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Degree Types

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The 8 dimensions of wellness can affect your academic performance, motivation, and well-being. Therefore, when choosing a school and a program for continuing education, you should consider how they can support and enhance your wellness in each dimension. For example, you may want to look for a school that offers flexible schedules, online courses, financial aid, counseling services, student clubs, career guidance, and other resources that can help you balance your studies with your other obligations and interests.

Each dimension of wellness can affect your academic performance, motivation, and well-being. Therefore, when choosing a school and a program for continuing education, you should consider how they can support and enhance your wellness in each dimension. For example, you may want to look for a school that offers flexible schedules, online courses, financial aid, counseling services, student clubs, career guidance, and other resources that can help you balance your studies with your other obligations and interests.

Types of Degrees

There are many types of degrees and programs that you can pursue in continuing education, depending on your level of education, your field of interest, and your career goals. Here are some brief descriptions of the most common degree types:

What is an Associate's Degree?

These are two-year degrees that can be completed at community colleges, technical schools, or online institutions. They can prepare you for entry-level jobs in various fields, or allow you to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Some examples of associate degrees are Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS), Associate of Applied Science (AAS), and Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS).

What is a Bachelor's Degree?

These are four-year degrees that can be completed at colleges or universities, either on-campus or online. They can provide you with a broad and comprehensive education in a specific field, or allow you to explore different disciplines and subjects. Some examples of bachelor’s degrees are Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA).

What is a Master's Degree?

These are advanced degrees that can be completed after earning a bachelor’s degree, usually in one or two years. They can help you deepen your knowledge and skills in a specific field, or prepare you for leadership, research, or teaching roles. Some examples of master’s degrees are Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MS), Master of Business Administration (MBA), and Master of Education (MEd).

What is a Doctorate's Degree?

These are the highest level of academic degrees that can be completed after earning a master’s degree, usually in three to six years. They can help you become an expert and a scholar in a specific field, or contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice through original research and dissertation. Some examples of doctoral degrees are Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Education (EdD), Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

What is a Certificate/Diploma Degree?

These are short-term programs that can be completed in a few months or a year, either before or after earning a degree. They can help you gain specialized skills and credentials in a specific area, or update your knowledge and competencies in a changing field. Some examples of certificate/diploma degrees are Certificate in Project Management, Diploma in Graphic Design, Certificate in Accounting, and Diploma in Medical Assisting.

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