currently i m in a rut... ive been in college for almost four years now and havent graduated.. I changed my major from graphics designs to Radiography (X-ray tech)..Basically I had to start over again because of the Gecs and pre-reqs required for radiography. I'm contemplating what I should do go for an associate degree or bachelors. Ultimately either is fine with me because I've been in school for so long. I know a bachelor's is better..but If I go for my Bachelor's I need like 10 pre-req classes (it'll only take 2 yrs form now) or take 4 more classes need to get accepted for an Associates..same amount of time...?? please help
2007-03-03 13:06:19 · 7 answers · asked by im_a_goofy_chick 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Why don't you take the 4 classes needed to get the Associate's and then get a job in your field. You can complete the remaining 6 classes on a part-time/evening basis. This way you will end up with your Bachelor's degree but can go ahead and move on with your life.
2007-03-03 13:11:43 · answer #1 · answered by Allison S 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You don't need either to be a rad tech. I would suggest just getting the associate and then worry about getting the bachelors later. That's what I'm doing. I'm working full time as an RT and taking online classes to get the BAS. It's not necessary, but I want to do it anyway and if I want to go into management in the future, it will be helpful.
2007-03-03 14:52:16 · answer #2 · answered by RadTech - BAS RT(R)(ARRT) 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't understand your question. Going into Radiology is usually a 2 year AA/AS program. It's a career track. It sounds like you are almost done with that, so, go get a job after you graduate. It's a job that you should be able to get fairly quickly, since anything in any of the health care fields are usually always looking and pay fairly well.
2007-03-03 13:10:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
If its the same amount of time, go for the bachelors.
Most associates arent valuable and people end up needing a bachelors anyways.
2007-03-03 13:10:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go for the bachelor's degree. It may mean a few more classes, but you'll be glad you went that route in the end. After you've graduated, the timeframe won't mean anything -- you'll have your degree! Hang in there and good luck!
2007-03-03 13:09:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Definitely, without question, go for the bachelors degree. If you don't, you'll be kicking yourself for the rest of your life because you will have a less rewarding, lower paying job with more boring duties and fewer opportunities.
2007-03-03 13:15:06 · answer #6 · answered by Larry 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
In terms of your life, it will never be easier than now for you to get the more advanced degree.
2007-03-03 14:51:52 · answer #7 · answered by Jason W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋