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Stay-at-Home Parents Should Consider Going Back to School — Here’s Why
If you’ve been out of the work world for a while taking care of little ones at home, reclaiming your career can feel like an impossible hurdle. However, there’s a simple, effective move you can do to make it much easier — going back to school.
Earning a degree is the ideal bookend to a career gap. It shows you’re still capable of putting in the hours, helps refresh your knowledge of the field, and gives you the chance to rebuild networks and gain the connections you’ll need to thrive.
If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to getting a degree, this simple guide from The Spanish Learning Club can help you navigate the road of higher education.
Which egree is Right?
Before you dive into applying for schools, you should take some time to really consider what kind of degree you’re interested in. If you don’t yet have an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, there’s a whole world of options out there that lead to lucrative, fulfilling careers. In fact, CNN notes those with a college education average $30,000 more than those who end their education with a high school diploma. For…