DECEMBER 5, 2017, Redstone Arsenal, AL - It’s no surprise that the Internet provides numerous training opportunities for employees who want to improve their skills and advance their careers. “Massive open online courses,” known as MOOCs, are online learning courses that are available to thousands of students at a time. And, many of these courses are absolutely free while … [Read more...]
Air Force Civilian Tuition Assistance Increases Course Limits
NOVEMBER 8, 2017, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, TX - Air Force officials have raised the course limit for civilian tuition assistance from one course per semester or quarter to two courses for fiscal year 2018. The Air Force chose to increase the course limit, following the annual end-of-year TA program review, based on interest across the civilian career fields and … [Read more...]
5 Things to Keep in Mind When Going Back to School after Military Service
August 18, 2017, by Dixie Somers - When you serve in the military, you're not just serving your country, you're also serving as a great role model for your children and your peers. Returning to the states after being deployed and being discharged from service creates new challenges. As you transition back into the normal routine as a veteran and no longer an active duty service … [Read more...]
How to Select Your Online Degree Program
June 20, 2017, by Cher Zevala - You’ve decided to pursue an advanced degree, and you’ve even realized that online education is the way to go. Indeed, most active service members find that the flexibility of online classes allows them to attend every lecture and meet every deadline - even while they are deployed a world away. Still, deciding between traditional and online school … [Read more...]
Benefits Veterans Should Take Advantage of When Returning to School
June 2, 2017, By Nicolas Chee, Contributor to The Student Loan Report - If you are a veteran and planning on returning to school, thank you for your service. Many veterans know that they have some benefits available to them, but they do not know what those benefits are or what steps they should take when they return to school. This can result in you missing out on many of the … [Read more...]