Associates Degrees

Salary is based on whatever someone is willing to pay you, and that is usually based on their perception of what you can accomplish for them. Salary, earning potential, and marketability are not only determined by the type of field you are in and the degree you possess. It depends on your position within that field, the institution you work for, your experience, expertise, personal abilities, critical thinking skills, problem solving abilities, dedication and commitment toward ones work, and more. Thus, salary is not so much dependent on the type of degree as much as it is dependent on the person who holds the degree. Still, if you have a specific occupational title, you can then retrieve the estimated mean annual wage particular to that occupation through the U.S. Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The BS is a bachelors of science degree (four year program of study), and the AS is an associates in science (a two year program of study). At the associate level, there is the AS degree which leads to the professional BS degree, and the Associates of Applied science (AAS). The technology degree is more of a hands on program of study.

An AA degree in General Studies helps prepare students to continue their education and obtain a bachelor's degree at a university or college. After studying multiple subjects, students will have a better idea of what they would want their major to be. If they prefer to enter the career industry after obtaining an AA, they will have strong communication, oral and written skills - making them marketable employees.

With an associate in general studies, people can enter into the following fields:

* Management * Health Care * Administration and Clerical * Sales * Marketing * Consulting * Education

A transfer degree, also known as an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree, is a two-year undergraduate degree offered by community colleges and some universities.

The main purpose of a transfer degree is to provide students with a general education foundation in areas such as English, math, science, and social sciences, and prepare them to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete their bachelor's degree.

Students who earn a transfer degree can typically transfer their credits to a four-year institution and enter as a junior, provided that they meet the admission requirements and the degree requirements of the transfer institution. This can often save students time and money on their path to earning a bachelor's degree.

Transfer degrees are a popular option for students who want to pursue a bachelor's degree but prefer to start at a community college, where the tuition is typically lower, and the class sizes are often smaller.

You will have to apply to a college or university that offers a bachelor of science (BSN) in nursing. They will inform of as to how many credits from your first bachelor's will apply. Because you already have a bachelors, you might want to look into an associates of science in nursing and see it that might not be a better choice in terms of length. Much of this will depend on whether your have the required prerequisite coursework to include, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, chemistry etc.

What matters most is how much you know. Your knowledge is measured not only by how good your grades are, but also by how good YOU are. A good high school might let you know these two things easily. While a so-so high school will only show you what it can show. So yes, how good your high school is/were does matter, only not so directly. Colleges don't look at high school reputation, but your chances of finding a college you want may be determined by the staff at your high school and your own drive to go looking. Although I think the above posters are correct in most cases, there are certain schools that colleges will view more favorably (for their known academic rigour). Many schools in New England (Exeter, Chote, etc.), prestigious prep schools, and a handful of high schools have the name behind them to give you the upper hand over people with slightly better GPAs. However, if you go to a local private school with an acceptance rate of over 50%, you've really done nothing except indoctrinate yourself with religious views and waste a lot of money. If you're unsure about whether you're at a "prestigious" school, then you're not. I'm afraid that none of the answers, above, are correct. Let's first define what colleges you may be talking about. Depending on who's counting, only about 100 colleges and universities in the US accept less than 50% of applicants -- so, most colleges aren't very hard to get into. If you want to go to a really elite college, the strength of your high school may actually work against you. The very top schools generally want kids who graduated at or near the tops of their classes. If you are in a school with very bright kids and very tough competition, this will work against you. If you are in a school where you dominate, this will work for you. Having said that, top colleges will give you a break if your class rank is somewhat below what they'd like to see if you attended a very difficult and very competitive high school. But it's not enough of a break to make up for the difficulty of the competition. For instance, Thomas Jefferson, a magnet high school in Fairfax County, Virginia, boasts average SAT scores that closely mirror those at Harvard. Harvard does not take every student from TJ, however, and wouldn't consider doing so. Harvard does take kids from TJ who finish a bit below the highest of class rankings, however. The upshot is that kids who finish at or near the tops of their classes at TJ are almost certain to get into any school they want to attend, but those who finish outside the top 20 or so are disadvantaged.

Yes, depending on your districts guidlines, the minimum to apply for a subsitute teacher position is an associate's or 2 years towards your BA. Just remember that substitute teaching is not a full time job.

Actually, where I live in Texas, you just have to pass a criminal background check. You can then substitute, I do, and am NOW enrolled in college for the first time, but have been subbing for the last 6 months, in a public primary school.

In TN to substitute teach you only need a GED or High School diploma and pass the back ground check.

Typically an associates degree can range between 60 and 64 credits depending on the program of study and state mandates. However, an associates as a registered nurse requires more because of the prerequisites and clinical hours required. In general, an associates for a registered nurse runs approximately 75 credits.

It's typically four years

PHD is about 8 more

MD is 4 more after the Bachelors

masters is usually one or two more after the bachelors

but some places you can do bachelors in three and combine with the other PHD, MD or Masters for an overall reduced time. generally its not the Higher level degrees that are reduced but the bachelors.

It depends on what kind of accounting job that you want. You can get an associates degree in Accounting ( two years of education)... or you can get a bachelors degree (four years), masters degree (six years)... so on and so forth... the more education, the more money you will make.

Both are general degree types from which many specific programs of study fall. The Bachelor of arts typically has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study. The technology degree is more career oriented with a more focused approach with a science and less liberal arts, with technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.

In terms of credits, no. However you need the bachelors degree to pursue the higher level degrees, and typically it is the masters degree that is the next step. After the masters would come the PhD. Still, there may be some universities that offer a combined masters and PhD.

The three major educational paths to registered nursing are a bachelor's degree, an associate degree, and a diploma from an approved nursing program. Nurses most commonly enter the occupation by completing an associate degree or bachelor's degree program. Individuals then must complete a national licensing examination in order to obtain a nursing license. Further training or education can qualify nurses to work in specialty areas, and may help improve advancement opportunities. Education and training.There are three major educational paths to registered nursing-a bachelor's of science degree in nursing (BSN), an associate degree in nursing (ADN), and a diploma. BSN programs, offered by colleges and universities, take about 4 years to complete. In 2006, 709 nursing programs offered degrees at the bachelor's level. ADN programs, offered by community and junior colleges, take about 2 to 3 years to complete. About 850 RN programs granted associate degrees. Diploma programs, administered in hospitals, last about 3 years. Only about 70 programs offered diplomas. Generally, licensed graduates of any of the three types of educational programs qualify for entry-level positions. Many RNs with an ADN or diploma later enter bachelor's programs to prepare for a broader scope of nursing practice. Often, they can find an entry-level position and then take advantage of tuition reimbursement benefits to work toward a BSN by completing an RN-to-BSN program. In 2006, there were 629 RN-to-BSN programs in the United States. Accelerated master's degree in nursing (MSN) programs also are available by combining 1 year of an accelerated BSN program with 2 years of graduate study. In 2006, there were 149 RN-to-MSN programs. Accelerated BSN programs also are available for individuals who have a bachelor's or higher degree in another field and who are interested in moving into nursing. In 2006, 197 of these programs were available. Accelerated BSN programs last 12 to 18 months and provide the fastest route to a BSN for individuals who already hold a degree. MSN programs also are available for individuals who hold a bachelor's or higher degree in another field. Individuals considering nursing should carefully weigh the advantages and disadvantages of enrolling in a BSN or MSN program because, if they do, their advancement opportunities usually are broader. In fact, some career paths are open only to nurses with a bachelor's or master's degree. A bachelor's degree often is necessary for administrative positions and is a prerequisite for admission to graduate nursing programs in research, consulting, and teaching, and all four advanced practice nursing specialties-clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists, nurse-midwives, and nurse practitioners. Individuals who complete a bachelor's receive more training in areas such as communication, leadership, and critical thinking, all of which are becoming more important as nursing care becomes more complex. Additionally, bachelor's degree programs offer more clinical experience in nonhospital settings. Education beyond a bachelor's degree can also help students looking to enter certain fields or increase advancement opportunities. In 2006, 448 nursing schools offered master's degrees, 108 offered doctoral degrees, and 58 offered accelerated BSN-to-doctoral programs. All four advanced practice nursing specialties require at least a master's degree. Most programs include about 2 years of full-time study and require a BSN degree for entry; some programs require at least 1 to 2 years of clinical experience as an RN for admission. In 2006, there were 342 master's and post-master's programs offered for nurse practitioners, 230 master's and post-master's programs for clinical nurse specialists, 106 programs for nurse anesthetists, and 39 programs for nurse-midwives. All nursing education programs include classroom instruction and supervised clinical experience in hospitals and other health care facilities. Students take courses in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, psychology and other behavioral sciences, and nursing. Coursework also includes the liberal arts for ADN and BSN students. Supervised clinical experience is provided in hospital departments such as pediatrics, psychiatry, maternity, and surgery. A growing number of programs include clinical experience in nursing care facilities, public health departments, home health agencies, and ambulatory clinics. Licensure and certification.In all States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories, students must graduate from an approved nursing program and pass a national licensing examination, known as the NCLEX-RN, in order to obtain a nursing license. Nurses may be licensed in more than one State, either by examination or by the endorsement of a license issued by another State. The Nurse Licensure Compact Agreement allows a nurse who is licensed and permanently resides in one of the member States to practice in the other member States without obtaining additional licensure. In 2006, 20 states were members of the Compact, while 2 more were pending membership. All States require periodic renewal of licenses, which may require continuing education. Certification is common, and sometimes required, for the four advanced practice nursing specialties-clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists, nurse-midwives, and nurse practitioners. Upon completion of their educational programs, most advanced practice nurses become nationally certified in their area of specialty. Certification also is available in specialty areas for all nurses. In some States, certification in a specialty is required in order to practice that specialty. Foreign-educated and foreign-born nurses wishing to work in the United States must obtain a work visa. To obtain the visa, nurses must undergo a federal screening program to ensure that their education and licensure are comparable to that of a U.S. educated nurse, that they have proficiency in written and spoken English, and that they have passed either the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) Qualifying Examination or the NCLEX-RN. CGFNS administers the VisaScreen Program. (The Commission is an immigration-neutral, nonprofit organization that is recognized internationally as an authority on credentials evaluation in the health care field.) Nurses educated in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, or foreign-born nurses who were educated in the United States, are exempt from the language proficiency testing. In addition to these national requirements, foreign-born nurses must obtain state licensure in order to practice in the United States. Each State has its own requirements for licensure. Other qualifications. Nurses should be caring, sympathetic, responsible, and detail oriented. They must be able to direct or supervise others, correctly assess patients' conditions, and determine when consultation is required. They need emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses. Advancement. Some RNs start their careers as licensed practical nurses or nursing aides, and then go back to school to receive their RN degree. Most RNs begin as staff nurses in hospitals, and with experience and good performance often move to other settings or are promoted to more responsible positions. In management, nurses can advance from assistant unit manger or head nurse to more senior-level administrative roles of assistant director, director, vice president, or chief nurse. Increasingly, management-level nursing positions require a graduate or an advanced degree in nursing or health services administration. Administrative positions require leadership, communication and negotiation skills, and good judgment. Some nurses move into the business side of health care. Their nursing expertise and experience on a health care team equip them to manage ambulatory, acute, home-based, and chronic care. Employers-including hospitals, insurance companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and managed care organizations, among others-need RNs for health planning and development, marketing, consulting, policy development, and quality assurance. Other nurses work as college and university faculty or conduct research. For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (U.S. Department of Labor) indicated below this answer box.

Not much since an AA degree is only a 2 year degree. Mainly it depends on the classes you took towards a BA or in getting training in one area. If you really want to work in science you need to go on for a BA with a major in one area of science. Otherwise you have 2 years of college and some units that may help you get a job.

A bachelor's degree in most areas can require between 120 to 128 college credits particular to a specific program of study. This would be based on a college or university that operates on a regular two semester academic year which is the most common. For institutions that operate on a tri-semester or quarter-semester it would be quite different. That being said, the Bachelor's degree - in most cases - is designed as a four year program of study, provided the student is full-time and follows their chosen program of study as prescribed by the college or university, and also provided the individual does not require prerequisite or developmental coursework as a result of basic skills testing. The minimum credit load for a full-time student is no less than 12 credits per semester. However, to complete the degree within the four years, a credit load of approximately 15 to 18 credits is recommended. For individuals who work or who have other responsibilities that would prohibit them from attending full-time, completion of the degree may take twice as long. Still, some of this time can be cut down by attending summer sessions and/or interim sessions. In addition, the bachelors and associate degrees are referred to as undergraduate degrees while the masters and doctorate degrees referred to as graduate degrees.

There are two accrediting agencies for Bible colleges that are recognized as legitimate by the U.S. government: The Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) and The Transnational Association for Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). A Bible college will primarily have one of these two accreditations, but may even be accredited by a regional association such as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). At any rate, any accrediting agency should be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

For colleges and universities that operate on a regular two semester academic year, 16 hours of class contact time is equivalent to one credit for the semester. Thus, a three credit course is required to have 48 hours of class contact time for the semester. I am only going one semester

The number of credit hours per semester depends on the courses taken that semester. For a college or university that operates on a two semester academic year, 12 credits (semester or credit hours) is considered a minimum full time load. The average full-time load is 15 credits.

Each course in assigned credits based on the amount of classroom time per week. Most courses are three credit hours per semester, some are four, while others may be more. For a three credit course, it means the course meets for three hours of classroom time per week. For a four credit course it would meet four classroom hours per week, etc. For example, You can have a general psychology course that is three credits. It can meet 1 hr three times a week, 1 1/2 hrs twice a week, or 3 hrs and meet once a week. Thus, the credit hours determine the length of time the course meets per week.

Here is one possibility of a minimum full-time schedule for one semester:

English Composition - 3 credits

General Psychology - 3 credits

U.S. History I - 3 credits

General Biology - 4 credits

Total credit hours equals 13 for that semester. Typically, a semester is approximately 16 weeks.

For an associate degree (two year program of study), the number of credits required to graduate are approximately 60 - 64 depending on the state mandate and the particular program of study. For a bachelors degree (four year program of study), approximately 124 - 128 credits.

I have an AS in Nursing . In hospital work you start at 50,000 and I have 25 years and alot of expeirence and make 75,000 a year. But It is like paid slavery because your life is never your own . It must be a calling not just for the money, its a tough career.

Usually for undergrads, 2 (fall and spring.) This can vary between colleges and universities. Some operate on a Trimester schedule, and some graduate or accelerated courses of study may hold summer semesters. The summer semsesters in the United States for undergrads are usually held to make up classes, or get through the process faster. Select internships may be held in the summer months as well.