Continuing Education And A Further Education Qualification
It happens all the time. A young person drops out of school or college, and at first, doesn't regret the decision. But as the years go by and people progress into better salaried jobs, the young person feels left behind. Continuing education lets you make up for lost time.
Consider these facts. People who do not have a further qualification are more likely to be unemployed. That's not surprising since many jobs these days require that you've graduated high school. By exploring continuing education opportunities and receiving your diploma or passing the GED, you'll not only make more money, you also will have more job opportunities.
So where should you start? Well, if you're only a few classes short of graduating, you can take these classes to make up for what you missed. Many cities and school districts offer continuing education classes that can help you make up missed classes in no time. Start by ringing or emailing the high school you attended. Get a copy of your transcript and find out what you need to do in order to obtain your diploma.
Another option used by many people is the GED. The GED, which stands for General Educational Development, is a five-part test administered to prove that you have high-school level academic skills. The tests include Social Studies, Writing, Reading, Mathematics, and Science. When many people think of continuing education, they think of the GED. For this reason, you can find a lot of the resources to help you pass this test.
To prepare for the GED, you can take preparation classes, either online or in person. You also can take telecourses, courses by mail, or use preparation books and videos. The GED has one of the more diverse continuing education programmes, with many options available in most major cities.
If you want to go beyond high school and are looking to find out more about continuing education options, some colleges offer programs where you can finish high school while at the same time taking some college classes. Many community colleges offer these programs. Contact your local campus and find out what the requirements are.
When it comes to continuing education choices, you need to decide what works the best for you. What can you fit into your schedule? How best do you learn? You don't want to get disaffected and give up. Many people find it difficult to master some of the material necessary to pass the GED. You many find it is easier to learn this material if you take a traditional style face-to-face class with an instructor. Not only will you be able to ask questions, but many people find it is easier to learn when they are surrounded by other students.
The principal point of continuing education is to help you have a better, more fulfilled life. To do that, you need to make a commitment to yourself and your future. The opportunities are there. You just need to make up your mind to go after your dream.
Chris Rudolph is a blogger working in the health and social care industry. Find out more about health & social care qualifications at his health and social care NVQ blog.
