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How to use storytelling to influence and persuade
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Consider the ideal time
There are two signs that you are ready to go back to school.
- You know what you want. You picked the subject you want to study and the goals you want to accomplish through your education.
- You're reasonably sure you can pay for it. Ideally, your education should open career doors that will enable you to pay back any student debt.
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Certificate, certification or degree
- Free massive open online courses (MOOCs) are ideal if you want to know more about a subject.
- Certificates are non-degree-granting programs and are helpful when exploring a new area or increasing your current expertise.
- Professional ce...
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Work and study
Many people work full-time while studying. Their employer may also help pay the tuition.
You can study full-time or part-time. Full-time will get you quicker to completion, but part-time will allow some breathing room to attend to other responsibilities easier.
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Paying for school
- There's no age limit for federal aid. So you can fill out the FAFSA again, but now as an adult. FAFSA can also help you narrow down federal aid prospects.
- Contact the financial aid office of the school you would like to attend. Ask if you ca...
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Adult higher education
According to the National Center of Education Statistics, the number of students over 25 who pursue higher education will increase.
Older students have many options, such as online courses, professional certifications and doctoral programs. While it can be difficult to fit school into your ...
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Choosing a program
Consider your logistical requirements. Is there a program near where you live? Do you have transport available? Should the program offer evening, weekend, or online classes?
Start your research:
Look up program rankings, find the program's graduation rate, investigat...
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Pillars in the Career Master Plan
- Current job or role: This is what you are doing right now.
- Career Goals and Dreams: List your short-term (6-9 months) and longer-term (1-3 years) career goals and dreams.
- Your Big Why: Know why you want to do the work.
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