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Jul 11

Those looking to make a personal change in the IT field may be in luck with UWG

Many individuals are attempting to increase their chances of finding a job in this rough economy. With a current national unemployment rate of 9.2 percent, it appears as though all is not well on the job front. Now, people are making personal changes in an effort to adapt to the struggling market. A way individuals are making the leap toward improving their hiring chances is by enrolling in a higher education program that could help boost their credentials.

As a result of the growing number of people pursuing education, more schools are increasing the number of programs available to students in an effort to meet as many subject interests as possible. One such institution to increase its degree offerings is the University of West Georgia (UWG), which recently announced a new master of science in applied computer science, according to the Times-Herald. School officials said that the program will be geared toward students from a variety of backgrounds who are looking to further their potential in the information technology (IT) field.

Interestingly ,the degree program will be available completely online, which breaks the barriers made to some students who live outside of the area but still want to attend UWG in order to advance their knowledge of the IT field. Adel M. Abunawass, the chairman of the department, told the news provider that since the program began in 2002 – although it was classroom-based up until this coming fall – more than four dozen students have graduated with the degree, all of whom were able to find jobs.

Abunawass told the news source that by changing the curriculum to an online degree, it will "open it up to a larger audience."

The IT field is currently thriving, as many analysts have estimated that it is the field to watch in terms of job creation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, career opportunities are expected to increase by 17 percent through 2018. However, it's important those who are looking to further their education in the IT field practice personal change management. While taking online classes may be a way to free up one's schedule, it is a good idea to ensure that one is not getting too overworked by all of their endeavors.

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Jul 11

Ashworth College uses graduation ceremony to help students with personal development

While many people strive toward personal growth by enrolling in a higher education, some individuals are concerned about whether or not they will be able to find a full-time job upon graduation.

However, Ashworth College, an online university with headquarters in Georgia, is doing something about it. The virtual school announced that students who are graduating in 2011 will have the opportunity to participate in a career search workshop.

Some of the professionals working with the program include representatives from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC), Randstad US and RE: FOCUS ON CAREERS. School officials said it was important to offer such an exercise, as the way people find jobs continually changes.

"Between the current economy and the Internet, the way people find jobs today has dramatically changed and now that our students have completed their education, we want to help them succeed by giving them as many tools as we can," said Leslie Gargiulo, the school's vice president of education. "We are fortunate to partner with experts from the AJC, Randstad and RE: FOCUS."

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Jun 11

Georgia growing more interested in where teachers are attaining personal development

People who have dreams of becoming teachers in Georgia one day may find that it could take more schooling than they originally anticipated. As graduate schools are now a requirement in most states, Georgia is also paying attention to where its future educators go to school.

The Associated Press is reporting that a new state rule prohibits any teacher from qualifying for the $6,000 a year salary bump that they typically receive if they have earned a degree from a non-accredited school.

State officials say that this new stipulation will be a way to crack down on those who believe that they can cheat the system in terms of a proper degree.

"The rules in Georgia prior to the policy change essentially allowed – with a few exceptions – an educator to get a degree in virtually any subject or field from virtually any institution and qualify for a compensation upgrade," Kelly Henson, head of the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, told the news provider.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, teachers must continually take education courses in order to brush up on their knowledge.

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Jun 11

VSU announces new degree programs for student personal growth

As many people are looking for education opportunities in order to assist their personal growth, schools across the country are suddenly finding themselves having to increase their course offerings in an effort to meet the demand.

Valdosta State University (VSU) announced that its master of arts in literature and language and bachelor of science in organizational leadership were recently approved by the University System of Georgia's Board of Regents.

Both degree programs will be offered online, and school officials believe that the new master's concentration will meet a wide appeal for students looking for virtual options.

"This degree will attract students state-wide and nationally," said Mark Smith, the head of the English department. "Valdosta State has a good academic reputation and this online master's program will continue the tradition. It is designed with the time constraints of public school teachers. They will find the program to be as intense and rigorous as the master's in English, which is offered in the traditional classroom setting."

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Jun 11

GSU announces new MBA concentration for people seeking personal growth

Many individuals are eager to advance their education in order to achieve personal growth. As a result, schools are having to increase their offerings to meet the needs of all prospective students.

Georgia Southern University (GSU) announced that it would be launching its first executive master's of business administration (MBA) program this fall, according to the George-Ann Daily. This program will be geared toward individuals who are looking to pursue an entrepreneurial endeavor, as the courses could help them learn how to become leaders.

Although the school already offers a number of virtual degree programs, academic officials wanted to increase their offerings to specific prospective students.

"The program was approved in April and all of May we worked on its operations and the structure," Melissa Holland, director of MBA programs for the College of Business Administration, told the news provider. "Now we are starting to actually market to the target audience."

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, people who have an MBA degree make up to $234 more per week than people with bachelor's degrees.

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Jun 11

Walden University announces program to help Georgia students learn about good health practices

As a number of individuals want to get into the healthcare industry in order to help patients who suffer from various illnesses get back into good health, it is important to get a background in the sector first.

Walden University could be making it easier for nursing hopefuls in the Georgia area receive training, as the college has formed a partnership with the North Fulton Hospital located in Roswell, Georgia. This pairing will give people the opportunity to pursue a higher degree in the field while they are still furthering their career. In the healthcare field, it is important to have both a professional and academic background.

"As nurses continue to assume a greater role in healthcare, there is an increased expectation that they should have an advanced degree," said Sara Torres, associate dean of Walden's School of Nursing. "Through the alliance with Walden, nurses of the partner organizations have access to online degree programs that can help them meet increased expectations while providing relevant knowledge and training they can apply immediately on the job."

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Jun 11

CCEI announces new course for personal growth in early childhood education

Individuals who want to pursue personal growth in the childcare field understand that this is not always an easy task. It is important for these individuals to stay vigilant in their education in an effort to better themselves in the sector.

ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) announced that it is now offering an early childhood credential for anyone who is interested in pursuing an education in the field.

Academic officials said that it was important to create this credential in order to boost the offerings for people who are looking to make a break in the early childcare industry. Having a greater knowledge of the field could also lead to more job opportunities for people who are qualified.

"The goal is to increase the education level of early childhood educators and this credential not only does that, but it creates a bridge that encourages educators who get the credential to continue up the education ladder toward a degree," said Maria C. Taylor, president and CEO of CCEI. "This supports CCEI's goal to improve teacher effectiveness and ultimately raise the quality of care provided to children."

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Jun 11

Australian girl gets chance at personal growth in the states

While some people go to college in order to boost their educations, others care about the physical activity options. As many schools are offering scholarships to thriving high school seniors in various sporting activities, many students are taking advantage.

Nikita Bestwick was recruited to play for Emmanuel College's girls soccer team, the Lady Lions, according to the Great Lakes Advocate. However, Bestwick is heading to the Georgia institution from her native Australia after she was spotted by U.S. scouts.

It appears as though Bestwick had more than one option when approached by scouts, giving her the opportunity to look at other colleges.

"I had another offer to go to Oklahoma but I liked Georgia better, it sounded nice, so yeah I’m going to the South," she told the news provider.

School athletes may want to consider practicing Dahn Yoga in order to stay limber. According to the Mayo Clinic, yoga can help the body increase its range of motion and strength.

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