No Money Down And A Degree To Go Please - Education For The Troops
Leaders in the U.S. military are making education a main focus for deployed soldiers.
“Knowledge is power. If Marines take advantage of educational opportunities while in the military, it will make them more competitive within their military occupation specialty and in the civilian workforce,” Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Forbes, says.
The military gives help to soldiers enrolling in classes. Forbes took 71 credits while enlisted and is working towards a degree in human resources.
“With the current tempo here in Iraq, there is no excuse why every Marine can’t try at least one class while here,” details Master Sgt. James Emch. “Marines should welcome the chance to improve themselves and start a successful future.”
Deployed soldiers can get as much as 100 percent of their educational fees paid for by the government through offerings like Tuition Assistance, the Montgomery GI Bill, and the Marine Corpse College Fund.
“There is no better time to begin an education than while these Marines are in the Corps. There is no reason to wait until the tour of duty is completed,” affirms an education technician at Camp Courtney in Japan.
A friend mentioned ClassesandCareers.com , a free online education database. It does not take more than a few brief minutes to submit their data and be transferred live to an education advisor.
"I went to the website and filled in a few details about my goals," Sergeant John Noble says. "Not long after, an advisor called me and helped me find a workable online program. I could complete lectures and homework during my time off."
Noble has been working on a degree in accounting and is more than half way to his bachelors. "It has been really handy for me to keep up with my education while I’m here,” Noble stated. “I should be done right before I am released and will be able to go directly into a Master's Program.”
Are you ready to pursue your education while enlisted? Visit ClassesandCareers.com to find accredited classes online and get enrolled. A counselor will help direct you on how to use your military benefits for scholarships and grants.
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