Considering the astronomical cost of education, I think most people would be better off advancing their careers via on the job training, at least they'd be making money while learning instead of going into financial debt while learning.
2006-07-11 02:17:29 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
It all depends on how you use the information you have. An advanced college degree ($150k+) shows that you are willing to invest in yourself, and willing to make the commitments necessary to succeed in the modern world. You are likely to recoup your expenses within a few years. Of course, you could just work your **** off, learn independently through books and experience, and try to work your way up into a high paying position. You could also start your own business enterprise (but getting a business loan without a degree is very difficult). Man y of the richest people in the USA are drop-out who had a vision.
2006-07-11 02:24:17 · answer #1 · answered by permagrin617 2 · 10⤊ 2⤋
i have been at a university UCF in orlando for 2 years now, going on my Jr. year. and this summer i moved to Indianapolis for an internship/on job training. Granted my step father owns the insurance company i am working for. But i have learned 10x the ammount here that i have learned at college. Yet he is adamant about the idea, he will never hire me unless i graduate. He said i could get a degree in beer chugging as long as there is a peice of paper saying i got a further education. So while college is a must, i think its a waste of my freaking time and money. But im gonna do what i have to do!
2006-07-11 02:23:15 · answer #2 · answered by mattinfla 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trade schools are an excellent option, although probably not as advancing as a four-year degree in a technical field. Really, the choice depends on what sort of field the student intends for his or her career (i.e., if you want to be a racetrack mechanic, go to trade school, but if you want to be an economist, go to four-year college).
2006-07-11 02:24:39 · answer #3 · answered by Maggie P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
College. Even though it's more expensive, you learn a lot more than just how to be an accountant, architect, etc. You gain a lot of general knowledge and an education is never wasted.
2006-07-11 02:26:58 · answer #4 · answered by irishharpist 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bla...
i had nurse aid training while i was in college and that helped off-set some of the cost.....
but now i work from home so both the degree and the job training are worthless
(but the student loans still aren't paid off)
2006-07-11 02:28:52 · answer #5 · answered by Cap'n Donna 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both. Associates degrees are more affordable and often offer real world training along with the schooling. You have to have a good head on your shoulders too.
2006-07-11 02:22:08 · answer #6 · answered by therego2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no college education will only get you so far. You need a degree these days. The Bachelors is becoming the new High School diploma, so you need a graduate degree too.
2006-07-11 02:19:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you. I have a college degree and it is worthless now. On the job training and technical school work in your profession is much better.
2006-07-11 02:21:31 · answer #8 · answered by tfram36 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say on the job training
2006-07-11 02:26:17 · answer #9 · answered by redbirdred 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello. - In my opinion, both.
Have a nice day. :)
2006-07-11 04:51:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋