I'm over here in a deployed location for the next few months and in that time I would like to finish up the few credits that I need for my CCAF degree. I think I need the basic credits such as English, Math, Social, and Public Speaking. Does anyone know any online, military friendly colleges that could help me at least knock out some of these credits towards my CCAF?
2007-01-31 05:33:36 · 4 answers · asked by Robert V 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Well if you have taken ALS I am pretty sure that used to count as a speech class. Not sure if you have or if it still counts. Im sure you can find at least a couple of CLEP test you can do while your there.
2007-01-31 06:19:29 · answer #1 · answered by striderknight2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is 100% correct. As was said by others posters, you will have to wait until you finish all your upgrade training (time will depend upon which career field you chose). You can go to school for ANYTHING. They do not care what you study. And as said, how much off-duty time you have to take classes will depend upon your job, your work schedule, and whether or not you deploy. Should you enroll to attend classes in your off-time and your shift is changed or you get picked up for a deployment, oh well. Sorry but the military's needs come first You can (and are encouraged to) get a CCAF degree, which was explained earlier. If you are working towards a CCAF, an associates, or a bachelor's degree, the Tuition Assistance (TA) program will pay ONE HUNDRED PERCENT (that's 100%) of your tuition! Sign up for the GI Bill.You can use this to make the govt continue to pay for your school once you are out (you can use it while you're in as well, but there should be no need if you're using TA). I'm sure you know this, but disregard what the UCLA guy said about the military being a last resort. It is an honor and a previledge to serve your country and hey, if you can get fantastic training and an education while you're at it, then go for it. Some people don't understand the concept of being patriotic or selflessness. In the military, (assuming you are 18) you can serve 20 years and collect retirement at age 38! Retire at 38! Most people can only dream of such things! With the training the military will give you, you will (probably) be able to pursue a successful career in the civilian world (again, this is dependant upon what career field you work in), work for another 20 (should you so choose) and retire AGAIN at age 58... collecting 2 retirement checks isn't bad. Good luck and if you have any questions, let me know! I have been active duty for nearly 9 years.
2016-03-28 22:29:26 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a CCAF degree and some of the schools I attended in the USAF counted toward course requirements. See your local Education people and have them evaluate your experience and schooling and have them lay out a plan for you.
2007-01-31 06:54:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get with your local education center.. There are numerous colleges that will help you knock out that degree! Good luck!
2007-01-31 05:38:12 · answer #4 · answered by BigWashSr 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋