4 Reasons to Join the Back-to-School Fun
Editor’s note: This post is sponsored by Career Step.
As summer turns to fall, it seems like the world gets ready to go back-to-school. When was the last time you joined in the back-to-school excitement for your own education, not just as a support to children or a spouse? If getting or finishing an education has been on your bucket list, there’s no time like the present to hit the books and accomplish your dreams.
Going back to school is no small deal, though, especially as an adult. Our schedules get fuller with each passing year, so tackling coursework, homework, and tests takes lots of determination and commitment to succeed. Focusing on the reasons why you’re going back to school can help keep you going when the going gets tough.
So what are some good motivators?
Here are four of our favorites:
1. Better career opportunities
Regardless of whether you pursue a college degree or a certificate program, education opens the door to better careers—including a better paycheck. If speed is a need, a certificate program that trains you for a specific career is a great option. These programs can get you working in your new career in a year or less. It’s a great way to get the most of your educational investment. Studying for a specific, in-demand career helps increase your chances of landing and keeping a great job.
2. Increased financial security
More education means more earning potential. A career-training program will help you get the skills employers want and help you secure a great job—and for considerably less than a four-year college degree. With many certificate programs, you’ll be able to earn back your educational investment in two or three paychecks once you’re in your career.
As you do your homework on which program to choose, make sure to look into the salary you could earn and what jobs are needed in your area. We recommend looking into what opportunities exist before you start a program so you end up with the result you want. Don’t forget about work-from-home opportunities too—they’re a great option for the military lifestyle.
3. Being a positive role model
Children whose parents pursue higher education after high school are more likely to do so themselves. Set the bar high for your family by blazing the path for your children to follow. Going back to school helps your children see how important education and lifelong learning is. Show them the value of hard work, dedication, and commitment by moving your own career ahead.
4. Accomplishing your goals
There’s nothing more satisfying than achieving a longtime goal. If you’ve wanted to start a great, meaningful career, there’s no time like the present. Why wait? Get the skills to start a more rewarding career. The sooner you dive in, the sooner you’ll get the better paycheck and satisfaction of a job well done. We know you can do it! Show yourself that you can too.
The reasons to go back to school are endless. If you’re feeling the itch to hit the books, sign up for a program. Career Step offers flexible, online career training and are experts in helping military spouses. Best of all, their programs are MyCAA approved, so if you’re eligible for this funding, you can get your education for free. For more information, visit CareerStep.com/military-spouse.
