“Finish high school,check. Go to college, check.
Go to grad school, and check.” I would say that’s how the majority of young Americans in 2018 envision their educational journey going. However,we all know military spouses don’t always fit into the majority. A while back, I came across an article in Forbes.com that outlined reasons a certificate may be better than a graduate degree. The Forbes article pins down smaller commitment and faster payback as two of the main reasons certifications should be considered. As military spouses, or these words should occupy an impact. Smaller commitment alone is a large reason spouses are turning to certifications. With limited time at each duty station,you may only occupy a year or so to finish a program before moving again. Faster payback may resonate with the transitioning families that are preparing for life external the military and looking to quickly bring in additional income...
Source: militaryfamily.org