Jobs, Training and Education

Jobs requiring only an associate degree or skills certificate are projected to grow slightly faster than those requiring at least a bachelor’s degree in the coming decade, according to a new report from President Obama’s Council of Economic Advisors.

The report comes on the eve of a massive federal plan President Obama is about to unveil to help America's community colleges. An early draft included billions for job training, low-interest loans for building projects and other funding streams to create free online courses.

Though prior research shows that the attainment of any community college credential can significantly increase one’s income, not all degrees and certificates awarded by two-year institutions were found to have the same financially beneficial value. The Council of Economic Advisors' report finds “that the most valuable credentials are those in quantitatively-oriented fields or high-growth/high-need occupations such as health care.”

What this really means is that there will be more funding available for academic training and those who are in need of the funding will be able to gain access. But to gain access, you have to apply and learn the application process.

Not all funding sources are created equal so it is imperative that you apply selectively and learn how to gain access to the funding. Decide where you should apply and what environment you would succeed in.

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