more advantages than a 2-year technical or vocational degree in Criminal Justice or other related fields
2006-08-22 17:37:24 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I don't know where you live, but I live in Canada and it generally makes a difference when it comes to salary, at least in my field. I had a 2 year tech diploma and worked in the electronics industry where i was making 30k a year doing the same job the guy next to me, who was making 50k. I asked my boss why and he said 'cause he's got a degree'. About a month later, I quit, and promptly went and got a degree. After getting the degree, many more doors opened for me...and the salary went way up. Other advantage, is if you ever want to continue your education (i.e. Master's) you only need to do 2 more years.
2006-08-22 17:44:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Prestige. Doors that would otherwise be closed will be open to you with a Bachelor's Degree. Stick it out. Put in your four to five years and get the stupid piece of paper. It was a total drag but I'm thankful every day my parents pushed me to finish what I started. It's your first real, voluntary commitment as an adult. Set an ambitious pace for yourself that will lead to success as you carry that dedication into the workplace. Do you or do you not plan to work hard all your life? Picture where you want to be at 30 and what it will take to get there. Do you want to be regretful or on the right track? It's worth it. I promise. Do it.
2006-08-23 00:41:18 · answer #2 · answered by miguelitabonita 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is like the difference between an RN from a 2 year school and an RN with a four year degree...both will say Joe Smith, RN, but the one from a four year school will be better over all be more wel rounded, better diagnosis, better with the meds...some say it shows you can stick to a commitment, therefore more desireable to employ, and at a higher rate of pay...but you know what? You do what is right for you...and remember school is not always necessary: example, my friend ken didn't know what to do after high school, so he hung around the house hitting his parents up for money...until his dad took his *** to work with him and got him a job at Chevy, in the plant, on the line...and the dude is 50 now, retired with full benefits drives around with his red Vette, just bought a new van, and he hasn't stopped smiling all summer. i don't know, it's a strange world
2006-08-23 00:46:55 · answer #3 · answered by Iamstitch2U 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It also can depend on the type of institution. Many creditials from the recent on-line less than one year organizations hold less weight than one from an accredited institution with a good history.
Yes, in most cases, 4 is better than 2. Unless your current job experience complements your education.
2006-08-23 00:40:04 · answer #4 · answered by iniyaitza 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because most jobs look for degrees especially a bachelors. If you go on monster.com look at a few requirements for different job most of them that are willing to pay half decent will say a bacheleor's degree is required.
2006-08-23 00:38:55 · answer #5 · answered by Kevin Federline 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out http://www.associatedegreeguru.info/associate-degree-vs-bachelor.html for more info on AA (AS) degree vs. bachelor's degree.
2006-08-23 00:39:39 · answer #6 · answered by Crescent 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It shows you have tenacity.
2006-08-23 00:44:09 · answer #7 · answered by TakesSomePersistence 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋