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  • Just What is Continuing Education?

    Although many people may think of preparing for the GED as continuing education, technically, it's not. Continuing education
    means progressing with your educational career after you've either received your high school diploma or you've received an
    alternative GED certificate.

    So what does continuing education include? Well, technical schools, college classes, and online classes to progress in your
    career are examples of forms of continuing education. These classes and programs are intended to help you continue your
    education after graduation.

    Technical schools were created specifically to help adults progress beyond high school. These schools have programs that
    help learners master the skills and technological expertise they need to secure good jobs. Also known as vocational
    education, technical schools can train you for jobs such as an auto mechanic, a bookkeeper, or a cosmetologist.

    Community colleges are a main source of continuing education classes. In addition to helping people work toward a degree,
    community colleges also offer programs such as nursing, respiratory therapy, and law enforcement. The community college
    environment is perfect for people who want to advance in their current job or move on to a better job.

    Many college campuses offer evening and Saturday classes just to make learning convenient for adult students. They also
    have classes you can take online so that you will be able to make time for learning. Continuing education offerings at
    these campuses range from complete programs to individual courses that can help you master new skills. Your local community
    college is a wonderful place to look when you're considering continuing education options.

    Naturally four-year colleges also offer continuing education classes. You can earn a degree at these colleges or simply
    take additional classes to help you progress in your career. Many professionals find that returning to college to get
    either a Bachelor's or Master's degree can really boost their career.

    In additional to classes for degrees, colleges offer specialized classes that can help you master certain skills. For
    instance, you can take classes that will help you learn specialized computer programs. You also can learn new skills and
    talents, such as how to create multimedia presentations. More employers these days are encouraging their employees to
    explore continuing education options. The more skills and talents you possess, the better chance you have of landing and
    keeping a good job.

    If you think you're too busy to take continuing education classes, think again. These days your options are practically
    limitless. Not only can you find traditional classes, you can take online classes, use interactive DVD and online programs
    to take a class, and even take teleclasses by watching your television. These new delivery methods make it easy for
    practically everyone to find a class that is convenient.

    To start your search for continuing education classes, first analyze your goals. Do you want to get a degree? Learn the
    latest technology? Advance in your career? Decide what you want to accomplish, and then research your options. The Internet
    contains a wealth of information about continuing education opportunities. With just a little effort, you're bound to find
    the right opportunity for you.