well like i want to go to college, but it has courses and it says diploma programs and then it says associate degree programs. what does this mean? i have a ged i didnt graduate high school. i am confused please reply asap
2006-06-25 07:23:54 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I worked in the admissions office at a community (junior) college. All you need is your GED to get the associates degree. The diploma programs are certificates in a specific program field (such as fashion, interior design, entrepenuership) which takes less than a year to complete. You do not want this because an associate degree is looked upon more favorable by employers- and even better, a Bachelor's Degree. Just take the core classes need to get the associates and then decide later if you want to transfer to a four year college or university. As long as you don't transfer out of state any four year college will take your associates degree and start you off as a junior. I encourage you to keep going. It will be worth it in the end.
2006-06-25 07:40:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Diploma programs are courses you take that last about 12 weeks, and they give you some type of diploma or certificate. An associate program is a two year course of study.
GED is all you need to get into college, and maybe some type of entrance exam.
2006-06-25 07:26:33 · answer #2 · answered by Monika Lewinskeeze 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a highschool deploma or a G.E.D. I agree with the other answer. Go talk to an academic advisor or a guidance counselor at the college and they will help you get set up. Congratulations on choosing to further you education! Only cool kids go to college ;)
2006-06-25 07:28:14 · answer #3 · answered by SportsFan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most community colleges such as these will accept the GED. Congratulations on continuing your education and good luck!
2006-06-25 07:26:46 · answer #4 · answered by James 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would strongly suggest going to the college you are talking about and talk to "Guidance Councelor". Each college might call their courses differently particularly when they call a diploma.
2006-06-25 07:25:39 · answer #5 · answered by Junk Head 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have a ged you can go to college and get an associates or a bachelor degree...
good luck !! :)
2006-06-25 07:27:13 · answer #6 · answered by Soraia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes - you can get a GED, which is a high school equivalency diploma
2006-06-25 07:28:38 · answer #7 · answered by worldstiti 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you do. You need a diploma before you can get most degrees, but the associats is a yes.
2006-06-25 07:26:35 · answer #8 · answered by Michael S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a GED (good enough diploma) then you'll be fine.
2006-06-25 07:27:18 · answer #9 · answered by sshuba481 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
junk head is right!
2006-06-25 07:26:59 · answer #10 · answered by amay b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋