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Continuing Education Pays Off
by Kirk Bangstad
Distance Education Degrees Columnist
If you somehow became sidetracked at a young age and didn't get your high school diploma, there are ways to catch up to your peers. You'll eventually have to pass the GED test, which allows you to earn the equivalent of a high school diploma. Getting a GED is pretty important, especially if you want career opportunities that pay well.
Make $300,000 more with a GED
According to Educationpays.org, completing your GED will cut your likelihood of being unemployed by 4% and increase your lifetime earnings by over $300,000.* Once you've earned a GED, you'll be eligible to enroll in college, which could help you earn another $164,000 over the course of your lifetime.
Continue your Education Online
Many of those who dropped out of high school feel uncomfortable going back to school. They may feel too old, or not prepared enough to compete with their classmates. While dropouts are going to have to eventually overcome the feeling of being inadequate when they hit the job market, they can avoid a classroom environment by taking adult continuing education classes online. Online learning has become very popular among those trying to catch up academically. Students can learn from the comforts of their own homes and decide when they want to study. This is helpful for those who need to hold a full time job while going to school. Homework can be done on lunch breaks, or during non-working hours.
If you think its time to pull it together and get that GED, start researching different continuing education programs near you. Call the schools or email them for more details, including start dates and tuition rates.
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About the Author
Kirk Bangstad is an artist manager and singer working in Chicago, IL. His previous experience includes consulting for technology companies in the Silicon Valley and serving as a field director and publicist for a statewide political campaign. Kirk holds a B.A. in government from Harvard University.
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