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3 Career Success: Secrets to a Happier,

Wealthier, Healthier You.

Learn the facts about positioning yourself for greater happiness, wealth and health.

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11 The Five Fastest-Growing Careers Based on job numbers and growth, Dr. Laurence Shatkin identifies five of the fastest-growing careers.

33 Think You Have Obstacles Preventing

You From Earning Your Degree?

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17 Online Education Works Understand the benefits of earning your degree online. 22 Need Your GED Diploma? Get the facts on how a GED diploma can improve your life.

Read the stories of busy adults like you who have changed their lives for the better by earning their degrees.
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31 Education is Crucial to Remain

Competitive in a Career or Enhance Job Security.

23 A Rewarding Career is More than

Just a Big Paycheck

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The perfect job is one youd do for free. 25 Where the Jobs are,
and where to look for them.

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What Career Field is Right for You?

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Secrets to a Happier, Wealthier, Healthier You.

What do you think most people look for in a job? The amount of money they make? Low stress? Whatever it is, statistics show that many of todays workers need to re-think what makes them happy in their jobs, and think about how to make it happen.

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Careers
By EdwaRd E. GoRdon

The FuTure oF Jobs and

The Global Talent Showdown

Globalization has dramatically increased worker and business mobility. Businesses are only just now beginning to understand the regrettable truth that the worldwide total of skilled workers will fall millions short in meeting either U.S. or international talent requirements. There are multiple related issues driving this global talent showdown. Most developed economies will soon experience a tsunami of retiring baby boomers, regardless of the economic crisis. U S. boomers have on the whole developed high educational and technical skill levels which will need to be replaced. The Cold War and space race rivalry with the former U.S.S.R. spurred special educational programs from the 1950s to the 1970s. Throughout Americas history each succeeding generation has been better educated and better prepared for future careers than the last generation. But this has come to an end with Generations X and Y who are now replacing the boomers. What happened? A significant technology paradox is now at work. While overall younger workers are tech junkies, they lack the talent qualifications or even interest in careers centered on designing, making, repairing or applying and managing many 21stcentury technologies. What many students and their parents consider cool, prestigious, or sexy, jobs are based on an outdated 20th century career culture. Too many students and younger workers lack the required higher reading, math, science and communications skills for growing 21st century careers. All this has been further magnified by a significant clash of generational work-life cultural expectations, values, ambitions and mindsets. The current recession has begun to alter these career perspectives. More finance, banking or marketing majors and MBAs have started reorienting their career goals toward jobs in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Many of these jobs are
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now unfilled. STEM jobs are predicted to outpace more traditional jobs in both numbers and salary levels over the next decade. At the top of this STEM jobs pyramid are scientists and engineers who are inventing new technologies. However, installing, applying and maintaining these technologies across the entire spectrum of the U.S. economy requires an even broader base of what Peter Drucker called knowledge technologists with a wide range of education, training and

No matter which category fits you, one things Americas workforce comfortably meets this benchmark. Most businesses are now clearearning a degree has become a key applicants experiencing a rising tide of piece who do not meet minimum job qualificato a successful future. 22 million new workers are tions. Too many American not equipped for todays rapid degree-carrying, career-readywhich jobs come andpace and employees go, of will change in 3 skills can rapidly become obsolete. This be needed in the not-so-distant future, and is not a new problem. Over the past several decades 62 to 75% of all jobs will require education the United States has muddled though these beyond high school. talent shortages by importing large
numbers of high-skill workers or graduate

Percentage of jobs that require a two-year or four-year degree and a higher, or special postsecondary occupation Percentage of jobs that require a two-year or four-year degree and higher, certificates postsecondary occupation4 certificates or apprenticeships: or special or apprenticeships:

Having a college degree seems to be a key factor in being satisfied with your career. According to a survey released by the College Board, individuals with higher levels of education are more likely to be satisfied with their jobs and to report that the most important job characteristics for them are that their work seems important and gives them a sense of accomplishment. Whereas only 50% of those with a high school diploma and 40% of those without even a high school diploma reported being satisfied with their careers.7
Job Satisfaction Rates Among Employed Individuals Ages 25 and Older, by Education Level
Moderately Satisfied Very Satisfied 100% 89% 49% 90% 40% 90% 32% 93% 35% Bachelors Degree or Higher 58%

The competition for good jobs is fierce, and the right degree will give you just that much more of an edge.

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62% 75%

Choose your degree, love your career.

more administrative, less hands-on position in the healthcare field. There are many great careers to odays long-term jobs crisis is not about the current financial meltdown. It is about an accelerating talent showdown. The basic cause is that unprecedented in every field. Once youve decided on choose from technological advances are ever more rapidly transforming the world of work. The global economy will be more tech-driven with each passing year. This willplan to start working toward it. one, make a continue to raise the U.S. in your people seeking Theres a saying: If youre happy talent ante forjob, you employment or for businesses that need to fill high-skill jobs. The U.S. Department of Labor finds that 62 percent of all U.S. wont work a day in your life. While we degrees and higher, or special postsecondary occupajobs now require two-year or four-year all have Getting the preparation and education you need tion certificates or apprenticeships. By 2020 we can tough days, they never seem as percentif U.S. jobs. doingexpect that these talent requirements will increase to include 75 bad of were to enter your dream career is critically important. decade something we love. The World Future Society predicts that over the nextlast 50 years! We areofalready witnessBeing happy in your job depends the amount new technology introduced into the U.S. economy will equal that of the Employers report that they will hire 19% more new ing a major talent shift from low-skill jobs to more complex on a variety of thingslike your working conditions,knowledge jobs across major world economies as we enter what I term a Cyber-Mental Age of ultra-high technology.graduates this year (2011) than they did college the kind of work you do, and the people with whom last year.1 The competition for good jobs is fierce, you work. Having the freedom to choose your and the right degree will give you just that much career means having the skills and knowledge to be more of an edge. For some, attending a traditional successful in that field. Usually people are happiest in college fits the bill. For others, private colleges 28 28 the careers for which theyve prepared. and universities may be the answer. If you think that youre too old for college or that additional Think about your dream job. What skills and education wont fit into your day, think about this:2 training will you need? Are there any education requirements? What does your perfect work day Only 25% of college students attend the look like? Is there any part of the job that youd sort of traditional residential college that like to avoid? You can save yourself a lot of stress we often envision. by taking the time to evaluate the pros and cons of your dream career. Doing so will help you Among students in four-year schools, 45% work more than 20 hours a week. identify what kind of career will be best for you. For example, if youre afraid of the sight of blood, but 23% of college students have dependent children. love the idea of working in healthcare, consider a

skills. From health care and throughout the professions, commerce and industry, demand is increasing for a knowledgebased workforce. There is a huge implementation phase to the adoption and use of these kinds of technologies locally, said John Irons, an 5 economist and research director at the Economic Policy Institute in Washington, D.C. The jobs involved do tend to span the spectrum of skills and income levels. And they are not going to be outsourced offshore. Between 2010 and 2020 it is estimated that the United States will lack the qualified talent to fill anywhere from 12 to 24 million essential jobs throughout our economy. These same talent shortages are beginning to appear around the world. Soon 75 percent of all U.S. jobs will demand far higher entry-level qualifications, i.e., a good liberal arts education plus postsecondary career-specific technical skills. Today only about 25 percent of

As the economy gets back students. American businessesnext on track over the have used outsourcing, not at risk of five years, 60 million Americans are just of low-wage jobs, but also millions of high-skill, high-wage jobs which they have toiling in with being locked out of the middle class,placed in countriesthe wages either equivalent or higher than predominantly low-wage jobs that only require high the United States, including: Germany, Japan, Singapore, school diplomas or less. Will you be Koreasafetythem? one and Canada. But these business talent of valves are
about to fail. Many nations are beginning to experience severe yearly population declines. This population shrinkage includes a significant decline in the size of their workforces. And the go-to sources of talent that countries could once easily rely on, such as India and China, are having challenges of their own. Both India and China graduate about 400,000 engineers each year. Yet according to several McKinsey & Company studies and other sources, only about 25 percent of Indian graduates are considered qualified for employment in international businesses. Worse yet, only 10 percent of Chinese graduates
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Statistically, more than half (55%) of our workforce is dissatisfied with their careers.6 Why is that number so high? It could be speculated that many of those people didnt really plan for their working futures. Or it could be that they may have just fallen into their jobs, or didnt fully research their career choices. Whatever the reason, that statistic doesnt have to include you. You have a way out.

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Source: Press Release. Education Pays 2010: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. The College Board. September 2010. < http://press.collegeboard.org/releases/2010/ education-pays-2010-report-shows-college-graduates-weather-recession-better-others>

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College-educated adults, on average, tend to live seven years longer than those with just a high school education.
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Lifestyle-wise, college-educated adults also have a lower rate of obesity and are less likely to smoke. In addition, their children tend to be less obese as well. Plus individuals with higher levels of education are more likely than those with lower levels of education to engage in leisure-time exercise.9 During the decade from 1998 to 2008, the smoking rate declined from 14 to 9% among adults with at least a bachelors degree, while the smoking rate for high school graduates only declined from 29 to 27%.10 Additionally, having a college degree can provide benefits that can improve the lives of your family as well as your own personal health. For example, of parents with at least a bachelors degree, 68% percent read to their children daily, compared with only 41% of parents who are high school graduates. Plus, children of college graduates seem better prepared for school than those of parents without degrees.11 Finally, and perhaps most compelling of all, college-educated adults, on average, tend to live seven years longer than those with just a high school education.12 What does it all mean? Simply this: If you get the degree for the career you want, chances are youll be happier, healthier, and have a longer time to enjoy the life youve made for yourself.

Live long, and prosper.

Have you ever thought that a college degree could be the reason some people live longer than others? When you think about it, it makes sense. Those who have earned their degrees are more likely to have careers with access to benefits that could help them live happier, more fulfilling livesthings like health insurance and pension benefits that can lead to a healthier, more worry-free life than the lives of those left to deal with the high costs of healthcare on their own.

The difference between a college graduate and a high school graduate is more than $1 Million.
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Because when you think about it, it just follows that those who have chosen their careers also tend to have a certain level of control over their lives and futures as well. Theyre able to do things that they may not have had time for, due to the fact that their careers dont get in the way of their lives, or their futures. For example, college graduates enjoy:15
More time to spend engaging in educational activities with their children. A higher likelihood to vote and volunteer, suggesting that they care more about their communities. Children who are much more likely (50%) to earn a college degree than those of parents without education beyond high school (13%).

you choose is central to a happy, healthy, wealthy, and full life. And while its not everything, moneys a big part of that motivation. A good paycheck goes a long way toward making so many other things possible. That, and a job you enjoy that has advancement potential, make for a career that can lead to a better life. Today, a great career with a good paycheck almost always requires a college degree. Why? Consider this: a typical bachelors degree recipient can expect to earn about 66% more during a 40-year working life than the typical high school graduate earns over the same period.16 Heres something else youll want to know: According to the U.S. Census Bureau, people with a Bachelors degree earn over 60% more on average than those with only a high school diploma. Over a lifetime, the gap in earning potential between a high school graduate and someone with a B.A. (or higher) is more than $1 million.17

Building a sense of family and community.

College graduates tend to have more active social lives and spend more time with their children.13 Surprised? Dont be.

One for the money.

Everyone wants to live life to the fullest. The catch is, most of us arent independently wealthy. We have to go to work every day. Thats why the career

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Raise your earnings * by 66%

land the career of your choice. Then commit to being successful in reaching your goals. When you get there, youll be ready to be rewarded for the rest of your life. The typical bachelors degree recipient can expect to earn about 66% more during a 40-year working life than the lots of roads to success. To help you find yours, we offer over 11 different career-focused bachelors degrees.

Take a minute to add it up. Earning a degree makes a lot of sense if you want to open financial doors. Its the key to getting the life and the paycheck you deserve. And thats just part of why getting your degree is so important.

Where can a college degree take you in todays competitive world? Farther than you ever imagined.
Its no secret. Having a degree could give you the paycheck and professional status you deserve and a more prosperous, fulfilling future. Check around. Find the college that best meets your needsone that fits your life and your career goals, and gives you the help you need to

Fast fact: Did you know?

In a recent CBS News Poll, Americans were asked what ambition or dream they would most like to accomplish in the next 10 years. Their answer was:

typical high school graduate. There are

16% 13% 12% 7%

Starting a business of their own or making a career change. Living a long and healthy life. Furthering ones education. Working less or packing it in and retiring.

Earning your college degree can help you achieve all of these dreams.
Source: Press Release. Where America Stands: The State of America and it's Future CBS NEWS Poll. January 2010. < poll_whereamericastands_010410.pdf>

1 Koncz, Andrea, New College Grad Hiring Up 19 Percent Over Last Year. National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). April 2011 ,< http://www.naceweb.org/Press/Releases/New_College_Grad_Hiring_Up_19_ Percent_Over_Last_Year.aspx> 2 Public Agenda. With Their Whole Lives Ahead of Them: Myths and Realities About Why So Many Students Fail to Finish College. Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. December 2002. <http://www.publicagenda.org/files/pdf/ theirwholelivesaheadofthem.pdf> 3 Carnevale, A.P., Smith, N., & Strohl, J. Help Wanted: Projections of Jobs and Education Requirements through 2018. The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce. June 2010. <http://www9.georgetown.edu/ grad/gppi/hpi/cew/pdfs/FullReport.pdf> 4 Gordon, Edward E. The Future of Jobs and Careers. The Association for Career and Technical Education. September 2009. <http://www.acteonline.org/default.aspx> 5 Carnevale, A.P., Smith, N., & Strohl, J. Help Wanted: Projections of Jobs and Education Requirements through 2018. The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce. June 2010. <http://www9.georgetown.edu/ grad/gppi/hpi/cew/pdfs/FullReport.pdf> 6 Associated Press. Survey: More Americans Unhappy at Work; Just 45 Percent of U.S. Workers are Satisfied with Their Jobs. CBS News. 10 January 2010. http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/01/05/national/main6056611.shtml 7 Press Release. Education Pays 2010: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. The College Board. September 2010. < http://press.collegeboard.org/releases/2010/education-pays-2010-report-shows-collegegraduates-weather-recession-better-others>

8 Source: Bloomberg: More Education Means a Longer Life, Harvard Researcher Says, by Nicole Ostrow, 3/11/08 <http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=newsarchive&sid=aRehrNstsrqU&refer=us> 9,10 & 11 Press Release. Education Pays 2010: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. The College Board. September 2010. < http://press.collegeboard.org/releases/2010/education-pays-2010-report-showscollege-graduates-weather-recession-better-others> 12 Source: Bloomberg: More Education Means a Longer Life, Harvard Researcher Says, by Nicole Ostrow, 3/11/08 <http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=newsarchive&sid=aRehrNstsrqU&refer=us> 13 Press Release. Education Pays 2010: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. The College Board. September 2010. < http://press.collegeboard.org/releases/2010/education-pays-2010-report-shows-collegegraduates-weather-recession-better-others> 14 The Difference Between a College Graduate and a High School Graduate Is $1 Million. U.S. College Search. 1 February 2008. <http://www.uscollegesearch.org/blog/career-planning/the-difference-between-a-college-graduate-and-ahigh-school-graduate-is-1-million> 15 & 16 Press Release. Education Pays 2010: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. The College Board. September 2010. < http://press.collegeboard.org/releases/2010/education-pays-2010-report-shows-collegegraduates-weather-recession-better-others> 17 The Difference Between a College Graduate and a High School Graduate Is $1 Million. U.S. College Search. 1 February 2008. <http://www.uscollegesearch.org/blog/career-planning/the-difference-between-a-college-graduate-and-ahigh-school-graduate-is-1-million>

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The Five Fastest-Growing Careers.

Whats on your career wishlist? Maybe its a job with stability, or the opportunity to grow your career, or even a position in an industry thats expected to flourish. Or maybe its all three.

ver the past few years, pessimistic headlines about the state of the economy have seemed to indicate that careers like that didnt exist anymore, but some authorities report that things are looking up. The economy is showing some signs of improvement, jobs are begining to return, and career expert Dr. Laurence Shatkin, Ph.D., says that some industries are even poised to experience a boom.1

So what kinds of opportunities are out there right now for applicants with the right credentials? Following are the top five fastest-growing industries right now: Laurence Shatkin,

Ph.D., is one of the nations

The economy is showing some signs of improvement.

Using figures for both job growth and number of openings, Dr. Shatkin has identified five of the fastest-growing career fields. Hes determined which occupations not only have the highest rates of growth, but also are showing the greatest number of job openings.

leading occupational experts and appears regularly on national news programs. He has 30 years of experience in the career information field.

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Jobs with both a high rate of growth and many openings offer the best opportunity.
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Home Health Aides, Personal and Home Care Aides

Baby boomers are retiring, and the market for home health aides and home care aides is growingby 48% through 2018.2 Training requirements vary from state to state depending on the type of services agency, and the source of the services funding. Formal training is generally required across the board, such as an Associate of Science in Medical Specialties. Aides with the right educational background and qualifications can find job opportunities across a variety of settings, from mental health facilities, substance abuse facilities, and vocational rehabilitation services, to home health care services, nursing care facilities, and community care facilities.

Computer Network, Systems, and Database Administrators

Technology continues to evolve, and the demand for information technology professionals continues to grow. Experts see the market for network, systems, and database administrators growing by 30% over the next seven years3much faster than the average for all occupations. IT professionals are generally expected to have completed a Bachelor's of Computer Science, which helps demonstrate a candidates mastery of the relevant technology skills that will continue to be in demand. Most IT professionals begin as computer support specialists before advancing into network or systems administration positions and commanding higher salaries.

Registered Nurses (RN)

The largest health-care occupation is registered nursing, with 2.6 million jobs, but some employers are reporting difficulty in attracting and retaining an adequate number of qualified employees. This is in part why the growth and demand for registered nurses is projected to be 22% through 2018.4 The right educational background is essential to enter the nursing fieldcandidates should complete an Associate of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing. For candidates with the necessary qualifications, opportunities are springing up everywhereabout 60% of registered nursing jobs are in hospitals across most geographic locations5, but positions

can also be found in physicians offices, home health care services, and nursing care facilities.
100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

3.1% 9.1% 5.9% 7.3% 2.4% 7.4%

4.2% 8.0% 8.3% 6.0% 2.5% 3.5%

Employment settings of RNs, by degree level.

Other Ambulatory care setting (not hospital) Public or community health setting Home health setting Academic education program Nursing home/extended care facility Hospital

64.8%

67.4%

Note: The total percent may not equal the estimated total of all registered nurses due to incomplete information provided by respondents and the effect of rounding. Public/community health includes school health, occupational health, and home health. Other includes insurance, benefits, and utilization review.

Source: The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. The Institute of Medicine report. November 2011. <http://www.nap.edu/catalog/12956.html>

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Accountants and Auditors

The number of businesses is growing, financial laws and regulations are changing, and greater scrutiny is being applied to company finances in todays market, which means much-faster-thanaverage employment growth is expected to result in the accounting field. Most accounting jobs require at least a Bachelors in Accounting, which usually prepares a graduate to sit for certification or licensure, including the CPA. Licensing and certification, which can demonstrate an accountants knowledge, skills, and aptitude, is expected to increase a candidates employment prospects. Accountants are employed across the business spectrum, from accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services to companies and enterprises, insurance carriers, and local and state government agencies. You can get prepared to enter one of these career fields. Accredited schools like Stevens-Henager College, CollegeAmerica and California College San Diego can help you get started in less time than you think. For more information about how you could prepare to get the education you need to become a part of the next industry boom, call 888-842-7990.
1 CBS News.com. The Five Fastest-Growing Jobs: Career Expert Spotlights Several Industries Where Demand to Fill Openings Is Expected to Boom. CBS Interactive Inc. 17 Jul 2010. <http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/07/17/earlyshow/saturday/ main6687488.shtml> 2 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Home Health Aides and Personal and Home Care Aides, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos326.htm 3 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Computer Network, Systems, and Database Administrators, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos305.htm 4 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Registered Nurses, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm 5 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Registered Nurses, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm 6 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Medical Assistants, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos164.htm

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Medical Assistants
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Online
Especially for people like you.
Its true. Just look at the tremendous growth of online learning for adults in the last few years. Theres even a good chance that you have friends or coworkers who are now earning or have earned a college degree online.

Online learning lets you learn at your own pace.

If youre already an experienced professional in a field, you should be able to work at a pace thats much quicker than that of more inexperienced students. But if you need to spend more time on certain areas, with online learning you have the luxury of doing so.

education works.

In 2003, 57% of academic leaders rated the quality of online education as the same or superior to the quality of education at face-to-face institutions. That number has increased in 2010: In a survey conducted by the Babson Survey Research Group, 66% believe that online education is equal or superior to face-to-face education.2 For more information on how online education can help you enhance your career potential, call one of the experienced Online Admissions Consultants at either Stevens-Henager College or Independence University today at 888-842-7990.
1 and 2 Allen, I. Elaine and Jeff Seaman. Class Differences: Online Education in the United States, 2010. Babson Survey Research Group. November 2010. <http://sloanconsortium.org/publications/survey/pdf/class_differences.pdf>

Independence
Online learning helps you to become a more disciplined and independent thinker: Rather than relying on constant supervision, you learn to manage your time effectively, complete tasks efficiently, and become more resourceful at finding better solutions.

for career advancementwithout the constraints of rigid classroom hours. Imagine working your current job, spending time with your family, taking care of your everyday responsibilities, and still having the opportunity to earn your degree. This is one of the major advantages of online education.

The quality of online education is comparable or superior to face-to-face education.

Source: Babson Research Group

Midnight to 2 a.m.? Your class is in session.

In fact, more than 5.6 million students were taking at least one online course during the fall 2009 term. This is an increase of nearly one million students over the number reported from the previous year.1 This may lead you to ask: Whats so great about online education? Following are some of the main benefits. The restrictions of a class schedule dont exist for online learning. If the best time for you to focus on your education is after you put the kids to bed, then thats when you study. Online education is available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Be at the top of your game.

Independence University offers the convenience and flexibility you need to start a successful career, or advance in the one you already have.

Classes are rarely full, so your graduation schedule can stay on track.
Its not unusual to hear of students at a traditional university who have their graduation date delayed because the one class they needed was full. This rarely happens in online education, as class size and structure is not constrained by the limited physical space of a classroom.

We offer Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Healthcare and Business.

Online learning respects your time.

Many online students have full-time careers, families, and other commitments. Learning online allows you to live your busy life and still earn the degree you need for the right career or
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Enlist in getting the education you need for success.
hether youre currently in the military or thinking about enlisting, or if you know someone whos currently serving, youre probably aware that one of the greatest benefits of military service is the excellent educational assistance opportunities that service members are eligible for. From the G.I. Bill to Matching Funds, DANTES, ACE, and morethe military offers its members a large set of tuition-assistance programs to help them succeed in careers both in and out of the armed forces.
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What programs can help you advance your rank, or get the degree you need to succeed in the civilian career youve chosen? Following youll find some of the best programs available for military personnel. The G.I. Bill: One of the first education aid programs exclusively for military personnel and veterans. One of the first education bills developed specifically for those in the military, the G.I. Bill encompasses several programs, each depending on eligibility and duty status.

Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges: A unique educational partnership. The Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) program was created to help servicemembers complete their college degrees while on the move. Before you enroll, be sure check if the school youre interested in is an SOC memberSOC member schools may allow you to transfer credits youve already earned toward your degree. SOC colleges like California College San Diego and Independence University will work with servicemembers and their families to ensure that they receive all the financial benefits for which they qualify.

The Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES): Save time and money. DANTES was created to help servicemembers complete their education while still serving their country. DANTES provides support programs for the non-traditional ways students can pursue their academic goals while still serving in the army. Along with educational assistance, this program may make it possible for you to take college-level equivalency exams to potentially test out of taking some classes, letting you finish your education at less cost and in less time.
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The Yellow Ribbon Program: Voluntary matching funds, making school more affordable. This program allows member schools to voluntarily fund tuition expenses that exceed the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition rate. The VA will match the member schools tuition, provided the school is a Yellow Ribbon Program member. Remembera good education is essential for your career both in uniform and out, so take make sure you take advantage of the education benefits youve earned by serving your country.

A good education is essential for your career both in uniform and out.

Need your GED diploma?

If you dropped out or failed to finish high school, you are not alone, there are over 39 million adults in our country who do not hold a high school diploma. This is an alarming fact when you consider that 75% of all jobs require a high school degree or equivalent.1 As jobs get scarcer, earning your GED diploma can be the key to education and advancement opportunities that may have previously been closed. In fact, did you know that? Americans without their high school diploma earn about $350,000 less in their lifetimes than high school graduates or people with GED credentials.2 Without a high school diploma, the average income is about $18,000 per year. With one, it jumps to nearly $26,000and if you go on to finish college, the average income leaps to about $44,000.3

well in school, dont be. There are plenty of free resources available to help you study and prepare for the GED exam.

If you are the kind of person who would like a personal approach to earning your GED diploma, you should know that there are schools like Stevens-Henager College, CollegeAmerica and California College San Diego that offer FREE GED tutoring. In fact, these colleges will even pay for you to take the GED exam if you go through their FREE tutoring program. The tutoring sessions are flexible and are taught by experienced professionals who will personally help you prepare for the GED exam. They know what subjects to study and will personally answer your questions and provide you with practice exams. For information regarding tutoring hours, availability or to schedule an appointment call 888-842-7990. Why wait to change your life?
1, 2 & 4 Ormsby, Michael. The GED Diploma: A Needed Edge in the Soft Economy.GED Academy Articles. http://www.passged.com/articles/25_A_Needed_Edge.php 3 Ormsby, Michael. Dispelling the Myths: Why Adults Think They Cannot Get a GED Diploma. GED Academy Articles. http://www.passged.com/articles/27_Dispelling_the_Myths.php 4 Press Release. Education Pays 2010: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. The College Board. September 2010. < http://press.collegeboard.org/releases/2010/education-pays-2010-report-shows-collegegraduates-weather-recession-better-others>

School-specific programs.
If you check around, you may find many military benefit programs offered through specific schools. For example, the following programs are offered by California College San Diego, CollegeAmerica, Independence University and Stevens-Henager College: Matching Funds for active-duty service members. Receive up to $5,000 for an associates degree or up to $10,000 for a bachelors degree. Contact the college and speak with an Admissions Consultant for details.
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About 95% of colleges, universities and employers accept GED credentials.4 Legacy Grant: Make education a family affair. This program allows you and your spouse or immediate family members to take advantage of educational discounts if they enroll at the same time you do. Every Legacy Grant qualifier is eligible to receive a 10% reduction in tuition. Even though you and your spouse or family cant be together, you can still study together. Other colleges may also have similar programs designed to help members of the military or qualifying veterans manage the cost of tuition.

Isnt earning your GED diploma worth it?

Earning your GED diploma opens up education and career paths that may lead to a potentially bigger paycheck, a more secure job and a better life. Plus, it is a necessary first step to enroll at a college or university. If you are looking to earn your GED diploma but are nervous because you didnt do that

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A Rewarding Career is More than Just a Big Paycheck.

Having the right career isnt always just about the money.
In, 2010, only 45% of Americans reported being happy at work.1

According to a 5-year research program , happy workers:

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are 180% more energized. experience 155% more happines in their jobs. perceive they are 150% happier with life. feel 50% more motivated. find 50% more belief in their potential. are 40% more confident.

The perfect job is one youd do for free.

One career path that delivers a tremendous amount of pride is graphic design. Good graphic designers dont settle for just getting through the day to earn a paycheck. They know that theyre not satisfied until they have solved a problem visually and created work that will be admired and effective. Successful graphic designers are more concerned with whats in their portfolio than whats in their bank accountand that keeps them growing, learning and perfecting their work. This also helps them build their reputations and keeps them in demand. In fact, many graphic designers have expanded their talents to work in multimedia, game design, new media and more. The profound growth of the Internet over the last decade alone has also lead to several opportunities for competent design professionals. In fact, several design jobs are now posted as requiring some amount of experience in e-commerce and web design. Think of it this way: someone once said that the perfect job is one youd do for free. The graphic design field is one in which successful designers

make a good living from what they would otherwise consider a hobby theyd be doing in their spare time anyway. A good education allows you the freedom to prepare to enter a career that youll love. To learn more about the exciting field of graphic design or any of the other rewarding fields that our degree programs can prepare you for, call your local CollegeAmerica or Stevens-Henager College today. Because the perfect job might even make you look forward to Mondays.
1 The Conference Board, U.S. Job Satisfaction at Lowest Level in Two Decades, 1/5/2010 <http://www.conference-board.org/press/pressdetail.cfm?pressid=3820> 2 Can You Really Be Happy at Work? Jessica Pryce-Jones. 10 June 2010. <http://www.corpmagazine. com/Departments/ExecutiveLife/tabid/57/itemid/1615/Default.aspx>

your work actually make you happy? You may even know people who are considered wealthy that are truly miserable when it comes to what they do for a living. When you think about it, what good is it to have a job that pays you well, but brings you little or no satisfaction? You need to know that there are some careers that bring rewards, satisfaction and success in other forms than just money.
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What careers are most in demand? Better yet, which of those jobs are right for you, and what does it take to get hired?

Where todays jobs are, and how to look for them.

hether this information helps you to make a decision, or simply helps you re-think the

one youve already made, its information you should know. After all, youll spend a huge amount of your life workingmake sure youre working in a career thats growing, plus has the advancement possibilities and paycheck potential you deserve. In this article, well focus on four of the fastest-growing career fields to help you decide if ones right for you.

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Accounting: Success by the numbers

The demand for accountants is expected to grow faster than the average for other occupations.
Think that accounting could be the career for you? Accountants provide the strategic information essential for guiding and directing the business process. Accounting graduates may provide auditing and accounting services, personal financial planning, tax services, and management consulting for companies and organizations, or for individuals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for accountants is expected to grow faster than the average for other occupations. In fact, according to Indeed.com, job listings are up 30% between May 2010 and May 2011, largely due to changes in financial laws and corporate governance regulations that require the need for increased financial accountability. Additionally, the number of businesses has increased to the point where a greater number of accountants are needed to keep up with the added growth. To become an accountant, its recommended that you obtain a bachelors degree in accounting and then prepare yourself to sit for the Uniform CPA Examination to earn your CPA. Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) are the most widely recognized accounting professionals in the United States. A CPA certification can help open doors to interesting career paths.

Healthcare: Help others and secure your future.

Since the start of the recession, the health sector has added 720,000 jobs while the non-health sector has lost 8,470,000 jobs.
Altarum Institute: Center for Studying Health Spending Health Market Insights from the BLS January 2011 Employment Data.

Ten of the 20 fastest-growing occupations projected for 20082018 are healthcare-related. Healthcares on track to generate 3.2 million new wage and salary jobs between 2008 and 2018more than any other industry. While other industries have a recent history of employee layoffs, healthcare has never experienced a slowdown, and in fact continues to create new jobs. There are a number of healthcare careers from which to choose, and with the right degree you can establish the healthcare career thats right for you. Plus, healthcare can be a career thats quick to get into, since many positions require only an associates degree to startfar less than the four years of college education that other industries often demand. The following associates degrees can help you jump-start your healthcare career: Associate of Occupational Studies in Medical Specialties Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy Associate of Occupational Studies in Surgical Technologist Associate in Nursing Education

If youre compassionate and like helping others, you should consider a career in healthcare. Healthcare is a secure field that is always in demandand continues to grow, particularly in response to the increasing healthcare needs of the aging babyboomer generation. But there are even more reasons to choose this rewarding, fast-growing profession. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:1 One of the largest industries, healthcare provided 14.3 million jobs for wage and salary workers in 2008.

But accounting is more than just debits and credits. Forensic accounting is a new branch of accounting that may involve searching for evidence of criminal misconduct, investigating fraud and crimes against property, and giving expert testimony in court trials. Forensic accountants also perform work related to civil disputes. If you are interested in entering this branch of accounting, you should look for a college that offers a specialized forensic accounting program.

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Information Technology: Program a successful future.

There is a growing, unmet demand for skilled workers. 26% of hiring managers said they planned to hire for IT positions this year.
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In less time than you may think and with the following degrees, you can train to enter this fast-moving career field: Associate of Applied Science in Computer Programming Associate of Applied Science in Computer Technology and Networking Bachelor of Computer Science with a Networking emphasis Bachelor of Computer Science with a Programming emphasis

Like every important decision, starting a new career takes thought and planning. One thing to plan for is earning your degree. These days, it seems a degree is almost mandatory to land a good job in a secure field with lots of growth. Another important decision youll need to make is which college will prepare you best for the career you choose. First, make sure the schools in which youre interested are accredited and have the programs your looking for. And if youre worried about getting lost in the crowd, consider choosing a smaller college that focuses on a more flexible, personal approach to learning. For instance, consider Stevens-Henager College, CollegeAmerica, California College San Diego and Independence University: not only do these accredited colleges offer the personalized learning for the careers weve mentioned, they also offer programs designed to help busy people finish their degrees more quickly than in traditional programs. Finally, remember that you never have to settle. All good schools, including those just mentioned, have financial aid programs for those who qualify, plus financial consultants who work to help make it affordable for you to attend college. Good luck in your search, and your future.
4 Grasz, Jennifer. Employers Plan to Hire More Recent College Graduates in 2011, Finds CareerBuilder's Annual Forecast. Careerbuilder.com. 27 April 2011. <http://www.careerbuilder.com/share/aboutus/pressreleasesdetail.aspx ?id=pr633&sd=4%2F27%2F2011&ed=12%2F31%2F2011> 5 Employment and Training Administration. High Growth Industry Profile: Retail. Bureau of Labor Statistics. <http://www.doleta.gov/BRG/Indprof/Retail_profile.cfm>

CareerBuilder's Annual Forecast, April 2011

Retail: Its a career that sells itself.

While 2010 was a year of recovery, many retailers were able to adjust and enjoy one of the best holiday seasons in years.
Jonathan Gold, VP Supply Chain & Customs Policy, National Retail Federation (March 2011

Recent DOLETA numbers show that retail is one of the largest industries in the country. The retail segment could be one of the best career bets for this year, as well as years to come. Although you can enter the retail field with limited training, it is encouraged that you earn at least some college education if you wish to climb the management ladder. Think about an Associate of Applied Science in Business Management and Accounting. Or to advance even higher, we suggest you look into earning either a Masters or Bachelors degree in Business Administration.

Technology is changing at warp speed. Information technology employers are looking for people with the passion to keep current on the latest software, and who cant wait to see whats coming nextpeople who can apply that passion to a leadership role for their company. 26% of hiring managers said they planned to hire for IT positions this year.4 In fact, according to Indeed.com, information technology job postings have increased 41% between May 2010 and May 2011.
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Many people think of retail as stocking shelves or working the register. The truth is, the retail segment offers a much larger range of opportunities. For individuals with college degrees and management training, there may be career paths into the regional or corporate level. What can a career in retail offer you? According to the Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA), retail is a strong growth industry that is expected to add 2.1 million new jobs by the end of 2012.5

The perfect job? Look at the possibilities, and the best way to get there.
1 Bureau of Labor Statistics. Healthcare. Career Guide to Industries, 201011 Edition. <http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs035.htm> 2 Bureau of Labor Statistics. Accountants and Auditors. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition. <http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos001.htm> 3 Perman, Cindy. Jobs Outlook 2011. CNBC.com. 3 Jan 2011. <http://www.cnbc.com/id/40895626/Jobs_Outlook_2011>

Are you better off than you were 20 months ago?

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SPECIAL REPORT

Top line findings: 2

Education is Crucial to Remain Competitive in a Career or Enhance Job Security.

The days of complacency and taking a good job for granted are over. For most, its no longer a given that your job is yours to keep for as long as you want it. In fact, its a major reason that so many working adults are earning advanced degrees. According to a recent Harris Interactive poll, the American public sees a clear link between higher education and global workforce competitiveness, and strongly supports alternative approaches to postsecondary education. Plus, 84% of adults believe that for some Americans, this education should focus on careers rather than more academic pursuits like social science or humanities.1 The report goes on to state that 89% of U.S. adults say they see value in a decision to enroll in a career college. With this in mind, its no wonder that there is such tremendous growth in career colleges and online learning enrollments. If you find that its time to earn your advanced degree and jumpstart your career, you should know that a masters degree is within your reach. Masters degree programs in the in-demand fields of business and healthcare are available to you from your local Stevens-Henager College and California College San Diego now.

9 out of 10 U.S. adults say they see value in a decision to enroll in a career college. 2 out of 3 adults agree with the idea that in order for the U.S. to be competitive in the global marketplace, every American needs at least one year of college education. 86% of adults agree with the need to consider alternatives to a traditional 4-year degree. 84% of Americans believe that education should focus on careers rather than more academic pursuits like social science or humanities.

What career field is right for you?

Do you know, or just think you know?
Or, maybe you just arent quite sure. Anyway, start by answering the questions below, then add up your score. The answers youve chosen will help determine the kind of career that suits you best.

1. When searching for a job online or in the want ads, do you think:
(a) I want a career that is stable. (b) I want to enjoy what I do. (c) I want to work in an exciting, fast-growing field. (d) Im looking for a career with the potential to earn a lot of money.

How did you do?

Use the chart below to add up your numbers to get your score. Then look below to discover what career is best for you.

dining out 2. Youre rings. You:on a date. Suddenly, your cell phone (a) play like it isnt important, then return the call in the restroom. (b) politely dont answer it, but wonder who called all through dinner. (c) answer it just to show off your new smart phone. (d) think that its time to change your ring tone. driving somewhere, and 3. Say youreminor accident up ahead. youre running late. Theres a Would you: (a) wonder how an airbag can deploy within a blink of an eye. (b) notice how many white, red and blue cars there are on the road. (c) show concern, but yell at the guy in front of you for slowing down. (d) hope everyones okay.

About 156,250 MBA degrees are granted each year in the US.3 Will one of them be yours?

1. (a) 1 (b) 3 (c) 4 (d) 2 3. (a) 4 (b) 3 (c) 2 (d) 1 4. (a) 1 (b) 2 (c) 4 (d) 3 5. (a) 2 (b) 3 (c) 4 (d) 1

2. (a) 2 (b) 1 (c) 4 (d) 3

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Total: _____
You show a concern for the welfare of others and like to work with people. Check into a career in Healthcare. You have boundless energy, and love all things financial. Get into the possibility of a Business career. Youre someone who notices beauty in the simplest things. Youre an individual who may hit it big time in a Graphic Arts career. Youre the inquisitive typeyour passion is finding out how things work. A career in Information Technology might be right for you.

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4. At the end of your workday, you are most likely to:

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(a) go out and visit friends. (b) relax and watch the evening news. (c) go online to check up with friends. (d) invite company over to try your new fondue pot.

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a new 5. If youawere to start would career by attending college to earn degree. You look for:
1 & 2 Americans Link Higher Ed to Global Competitiveness; Strongly Support Career Education. APSCU: Association Private Sector Colleges and Universities. 21 Oct. 2009. <http://www.career.org/iMISPublic/AM/Template. cfm?Section=Home> 3 NumberOf.net. 24 June. 2010. <http://www.numberof.net/number%C2%A0of%C2%A0mba%C2%A0graduates% C2%A0in-the-us-per%C2%A0year/>

(a) a school that will work around your schedule. (b) courses that apply to your new career. (c) a college with current technology and curriculum. (d) personal attention and small class sizes.

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Imagine being a high school dropout with five small children and no car.
Adam Wisden, Graduate BS in Computer Science Stevens-Henager College Salt Lake City/Murray, UT Campus

achieve whatever I was determined to do and worked towards that goal. I gained courage and confidence. I went from making $12.50 an hour before college, to over $22.00 an hour after college. It is a wonderful feeling to know myself as someone who obtained a college degree even in the face of so many obstacles. The administration and faculty at Stevens-Henager really helped provide support and assistance for me to be able to attend school. I recommend Stevens-Henager College to anyone who has time restraints or who wants to be able to learn the latest technologies. I also appreciate that former students can sit-in on any class in order to upgrade their skills.

Think you have obstacles preventing you from earning your degree?
You need to read Adams story.
Sure, finding the time and energy to go to college to earn your degree takes some sacrifice. But imagine being a high school dropout with five small children and no car. Youll find Adam Wisdens story not only amazing, but inspirational as well. If you think about it, if Adam can do this, so can you.

In Adams words: I was 27 years old when I enrolled at Stevens-Henager College in Murray, Utah. I had dropped out of high school when I was 16 and earned my GED at the age of 17. After experiencing rejection by employers for positions and promotions due to my lack of higher education, I truly began to understand the need to obtain a degree. I was married and had 5 small children. My wife was a 9th grade drop-out and had no marketable skills. I had been unemployed for several months already and had just lost our only vehicle. We were really struggling with our finances. I was attracted to the BS in Computer Science program at Stevens-Henager College because the courses were very interesting to me (i.e. Computer Networking) and they utilized the latest technology. I was also excited to learn that I could obtain my BS degree in as little as 3 years. I later learned and took advantage of taking classes day and night in order to enable me to finish earlier. I finished school after 1.5 years! After receiving my degree in 2003, I was better qualified for higher-level positions including supervisory positions. I was able to network with other students at school to help me find a good job. I learned that I could

What other students say about how college has changed their lives.
Cesar Gameros, Graduate AS in Respiratory Therapy California College San Diego San Diego Campus In Cesars words: As far as increased pay, it is a complete night-and-day change comparing my pay as a server and as an RT My tips were my money for food, gas and, hopefullyand I mean hopefullyI made rent for the month. By comparison, my new estimated yearly income is in the $38,400.00 area. But my favorite part that made me feel good, and to stop and say to myself You know what? If I could do this again I would do it in a heartbeat! was when I went back home to visit family and friends I actually felt
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Frankie Schuman, Graduate Master of Science in Health Services-Health Promotion Independence University In Frankies words: Reaching this goal has increased my self-confidence and it has affected my life in many more, tangible ways. I found the Wellness Promotion program at Independence University [CCHS/IU] to be the perfect fit for a school nurse. As a seasoned school nurse, this program helped me to stay on the cutting edge of my profession. It is exciting and rewarding for me to successfully apply textbook theory to real life situations, making a positive difference in the lives of others.

they needed to help them overcome their individual challenges. If you are thinking about enrolling in college, dont delay. Earning your degree is a positive change that will have a lasting impact on your career opportunities, potential income and overall health.1 If youre worried about your ability to succeed, thats natural. Making a change that could end up changing your life takes a big commitment.
1 Press Release. Education Pays 2010: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. The College Board. September 2010. < http://press.collegeboard.org/releases/2010/education-pays-2010-report-shows-college-graduatesweather-recession-better-others>

If I could do this again I would do it in a heartbeat!

proud to tell them what I was currently doing and seeing some of the friends I used to hang out with back home still struggling in lifenot employed. When you have a degree, no one can take that away from you. In time, all the new grads will have been picked for the right position that fits them and will prosper at something they can be proud of and enjoy every day. Kathie Swanson, Graduate (AOS) Medical Specialties CollegeAmerica, Flagstaff Campus In Kathies words: I began my program at CollegeAmerica with a lot of
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This excellent program gave me the tools needed to plan, implement and evaluate a variety of wellness programs, centering always on healthy lifestyle choices with an emphasis on self-responsibility. If you think that you cannot do it, think again. When life throws you a curve, change your attitude! Success can be yours. CCHS/IU helped me to become a more effective leader, both personally and professionally and reinforces that knowledge is power. Remember: If I could do it...so can you! You will never regret your decision!

Healthcare: Get into it with a degree in

Medical Specialties!
In 20 months or less* you could be prepared for a rewarding job as a:
Medical Assistant Pharmacy Technician Nursing Assistant Medical Coding & Billing Specialist Home Health Aide & much more!
Financial Aid is available for qualified students Accredited Member ACCSC Receive a new when you Laptop enroll! Use it in college

anticipationhow well would I do as an adult student with a full family, how well would my family adjust to my new schedule and responsibilities outside of them, and when I was done with the program would my new job provide an annual income at least equal to the cost of my new education. Two weeks before I earned by degree from CollegeAmerica, I began my cool new job at the Heart and Vascular Center of Northern Arizona, located on the west campus of Flagstaff Medical Center. I am a full-time medical assistant in an outpatient office setting but I receive all the benefits of an employee of Northern Arizona HealthcareI have opportunities to learn something new and co-workers who are willing to teach me.

Now its your turn. Why settle for less than the career and future you deserve?
Though your story may be different, the pathway to reaching your dreams can be the same. Adam, Cesar, Kathie and Frankie each sought out colleges that offered the flexibility and assistance

and keep it when you graduate.Certain restrictions apply,call for details.

* Program generally takes 20 months to complete. Hybrid program completion time frame may be as little as 15 months.

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Find out how easy we make it for you to get started.

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Respiratory Therapy: Breathe life into your future.

Do you like caring for people in their time of need? Are you smart at math and enjoy working with technology? Are you an independent person who wants the freedom of working in a career field that offers several different work environments?

If you answered yes, you may have what it takes for a career in respiratory therapy. As a typical respiratory therapist working in a hospital, your job will be to meet and care for patientsfrom newborns to seniors. Following physician-approved protocols, youll perform an assessment of each patient, develop a care plan, treat the patient, monitor patient response, and modify the care to meet the patients needs. Respiratory therapists routinely work in hospital intensive care units caring for patients on life support, making decisions that directly affect the patients outcome. If you choose to work in home care, youll teach

patients and their families to use ventilators and other life-support systems. In addition, youll visit patients in their homes to inspect and clean equipment, evaluate the home environment, and ensure that your patients have sufficient knowledge of their diseases and the proper use of their medications and equipment. You may also make emergency visits if equipment problems arise. In some hospitals, you may perform tasks that fall outside your traditional role such as pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking-cessation counseling, disease prevention, case management, and polysomnographythe diagnosis of breathing disorders during sleep, such as apnea. As a Respiratory Therapist you may also treat

critical-care patients, either as part of a surface and air transport team or as part of a rapid-response hospital team. Job opportunities are projected to be good for those who enter the respiratory therapy field.1 In fact, recent health care reform has pushed several nursing facilities, long-term care and acute care hospitals to hire additional respiratory therapists in an effort to improve patient care. Administrators and directors of nursing recognize that by having a skilled respiratory therapist available, they can significantly reduce their patients chances of hospitalization and re-hospitalization.2
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What youll need to get there.

Youll need at least an associates degree to become a respiratory therapist. However, you should know that in todays post-recession environment, those with a bachelors degree and certification are projected to have the best chances of landing a respiratory therapy position.3

Therapy program at Independence University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). The curriculum objectives at IU are taken from job analysis conducted by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), based upon American Association of Respiratory Care practice guidelines. Students who master the course objectives are able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to perform the duties necessary to succeed in this rewarding, compassionate career.

BE JOB READY.
Get the skills employers demand. California College San Diego, can help you can get the Associates, Bachelors or Masters degree you need to make it happenconveniently. Get it done...now! We offer programs in:

Healthcare Business Accounting Information Technology

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IU helps busy adults get the educational credentials they need to start, or advance their careers in respiratory therapy.
When you enroll in IUs respiratory therapy program, you will first be paired up with a preceptora Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who will serve as your clinical instructor. You will then attend a local sponsoring facility (which may be your employer) where you can complete clinical instruction. The helpful admissions consultants at IU can assist you with both of these steps. At Independence University an experienced, student-oriented staff is reachable by email 24 hours a day for any questions or concerns that students may have. Students can also collaborate with their peers any time, around the clock. For more information on Independence University, call 888-842-7990.
1 & 3 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Respiratory Therapists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos321.htm 2 Ziegler, Kristen, New Grad Job Outlook Advance for Respiratory Care and Sleep Medicine. April 2011. < http:// respiratory-care-sleep-medicine.advanceweb.com/Features/Articles/Respiratory-Care-Job-Prospects-2011.aspx>

You can earn an Associates or Bachelors degree in Respiratory Therapy at colleges like Stevens-Henager College, and California College San Diego. However, if you are a busy adult who is looking for a more flexible option with a proven track record of over 30 years, you should take a close look at Independence University [IU]. IU is a fully online university that caters to students with busy lives who need the flexibility to develop their own schedules. IU helps busy adults get the educational credentials they need to start, or advance their careers in respiratory therapy. IU has built a respected academic reputation in healthcare education. The Associate of Science in Respiratory
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Earn an Associates Degree in Nursing

and youll be on your way to a career that:
Tends to pay well and have good benefits. Constitutes the largest healthcare occupation, with 2.6 million jobs nationwide.* Offers plenty of part-time, full-time, and traveling career opportunities.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Call for details.

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Registered Nurses, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos083.htm (visited January 12, 2011).

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Stevens-Henager Locations:
Ogden/West Haven,UT-Main Campus I Provo/Orem,UT-Branch Campus Salt Lake City/Murray, UT-Branch Campus I Boise, ID-Branch Campus I Logan, UT-Branch Campus Idaho Falls, ID-Branch Campus of CollegeAmerica Flagstaff, AZ, main campus I Lehi, UT-Satellite Layton, UT-Satellite I Nampa, ID-Satellite I St. George, UT-Branch Campus Mountain Home, ID-Study Caf1

CollegeAmerica CO/WY Locations:

Denver, CO-Main Campus I Fort Collins, CO-Branch Campus Colorado Springs, CO-Branch Campus I South Colorado Springs, CO-College Education Center2 Cheyenne, WY-Branch Campus

to train staff in cutting-edge computer technology. As the computer industry grew, the school kept pace with the changing technology. In 1993, CollegeAmerica purchased the school and made a commitment to continue to offer the superior computer training developed over the years. Since then, CollegeAmerica has earned accreditation by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and developed medical, business, and graphic arts programs, in addition to continuing to offer its leading-edge technology training via a variety of computer degree programs.
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit our website at www.collegeamerica.edu/student-information

in allied health programs, IU early on made its mark in areas such as respiratory care education, becoming the first institution to offer accredited respiratory care programs at a distance. Throughout its history, IU has also reached beyond the barriers of traditional on-campus education to offer programs not only to working adults across the United States but also to those serving in the military and to international students living in the U.S. In 2005, CCHS became Independence University, a name that more accurately reflects the institutions broader range of programs and its philosophy that education should lead to greater independence. In 2010, Independence University merged with its affiliated institution, Stevens-Henager College, becoming a branch of Stevens-Henagers main campus in Ogden/West Haven, Utah.
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit our website at www.independence.edu/student-information

CollegeAmerica AZ Locations:
Flagstaff, AZ-Main Campus I Phoenix, AZ-Branch Campus

California College San Diego

California College San Diego (CCSD) was established in 1971 as the Scottsdale Education Center in Phoenix, Arizona. As a vocational-technical school, the college offered multiple allied health and technical programs. The school became California College for Respiratory Therapy (CCRT) after moving to California in 1977 and later, California College of Health Sciences (CCHS). When the college became the newest affiliated member of the CollegeAmerica family, the academic offerings of the college were expanded to include degree programs in educational fields such business, technology, and medical specialties, as well as continuing to offer its well-established, cutting-edge healthcare programs.
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit our website at www.cc-sd.edu/student-information

California College San Diego Locations:

San Diego, CA-Main Campus I National City, CA-Satellite

Independence University
Independence University is a Branch Campus of Stevens-Henager College, Ogden/West Haven, UT main campus.

The CollegeAmerica family of affiliated colleges is the result of a new vision of education: flexible, student-focused, and directly relevant to the real world. Across the board and across all 20 locations of Stevens-Henager College, CollegeAmerica, California College San Diego and Independence University, the mission is to create an outstanding educational experience, particularly for non-traditional students. Every academic program on every campus is designed specifically to help prepare students meet the changing trends and requirements of the job market, and to produce graduates who are recognized for their superior training and their outstanding professionalism.

in business positions. The college changed hands several times over the following 68 years, and in 1959 became known as Stevens-Henager College. As the success of the college and its graduates increased, the school widened its offerings with career-focused training not only in business but technology, healthcare, and graphic arts, and earned accreditation by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Branches have been established across Utah; in 2004, a campus opened in Boise, Idaho and in 2011 Idaho Falls was opened as a branch campus of CollegeAmerica, Flagstaff, AZ, main campus.
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit our website at www.stevenshenager.edu/student-information

Why Choose Us?

The CollegeAmerica family of schools takes pride in offering career-focused educational programs that meet the practical needs of busy adults. Instead of having to wait for a new semester to start as you would at a traditional college, the colleges offer monthly starts so you can beginand finishyour degree as quickly as possible. Choose the online, on-campus, or hybrid program that fits your lifestyle, and take advantage of the assistance youll receive every step of the way, from enrollment to finding the financial aid for which you qualify, to graduation and searching for the position that could start or advance your career.
1 The Study Caf serves as a lifeline for students taking classes online through Stevens-Henager College Salt Lake City/Murray. It offers face-to-face student support services, tutoring, mentoring, and advising, and serves as a place for online students to meet and connect but no programs are taught at this location. 2 The Colorado Springs College Education Center is a support center for online students. It offers a computer lab, tutoring and other services but no programs are taught at this location. Students are enrolled in online programs through Stevens-Henager College Salt Lake City/Murray, UT an affiliated college.

Stevens-Henager College
Stevens-Henager College, one of the oldest colleges in Utah, was established in 1891 in Ogden, Utah, as Intermountain Business College, in order to teach commercial subjects and place graduates
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Independence University
Founded in 1978 as California College for Health Sciences and now known as Independence University, our institution has dedicated itself for more than 30 years to providing distance education to working adults. Specializing from the start

CollegeAmerica
CollegeAmerica was established in 1964. During the mid-1960s it functioned as a corporate-owned institution called Control Data Institute, intended

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Take the time to earn the Masters, Bachelors or Associates degree youve always wanted. Our degree programs are flexible, we offer day, evening and online* classes so you can earn your degree on your schedule. Starting college can be easywe can help. Call 888-842-7990 for details.

Masters degree courses are not offered by CollegeAmerica. * Online courses are offered through Independence University and Stevens-Henager College Salt Lake City/Murray, UT, an affiliated college.