Monday, February 22, 2010
Kaplan University!
I started attending Kaplan University in June of 2009. I have never went to college before and considering the state of the economy I thought it was time. I wanted a education in a field that is less likely to encounter job loss because of the economy. I did research and the field that was less likely to be affected by the economy is medical assisting and this was good for me because I had been looking for something in the medical field. I then began looking for possible online schools that would be right for me and my schedule or lack there of. I found a few online schools and believe it or not, Kaplan was not one of them. I was contacted by another online school but the gentleman who contacted me didn't really seem to really know anything about the school and he didn't give me any valuable information about the type of school it was. His main concern was just signing me up and getting on his way. I didn't like that, so I did more research. I signed up on a website that would get my information out to several different online colleges that may be right for me. After many calls from multiple colleges, a representative from Kaplan called me. I enjoyed talking to her, she really cared about my life and why I wanted to go back to school. She did not just try to get me to sign up so she could fill her quota for the day. She was genuine and we connected. She also gave me everything I needed to know about the school and walked me through everything, which helped me tremendously. I finally felt like I was where I was supposed to be. Since I started kaplan, I have not regretted a single minute. I have a little trouble sometimes with juggling everything from kids to work and everything in between but I just remember that my family is one of the biggest reasons I am doing this and I know it is worth it. I am extremely happy with my life as a student attending Kaplan and I am positive that this is exactly where I am supposed to be.
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Hi Stacy, this is my first time in college and its been 40 years since I have been in school. When I entered the work force, it wasn't a big deal. I started a family when I was very young and it was difficult working and raising my kids. There wasn't time for college. In my previous career, I worked my way up through the company and was a manager for 25 years. I was "grandfathered" meaning I didn't have to have a college degree, but anyone hired into the same position had to have a degree. I was laid off and it was hard to find a job without a degree. So I did the same looked at the economy and felt medical was a field that would still be in need in the economy. With my management background, I felt medical office management was a better choice for me. I am now in my second year and am doing good. Math is tough but I am getting it done. Going to college on-line is perfect for me as well. I don't think at my age I could join a traditional school. Since I don't have any kids at home and currently do not have a job, I can devote 100% of my time to school. I expect a lot out of myself. My family is proud of me and my school age grand children cheer me on. I have to say that I am proud of myself as well. After I complete my degree, I sure hope I get a job. This unemployment is for the birds. But I figure I have paid into it for 40 years, I guess I can get a little back for awhile. But I would trade it in a heartbeat for a full time job.
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