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Q: associate degrees?
I am planning on going to a community college to get a associates in arts degree(the whole degree will transfer to my state college and count for my general ed.) while I'm getting that degree i could get an associate in applied science degree if i stay at that school an extra semester or two since some classes would apply to both degrees. I would probably still transfer to a state school to continue to a bachelors degree with the A.A. Would it be worth the extra year or so to obtain 2 associates and one bachelors? Or would the applied science degree even matter to an employer?

A: Hi. I recommend you earn one associates degree and then concentrate on your bachelors. An employer looks at your highest degree and it tells him/her that you know how to prioritize, set goals and obtain them, complete tasks in a timely manner. The A.A.S. has courses that will not transfer to a four year university, so why spend the extra time and money if you do not need to? The sooner you graduate, the sooner you will be able to earn money and gain valuable experience. Best wishes.

Q: What's the difference between Associate Degrees?
I am going to take a course for Medical Assistant one college offers an Associates in the Applied Sciences, the other school offers an Associates in the Occupational Sciences. Is one better than the other? How do potential employers view either? If I want to go for nursing later, which degree should I get now? Help! I gotta pick a school.

A: do the applied science one, trust me.

Q: are there any associate degrees that would improve chances of getting into an occupational therapy program?
I'm interested in pursuing a degree in occupational therapy. I've been told that acceptance into programs is very competative. Would having an associates degree in another health related field increase my chances? My GPA is a 3.0 and I haven't take the GRE but I made a 29 on my ACT. Any suggestions?

A: A masters degree is required for OT licensure at this time. There are programs that are five year programs and incorporate a bachelor degree in that time. For those programs you would be applying out of high school, typically, and volunteering at a health related workplace would be highly regarded in admissions. There are post professional programs that accept students with a bachelor degree- those programs have accepted students with a variety of backgrounds, including psychology, social work, pre-med, equine studies and biology.

Q: Does anyone know if having two associate degrees count as a bachelors degree?
I go to a community college and I am aiming to get my associate in science degree in police science and my associate in applied science degree in crime scene investigation. Since they are two different degree programs and they total to about 126 credits together, could that count as a bachelors degree? I will greatly appreciate the answers you provide me, thank you very much!!!

A: The simple answer is no. The better answer is no, because a Bachelor's degree will usually require a minimum of 40 credit hours of general education and then an additional 45-80 credit hours in the major course of study. If the major is on the low end for number of credits needed, then a minor is required as well. Plus, in order to be awarded a Bachelor's degree, you need to complete at least 30 credits in a 4 year college or university and those 30 credits must be at the upper division (300-400) level courses. Any and all classes taken at the community college will be lower division courses (100-200) level courses. Even though you will have over 120 credits completed with 2 associate degrees, you will not have completed all of the necessary classes for either major- including the general education courses as well. I hope this made sense to you and answers your question.

Q: why can't I find a job and I have two degrees under my belt. I have a Bachelor Degree and an Associate Degree?
My areas were Medical Assistant for my Associate Degree and Business Administration with a Concentration in Healthcare Management. I focus primarly on Business Administration. Now I know why women strip and work at Hooters, because lack of work. I'm giving my self one week and if I don't find something I will be stripping at The Admirial in DownTown Chicago. To Jamie 5987. I have put in numerous applications at area Hospitals such as Northwestern, Rush Hospital, University of Chicago, Advocate Christ, etc. This month aloe I have put in 80 resumes on line by itself and 25 applications at area places. U name I did it. I'm jut shorting the word you. I put the applications in at area Hospitals at Receptionist 1, Patient Service Clerk, etc. Nada, Zip, Zero, Zelich... To krosskountry I attend Robert Morris College. Im not the only one who has a problem finding a job.. Kross Kountry. Thanks for the info (winking) I'm trying to go as classy as possible. Cicero and Roosevelt might be the ideal If anyone know of anyone hiring within the Chicago area, please email me at lavitaharper@yahoo.com

A: work as an administrator in a local hospital. the combination of business and medicine should serve you well in that area.

Q: If I go to a school that grants two year degrees (associate degree), is this considered a college?
I know this question sounds awkward, however, it's a serious question. I am attending a business school that is authorized by law to grant two-year degrees. Therefore, if I am asked if I have a college degree, do I say, "yes, I have an associate degree." In researching my school, I am seeing profiles of the school that call it a "college". Thanks for your help and bearing with me. I hope you understand what I'm asking. :-)

A: Sure, it's college. Sometimes people differentiate 2-year colleges by calling them "community college," "junior college," "technical college" or "vocational/technical college," or "county college," depending on where you are. I think the term "junior college" isn't used much anymore though.

Q: Does 2 associate degrees look better than 1 Bachelor's degree to an employer?
Especially when the 2 associate degrees are somewhat related. 1 in electronics and the second in IT-Networking. If it does not look better. Do you think it would suffice if an employer was looking for someone with a bachelor's degree?

A: In general Empolyers will look at someone who does not meet degree requirements only if they have significant documented work experience. An employer might look at someone with only an associates degree if they had four years of experience already at the level of the job, where they would hire someone for the position with just a bachelors degree and no work experience. Especially in your field there is a huge difference between an associates in electronics and a bachelors degree in electrical engineering. Much of this has to do with mathematical background and courses in communication theory and mathematical methods of circuit analysis such as Laplace Transforms and Fourier Transforms. Not sure where you are getting your educational advice, but these people are setting you up for a dead end and limited career growth. Of course if you can't do the math and don't want to work as hard as you would have to to get a Bachelors Degree then you may be on the path that is best for you.

Q: Are associate degrees any good if you are not getting a bachelor?
I am getting an assoc in English and communication/writing. They are AA and I don't think I want to get a bachelor in comm/writing. How can a comm/writing be a major?

A: Associates Degrees by and large are not as beneficial as they once were, unless you get an associates in something practical such as Paralegal Studies, then you are wasting your time and may as well just spend the extra two years in university and obtain a bachelors.

Q: What careers were available to ancient Romans with associate degrees?
Besides military conscription, potters, bakers, and candle stick makers?

A: debtors or assassin

Q: Does anyone know of schools in Chicago that offer associate degrees in Diagnostic Medical Sonography?
I may be moving to downtown Chicago and I am not having a lot of luck finding a school.

A: Northwestern Memorial Hospital Website: www.nmh.org Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Program 676 St. Clair Street 5th Floor Suite 5-550 Chicago, IL 60611 Degrees: Certificate Concentrations: General Program Director: Casey Clarke BSRT, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS Email: cclarke@nmh.org Phone: (312) 926-1196 Rush University Website: www.rush.edu Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Program 600 S. Paulina Suite 1019A Chicago, IL 60612 Degrees: Baccalaureate Concentrations: Vascular Program Director: Eileen French-Sherry MA, RVT Email: eileen_french-sherry@rush.edu Phone: (312) 942-7286 College of DuPage - Glen Ellyn, IL John A. Logan College - Carterville, IL South Suburban College - South Holland, IL Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Triton College - River Grove, IL

Q: What college in NYC offers an Associate degrees in Radiology with specialization in Ultrasound?


A: Radiologic technology and ultrasound schools are separate programs. Once you finish your RT, you can go to an ultrasound program. You do not learn them concurrently. When thinking about entering an ultrasound program, you need not be concerned so much about certificate vs. degree. What is important is that you go to an ACCREDITED program, whether it is college or hospital based. An accredited program allows you to take your registry (licensing) exams upon graduation. Once you get licensed, you will never be asked about your schooling again. An employer does not care what route you take to get licensed, they just want you to have that license. Don't waste your time or money on a NON-accredited program. Upon completion and graduation from a NON-accredited program, you must work in the field of sonography for a full year prior to taking your licensing examinations. But, you will have a hard time finding an employer to hire you, unless you are licensed. I would suggest you observe an imaging department to get an idea of what ultrasonographers do daily. There is much more to it than scanning pregnant women. Most people have no idea how much is involved in this career! You can find a list of accredited schools in your area, by searching "diagnostic medical sonography" and your state at the following site. There are links provided for each program, which will give you additional information (including course duration): http://www.caahep.org/Find_An_Accredited_Program.aspx The only accredited ultrasound program in NYC is at New York University. Many people, myself included, go to school to become a radiologic technologist, before continuing to ultrasound school. In fact, it can be difficult to get into u/s school without the RT license. There are many more choices for schools for x-ray in most states. You can find them here, by searching “radiography“ and your state: http://www.jrcert.org/cert/Search.jsp The pay for ultrasound technologists will vary, depending on experience and geographical location. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists just did a large salary survey. You can see how much a RT and/or ultrasound technologist averaged, per year, in your state here: https://www.asrt.org/media/pdf/research/wss2007/wss07annualcompensation.pdf

Q: Cheap colleges that do online associate degrees?
Hello does anyone know any accredited colleges that offer the associate degree in computer related degrees cheap am an international student who is at Miami, Florida (America) if that helps

A: The key is to make sure the college/university is accredited. I have three basic recommendations for everyone looking into online/distance education. They all have to do with exploring; after all, you have to defend your assets. 1. Make certain that you have triple checked their accreditation. First, they tell you what it is, then you go to that accrediting body’s website (not through the link provided by the school), and thirdly you would visit the department of education to see what they have to say. Do your diligent research into the institutions once you have narrowed down to a couple. You can look at the Better Business Bureau for more information on the college. 2. You must have extreme self motivation and be able to teach yourself per say. This means that you will not have someone telling you verbally, so it is up to you to get the information from the course room, text, and other resources. The best way to look at it is like a guided independent study course. 3. Review your goals, personal and professional. Make sure that the school that you are going to offers the programs that match your goals. Do not settle. There are many programs that are similar, but you have to make the ultimate decision. Do not let it be based on finances and length of program, but the fact that when you are finished or near finished you will be able to assume your proper place in the career field sought. You should market yourself and not the degree or university. There are many traditional universities offering degrees that can be earned through online methods. Distance Learning Alliance has a list of these traditional online schools. Look at that if you are truly concerned with the name of the school. Good luck on your search!

Q: does it make sense to have two associate degrees? I have one more semester in?
college and my major is medical administration. But now i have decided that i want to go take the 20 month court reporting program and that is also an associates program. What should I do?

A: two associates degrees is about as useful as two high school diplomas. Transfer to a 4 year college and get a Bachelors degree. Spend all that time in school earning degrees you won't use when you graduate is a waste of money, not to mention looks bad on your resume.

Q: Does anyone know of schools in Indianapolis that offer associate degrees in Diagnostic Medical Sonography?
I HAVE BEING SEARCHING BUT HAVE NOT FOUND ONE SCHOOL THAT OFFERS IT.PLEASE LET ME KNOW I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IT .

A: When thinking about entering an ultrasound program, you need not be concerned so much about certificate vs. degree. What is important is that you go to an ACCREDITED program, whether it is college or hospital based. An accredited program allows you to take your registry (licensing) exams upon graduation. Once you get licensed, you will never be asked about your schooling again. An employer does not care what route you take to get licensed, they just want you to have that license. Don't waste your time or money on a NON-accredited program. Upon completion and graduation from a NON-accredited program, you must work in the field of sonography for a full year prior to taking your licensing examinations. But, you will have a hard time finding an employer to hire you, unless you are licensed. I would suggest you observe an imaging department to get an idea of what ultrasonographers do daily. There is much more to it than scanning pregnant women. Most people have no idea how much is involved in this career! You can find a list of accredited schools in your area, by searching "diagnostic medical sonography" and your state at the following site. There are links provided for each program, which will give you additional information (including course duration): http://www.caahep.org/Find_An_Accredited_Program.aspx WOW, I could not find a single accredited school in Indiana. And Indy is located smack dab in the middle of the state, so commuting to another state for school doesn't sound reasonable. Any way you can relocate? Many people, myself included, go to school to become a radiologic technologist, before continuing to ultrasound school. In fact, it can be difficult to get into u/s school without the RT license. There are many more choices for schools for x-ray in most states. You can find them here, by searching “radiography“ and your state: http://www.jrcert.org/cert/Search.jsp There are four radiologic technology programs in Indy. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists just did a large salary survey. You can see how much a RT and an ultrasound technologist earned in an average year in IN here: https://www.asrt.org/media/pdf/research/wss2007/wss07annualcompensation.pdf Best wishes....

Q: How much do dental hygienists with associate degrees earn?


A: Between$25-35/hr, depending on where you live. Some areas, like Arizona, make more money, from what I have heard.