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Tuesday Tour Day — Keuka College
August 31, 2010 at 10:59 am — by enid | No Comments
Category: Blog
Today we take you on a tour of Keuka College.
Keuka College has been helping students achieve their educational goals since its founding in 1890. The Accelerated Studies for Adults Program (ASAP) expands on the college’s tradition of academic excellence and offers convenient, affordable degree options for working adults at locations throughout New York state.
In the Accelerated Format:
- You’ll attend class one night each week, and only take one course at a time.
- Programs begin three times each year—spring, summer and fall.
- Earn your bachelor’s degree in as little as two years, or your master’s degree in 18 months.
- You’ll complete your entire degree with the same group of people, giving you an added level of support.
The degree program is offered at more than 20 community colleges and hospitals throughout New York state. Additional locations are continually being developed to support area needs.
Since your time is valuable, Keuka offers convenient solutions—register only once for all courses in your program; textbooks are delivered directly to your home and are included in the cost of tuition. And Keuka College’s Office of Financial Aid provides a variety of programs to assist you in meeting your educational expenses.
Whether you’re looking to finish your bachelor’s degree, or earn your master’s degree, Keuka’s accelerated programs fit your life.
>>To learn more about Keuka College, click here!
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Tuesday Tour Day — Medaille College
August 24, 2010 at 2:47 pm — by enid | No Comments
Category: Blog
Today we take you on a tour of Medaille College.
With campuses in Amherst, Rochester, and Buffalo, adults in Western New York can find a Medaille College campus that is close to either home or work.
The college’s programs and course schedules are designed with three things in mind: convenience, flexibility, and relevance. Day, evening, weekend and on-line classes offer options for almost any schedule.
Obtain your degree without interrupting your life. Some programs meet just one night a week; some programs are one weekend per month. With day, evening, weekend and online classes even the busiest adult can find a way to complete a degree.
If you want to move up in your current job or gain entry into a new career, Medaille’s School of Adult and Graduate Education (SAGE) offers the degrees you need. Some of our degrees can be completed in as short as one year! A promotion or job change is just around the corner.
Career oriented degree programs give you the skills that are valued in today’s marketplace. Classes are taught by experienced professionals who focus on best practices in their field. Each week you will apply new ideas and skills to your current job.
Convenient evening/weekend administrative office hours allow you access to the information you need while you are on campus. Most programs start three times a year; January, May, September. Online students can start six times per year.
Tuesday Tour Day — Globe University
August 17, 2010 at 9:45 am — by enid | No Comments
Category: Blog
Today we take you on a tour of Globe University.
For more than 125 years, Globe University has focused on providing education that trains students for specific careers.
Globe graduates succeed in the employment market because the university prides itself in small class sizes, hands-on training and offering plenty of networking opportunities.
Classes are taught by experienced professionals who understand the importance of practical, hands-on training. Every program is designed and maintained by industry and business professionals who keep pace with the evolving career marketplace. And each department’s success is judged by how many graduates get jobs in their chosen fields and what starting salaries they received.
>> To learn more about Globe University, view majors and request information, click HERE!
Tuesday Tour Day — Nova Southeastern University
August 10, 2010 at 9:34 am — by enid | No Comments
Category: Blog
Today we take you on a tour of Nova Southeastern University.
Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is the nation’s seventh-largest independent university, with more than 29,000 students; 100,000 alumni; a sprawling 300-acre Fort Lauderdale main campus, several satellite campuses around Florida, and a large online constituency.
Staff, counselors, and faculty are keenly aware of the unique challenges, issues, and concerns you face and are prepared to help you achieve your goals. They can provide you with information on everything from how you’ll pay for college to finding an academic program that meets your needs from accounting to theater, NSU has a major for you.
NSU offers all types of learning from traditional full-time options to part-time and weekends. And it’s a pioneer in distance education and online learning environments, so NSU has classes that fit your schedule.
>> To learn more about Nova Southeastern University, view majors and request information, click HERE!
Tuesday Tour Day – Westwood College
July 20, 2010 at 1:20 pm — by diana | No Comments
Category: Blog
Today we take you on a tour of Westwood College.
Today’s workplace is extraordinarily competitive. Employers value people who can make a contribution right out of the gate. To succeed, you must have specific, hands-on skills, and be able to put those skills to work without a long training period.
That’s why Westwood College works closely with employers and our Program Advisory Committees to ensure that every Westwood program focuses on industry-relevant skills that graduates need to compete in today’s workplace. And that’s why hands-on experience is a critical part of Westwood’s curriculum.
The curriculum is project and team oriented. When you graduate from Westwood, you’ll be ready to make an immediate and lasting contribution to your employer. This is true for graduates of every program offered by Westwood College.
That’s why many employers turn to Westwood again and again when they are recruiting for key positions. These employers recognize that Westwood’s unique approach to career education teaches the hands-on skills that employees need to make valuable contributions to their organizations.
>> To learn more about Westwood College, view majors and request information, click HERE!
Tuesday Tour Day – Rochester Institute of Technology
July 13, 2010 at 10:29 am — by diana | 1 Comment
Category: Blog, Choosing a College
We know that as an adult learner, you need information about going back to school quickly and all in one place!
Welcome to Tuesday Tour Day on BackToLearn.com. Each Tuesday we’ll bring you a different education opportunity to consider for your back to school experience.
Today we look at Rochester Institute of Technology—Part-time Undergraduate Studies
Career-focused. Specialized. Technologically-based. Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is a respected, internationally renowned private, coeducational university enrolling more than 16,500 students. More than 65 of the University’s 200 undergraduate programs can be taken on a part-time basis.
A degree from RIT comes with certain perks. Greater earning potential in growing fields, the support and experience of accomplished professionals with real-world connections, and a world-class reputation that earns immediate respect from employers around the world. Our full-time job is making it easier for part-time students.
RIT offers programs from our main campus in Rochester, N.Y. and around the world through the convenience of online learning. Traditional classroom courses are offered to meet your working schedule: evenings, Saturdays, and days.
Our convenient quarter calendar means our classes last only 11 weeks, offering the opportunity to take classes four times each year — beginning in September, December, March and June.
A part-time certificate or degree from RIT is worth more and impacts your earning power for years to come. You’re prepared to step into the better-paying, high-demand positions in today’s hottest, most lucrative fields. So as you grow, so will your paycheck.
>>To learn more about RIT, view their programs and to request information, click here!
A day in the life of a career in cosmetology
June 2, 2010 at 4:00 pm — by Laura | No Comments
Category: Blog, Careers
If you like to make people feel more confident and good about themselves, then a career in cosmetology might be for you.
Check out these articles from our sister site, NextStepU, for a day in the life of these cosmetology careers.
* Careers in cosmetology (with related career video)
* Hairstylist
Thinking about a career in cosmetology or other beauty-related field? Start your search here for a college that offers a program that will help you reach your dreams!
College programs for adults looking for careers in cosmetology
June 1, 2010 at 11:40 am — by Laura | 1 Comment
Category: Blog, Choosing a College, Uncategorized
Do you like to make people feel good about themselves? Want a fun and creative career?
Then consider a future in the cosmetology industry.
Note that each state has different licensing requirements for beauty-related careers.
A career in cosmetology provides flexible hours and locations and may include work in hair care, skin care, nails and makeup.
Now’s a good time to pursue a cosmetology career—the need for salon professionals is increasing. It’s also a great business if you are entrepreneurial. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics also notes that about 44 percent of workers in the personal appearance industry are self-employed!
Some career ideas (and their average earnings, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics) include:
* Theater makeup artist ($12.63/hour)
* Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists ($11.13/hour)
Start your search for beauty-related college programs here!
About Enid
Hi, I'm Enid, editor of BackToLearn.com. Over the past seven years I've worked in various print and digital journalism jobs. During that time I went back to school to get my master's degree, so I understand how going back to school can be intimidating when you've been out for a while. Fortunately, we're here to help! Check out BackToLearn.com for tips along the way!
