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Posted by David R. Wetzel Aug 3, 2008 |
Whether going back to school for a new career or promotion, these two myths keep some adults from attending community college.
First Myth: Community college is only for vocational education jobs.
Reality: Although adults can complete vocational education certification programs at a community college, many more degree programs are offered. In fact, many community colleges are designed to provide affordable options to colleges and universities. Many employers accept and hire adults who complete Associate Degrees.
Second Myth: Community college students cannot make it in a college or university.
Reality: Adult students who complete an Associate’s Degree tend to have a higher grade point average (GPA) than those who only attend a four year college. In fact I will provide you with a personal example: I graduated from community college with an Associate’s Degree (in my 30’s), earned a Bachelor’s Degree, then a Masters Degree, and eventually a Ph.D.
There are many more adults out there who accomplish the same or nearly the same by starting in community college. Others who have led successful lives after earning community college degrees include:
- Pete Rozelle: Former Commissioner of the NFL
- Gwendolyn Brooks: Pulitzer prize-winning poet
- Eileen Collins, NASA astronaut
- Fred Haise: Apollo 13 Astronaut
Do not let anyone tell you that going back to school at a community college is a waste of time. Continuing education will help you achieve your life’s goals or be a stepping stone to other goals.
Examples community college degrees are degrees in business, nursing, web design, law enforcement, and many more. Visit Earning a Degree in Radio and TV Broadcasting and Changing Careers to be a Web Designer which are two examples.