs, not by pounding the streets. If this looks like an exciting career, then you may want to consider a position as a forensic investigator. As an investigator, you will be involved in collecting and examining crime evidence. You could delve into DNA analysis, blood splatter analysis, ballistics testing, and different chemical experiments.

Forensic nursing is an attractive specialty and will require an associate degree in nursing followed by classes for forensics certification. An online Forensic Nursing Certificate program is already available through a reputable online school, Kaplan University.

Why not enjoy a career in one of these growing hi-tech fields with exciting develops surfacing almost daily? An online degree will help you prepare for your new career, so why not browse the online course offerings at DirectDegree.com and start preparing for a position in these exciting and rewarding fields today!

Federal Student Education Loans May Be Your Ticket to an Online Degree

September 9th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

If you are anxious to get an online college degree but felt that you just couldn’t afford it right now, the answer may be a Federal student education loan. These loans are offered through the Federal Government and come in a variety of loans, each tailored for a specific educational need. If you apply for any of the online student education loans, your chances are very good of being approved.

Why a Federal Student Education Loan?

Of all the student loans available today, it is the Federal student education loans that provide some of the lowest interest rates and most flexible repayment terms. You will find that some of these loans even offer a subsidized payment feature.

And then once you graduate, the loans provide a grace period where no payment is required for a certain period of time. This allows you to find employment with your new online degree and get your feet on the ground before you have to start re-paying the student loan. It is obvious that ‘Uncle’ Sam really does want you to get an education and they are willing to help you bankroll your online college degree. So, why not take them up on their offer?

How Much Funding Can I Get?

This will really be determined by the online school you wish to attend. Also, the amount will be determined based on a number of factors. These include; what year of school you are in, the tuition costs of your online college, and lastly, your financial need. Not surprisingly, many online students pay for most, if not all, of their tuition costs of attending their online college through federal student loans and grants.

How You Can Apply for a Federal Student Loan

Your first step should be to contact your online college’s financial aid counselor. They can offer recommendations on applying for a student loan, what loan amount to expect, and perhaps where to find alternative or supplemental sources of funds (like scholarships and grants). They can also advise you of what documents will be required to expedite the application process.

As a convenience, the government allows you to apply online for student education loans (even with bad credit). You will be required to fill out a form called a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA website will explain in detail the application process and required information and forms. Visit www.fafsa.ed.gov for more information.

A Career Lesson in Distance Education

August 22nd, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

As you probably already know, distance education can make a college degree a reality for many people who are not in a position to attend a more traditional college setting. A lesson on distance education that you can count on is that through online courses you can earn a college degree and improve your standard of living for you and family.

If you are one of those individuals that, because of time, work or personal comitments, cannot attend a traditional university, don’t give up hope for a better future and career. An online degree program is tailor made for you.

And if you have any doubts about the benefits of achieving an online bachelors degree, listen to these statistics reported by the US Department of Labor: In today’s dollars, a bachelors degree is, on average, worth more than $2.1 million to you over a 40 year period (an average career).

Another lesson to be learned can be found in these statistics: Over the past 10 years, jobs for individuals with a bachelor’s degree have grown by 1.8 million. Over the same period, those people without a college degree (high school diploma only) have seen jobs decrease by nearly 700,000. If you think that you can advance your career and standard of living without a college degree, the numbers indicate that it will be a very difficult task. The odds are working against you!

If there is any lesson on distance education to be learned here, it is that online classes can provide you the opportunity to have a better life, a better career, and a better future. This single decision on obtaining an online degree can be the difference between scrounging for a living in a job that you can barely stand and living a financially-secure, rewarding life. So, which will you choose?

University of Phoenix Review

May 11th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

College: University of Phoenix Online

Programs Offered: Business & Management, Education, Health Services, Criminal Justice, Information Technology, Continuing Education, and More

More Info: DirectDegree.com

Consumer: Individuals who are seeking to advance their education that prefer to receive a degree through an online education program.

Overview:
The University of Phoenix has a long-standing reputation for providing excellent online degree programs in a broad number of specialties. Having been established in 1976, it has become the largest private university in North America. They offer both traditional learning experiences on over 190 campuses, as well as, a flexible online learning format that is available worldwide.

Accreditation:
The University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. Their specialty degree programs, such as, their Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. For more information on the university’s accreditations, visit: University of Phoenix Online

Pros:

• The University of Phoenix provides students the opportunity to achieve a degree at one of their traditional learning centers across the country, or through one of their online education programs.
• Students can earn their degrees based on their own schedule and lifestyle. This allows a student to accelerate completion of their degree, or extend the traditional period if required.
• The University’s instructors have advanced degrees, and most also have actual working experience in the fields that they teach.
• A wide variety of popular curriculums are offered by the University of Phoenix with a choice of degrees in most fields of study.
• This school qualifies for a number of financial aid programs for those students who qualify (for more details, click here).

Cons:

• As with most online education programs, the value and acceptance of a degree by employers in the particular field is an important consideration. We recommend that potential students check with experts in their field of study regarding the acceptability of a degree that has been obtained through an online program.

Educational Value:
We believe that the University of Phoenix Online offers outstanding educational value through its network of learning institutions and vast array of online educations programs and degrees. As the largest private university in North America, this educational provider makes a quality education highly accessible.

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