Posted by Dan on September 23rd, 2008
Let’s face it, finding the right job that offers enough financial reward with the comfort of benefits and job stability is as difficult as winning the state lottery. The problem that faces many people is the ability to find a career path that provides a bright future and that is why we have identified several top careers and jobs for 2009 to help you in your search for a perfect career.
No two industries are created equal and therefore there are always going to be selected careers that will remain in demand despite the economic status of the United States. One of these high demand careers is within the HealthCare Industry as a Registered Nurse. Hospitals around the country continue to seek motivated employees that wish to assist in the caring and rehabilitation of patients as a registered nurse.
Average salary ranges for a Registered Nurse according to Indeed.com’s Salary Report, is around $70,000 dollars a year. Becoming a Registered Nurse can be a daunting task, but with the introduction of several adult learning programs offered by online schools, the opportunity to go back to school and earn a degree focused on nursing could not be easier.
Several notable schools such as the University of Phoenix and National American University Online offer students the ability to earn a Bachelors in Science to become a Registered Nurse. If you are interested in a rewarding career that continues to offer career advancement and strong benefits, then you should look into becoming a Registered Nurse and earn your degree today.
Posted by admin on September 4th, 2008
Looking for financial aid to earn your college degree online, all you need to do is apply for federal aid. For 2008, University of Phoenix ranked as the top college to receive federal student aid from the US Government. In addition to UOP, 9 other online colleges ranked in the top 100. The US Government is providing financial aid for people to go to school online and earn the degree they need to succeed. You can find out more information on these online colleges today and speak to an admissions representative about applying and enrolling for the upcoming term.
Top Online Colleges Accepting Federal Tuition Assistance
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX INC
STRAYER UNIVERSITY INC
DEVRY UNIVERSITY INC
AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIV
CAPELLA EDUCATION COMPANY INC
ITT EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
ARGOSY EDUCATION GROUP INC
STRAYER UNIVERSITY, INC
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY INC
Posted by J.M. Striegel on August 16th, 2008
Lifetime Television and the University of Phoenix have teamed up to bring you an amazing opportunity to win a full scholarship to the University of Phoenix. Fire up the webcam and enter the contest via an online video submission where you have two minutes to convince the panel of judges “how a scholarship from the University of Phoenix will help make your dreams come true.” Three finalists will be chosen from the eligible videos and will be asked to complete a University of Phoenix application. A Grand Prize winner will be selected from the three finalists, with the winner announced on September 15, 2008.
The contest, running August 1, 2008 until August 27, 2008, will award the winner with “a non-cash, non-transferable credit of fifty five thousand dollars ($55,000) to be used solely for tuition and fees for courses in a University of Phoenix degree program of Grand Prize winner’s choice.” Check out the rules and regulations and then get thee to the application where you can enter for a chance to make your dreams come true. What are you waiting for?
Hurry! Contest ends: August 27, 2008
J.M. Striegel
Posted by dreese0421 on July 15th, 2008
One might say that I am a professional student. I received my first Master’s Degree in Secondary Education back in May of last year through the University of Phoenix online school. Then I decided to go back this past August to work on my second Masters. This time in ESL.
There really was no discussion for me in regards to whether I should go to the local university or enroll online. My local university is okay, but I am very busy. I work two jobs, am raising two great kids and am married. Going back to school in a brick and mortar building with the school dictating to me when I had to go was out of the question. I needed flexibility and I needed a school that had excellent teachers as well as the finest resources available.
If you decide to search the web for online schools, you will get a boat load of URLs. It’s important to understand that not all the schools are accredited. You want to choose one that is accredited statewide and nationally. These are the schools that will get noticed on the resumes.
My choice was the University of Phoenix. Several reasons governed my decision. First, I had already completed one degree with them. I was used to their system and felt it did not require me to take a training class.
Second, this school has been around since 1976. They were one of the first universities to provide classes online. They have a reputation of being the best. I agree. Their teachers are top notch for the most part. The University of Phoenix, or Apollo Group, has stringent rules for becoming a facilitator. According to Apollo group website,
“To qualify as a University of Phoenix faculty member, you must meet the following minimum criteria*:
- A master’s or doctoral degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution (or international equivalent) related to the subject you wish to teach. Some courses require a doctoral degree or more specific qualifications.
- Work experience related to the subject you wish to teach. Requirements vary by course and program.
*Each candidate’s experience and academic preparation are reviewed to meet the established requirements developed for each program and specific course. Some degree programs require more specific qualifications”
I trust their teachers and I have learned a great deal from them.
Third I get to make my own hours. The teachers post the syllabus and I get to choose when I post to the class. I can do this 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It matters not when, as long as I follow the rules set by the teacher. If I want to wait until my kids are in bed, then I do it after 11 pm. If I work up early and cannot get back to sleep, I can go online and do school work. Try to do that at the local university.
Fourth, I meet many people in my field of study from all around the world. I feel as though I have many friends in Japan, Jamaica and all across the USA. We can network and get to know one another through our class discussions. Talk about social networks.
Fifth, financial aid applications are a breeze at UOP. You fill out forms online at the school and then you are directed to the FAFSA site. They do the rest. Now it sometimes can take awhile, but once you get the first check, the other fall in line in a timely manner. You don’t have to go to the financial aid office and get the paperwork. You don’t even have to mail it back to the university. With electronic signature, it is all done online. All this from the comfort of your own home. Talk about saving gas money!
Lastly, because I am an online student, I have had to write many papers. I have found my writing skills have improved immensely. I am proud of the work I create and know when I receive my GPA, it is because I have worked hard at following the APA format and completing my assignments exactly in the manner requested by my facilitator.
Online school requires time management skills and determination. There is no one breathing down your back to make sure you get your work done on time. Well, except your learning team members. If you are not self-disciplined, online study is not for you. But if you want a quality education and the opportunity to work at your schedule, I would highly recommend online school. You no longer have to say, “I don’t have the time.” It’s the best move I ever made.
Posted by admin on June 19th, 2008
Just like Jim Cramer says in his daily television show, “pick the best stock in the industry,” the same is true for online colleges. There are hundreds of online universities from state run colleges (UMASS Online) to Ivy leagues (Ecornell Online) offering online degrees and certificates from the comfort of your living room. University of Phoenix is the oldest online university and most renowned boasting over 280,000 students which has been educating students since 1976 and now offers over 170 US and Canadian campus locations.
University of Phoenix even has the benefit that NBA Star Shaquille O’neil graduated from the university with an MBA degree while taking classes online as well as at the West Los Angeles campus before he was traded from LA to Miami.
With over 100 degree programs from Associates to PhD degrees, students can find the degree they want to earn and take classes on their time. In the end, you can take classes at any university or online college but what you learn and your education will be based on the time and effort you put into your classes, assignments, and exams.
