Atlanta - Continuing Education

People change careers several times in their lives. As we grow, learn, move, and make family choices, careers are shifted. As back to school season kicks off, education is a focal point of conversations at dinner tables across the nation.

Planning a Career Change?
Go BACK TO SCHOOL this fall!
Candi Deschamps – elearners.com

People change careers several times in their lives. As we grow, learn, move, and make family choices, careers are shifted. As back to school season kicks off, education is a focal point of conversations at dinner tables across the nation.

According the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics “education pays!” (Visit http://www.bls.gov/spotlight/ for more information on recent government statistics about labor and education.) Going back to school is often a critical step to changing careers, and it can be achieved in a variety of ways, including online.

During the research phase of a career change, take the time to investigate, look inward, and move forward with knowledge.

Some questions to ask of yourself:

What do I enjoy doing?

What challenges me personally and professionally?

What do I face in my current career that I’d like to change?

How much money would I like to earn?

How would a career change affect my family?

What are my long-term goals?

What additional education would be required?

What can I afford? What can I NOT afford?

After taking the time to evaluate and take a personal “snapshot,” it is important to tap into resources that exist to help people just like you. The Internet is chock full of information and can be a great help when researching new careers, educational choices, salary ranges, trends and much more. The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics recently announced a list of careers and their projected growth through 2014. Their Top 10 “Above Average Wages and High Projected Growth Occupations” include:

1. Postsecondary teachers
2. General and operations managers
3. Elementary school teachers, except special education
4. Accountants and auditors
5. Computer software engineers, applications
6. Computer systems analysts
7. Secondary school teachers, except vocational and special education
8. Computer software engineers, systems software
9. Physicians and surgeons
10. Network systems and data communications analyst

It is noted in the research, however, that these occupations typically require at least a bachelor’s degree. So what next? Get to class! Researching schools can be daunting, but DOES NOT have to be! Consider resources such as eLearners.com, a leading resource for connecting learners with education. The site serves many purposes for individuals looking at school and careers, from defining the right degree program to finding a school and learning about managing school debt.

Visit www.elearners.com and http://www.bls.gov/spotlight/ for more information.

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Continuing Education People change careers several times in their lives. As we grow, learn, move, and make family choices, careers are shifted. As back to school season kicks off, education is a focal point of conversations at dinner tables across the nation.	Education Tax Credit/Deduction Getting a college degree or taking classes to enhance your credentials can be expensive. Thankfully Uncle Sam has devised a few ways to lighten your financial load as you increase your course load. There are many higher education tax credits to choose from.	Counselor Education and Training Job The duties of a counselor are as multiple and various as the diverse populations they serve. From mental health facilities to your local high school to a police station, there is a counselor around with the kind of expertise to help anyone in need of listening or advice.
Construction Management Education Construction is one of the largest industries in the nation. A degree in construction management could further your career in this rapidly expanding field.	Hope Credit Qualified students or their parents can use the Hope Credit to offset more than a thousand dollars in education expenses.	Higher Education Fortunately, if you're looking to continue your education, you have many options. Undergraduate, graduate, and vocational programs are available in many communities as well as online. This site will help you make sense of it all.
Continuing Education Atlanta GA	Education Tax Credit/Deduction Atlanta GA	Counselor Education and Training Job Atlanta GA
Construction Management Education Atlanta GA	Hope Credit Atlanta GA	Higher Education Atlanta GA

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Groveway Community Black History Program Dates: 2/8/2009 - 2/8/2009 Location: Roswell Cultural Arts Center Roswell GA View Details Times: 3 P.M Address: 950 Forest St Roswell GA Description: Groveway Community Black History Program at Roswell Cultural Arts Center at 3 P.M. Tickets may be purchased at the door.	College of Continuing and Professional Studies Adolescent Substance Abuse Training Dates: 11/21/2008 - 11/21/2008 Location: Atlanta Administration and Conference Center, #243 & #245 Atlanta GA View Details Times: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Email: callahan_bg@mercer.eu Phone: 678-547-6044 Address: 2931 Flowers Rd. S Atlanta GA Description: Training provided to state of Georgia Department of Human Resources employees. Topic: "Counseling Theories"	McAfee School of Theology Fall 2008 Preview Conference and Scholarship Interviews Dates: 11/16/2008 - 11/17/2008 Location: Atlanta Campus Atlanta GA View Details Times: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Email: nelson_rf@mercer.edu Phone: 678-547-6474 Address: 3001 Mercer University Drive Atlanta GA Description: Preview Conference for prospective students to meet faculty, attend classes, tour campus. Also, scholarship interviews conducted for those identified as scholarship prospects
Public Safety Leadership Institute Module Six Dates: 11/10/2008 - 11/14/2008 Location: Atlanta Administration and Conference Center, #243 & #245 Atlanta GA View Details Times: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Email: slaton_bj@mercer.edu Phone: 678-547-6484 Address: 2931 Flowers Rd. S Atlanta GA Description: The Public Safety Leadership Institute is specifically designed for public safety leaders, as well as individuals who desire to advance to leadership positions in municipal, county, state, and federal agencies representing law enforcement, fire department	Lamar Memorial Lecture Series Dates: 11/3/2008 - 11/4/2008 Location: Medical School Auditorium Atlanta GA View Details Times: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Email: shipley_be@mercer.edu Phone: 478-301-2357 Address: 3001 Mercer University Drive Atlanta GA Description: Annual Lamar Memorial Lecture Series Three Lecture Series Lecture #1 - 10 a.m., Nov. 3; Lecture #2 - 7:30 p.m., Nov 3; Lecture #3 - 7:30 p,m, Nov. 4.	College of Continuing and Professional Studies Adolescent Substance Abuse Training Dates: 11/1/2008 - 11/1/2008 Location: Atlanta Administration and Conference Center, #243 & #245 Atlanta GA View Details Times: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Email: callahan_bg@mercer.eu Phone: 678-547-6044 Address: 2931 Flowers Rd. S Atlanta GA Description: Training provided to state of Georgia Department of Human Resources employees. Topic: "Counseling Theories"

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