5 Common Barriers to Education
Don’t wait until you’re struggling to make a plan for how you’ll handle these issues. Take action early before you fall behind.
Personal Finances
There’s no denying that paying for job training can be expensive. Sit down and make a budget that includes all of your expenses and income. Prioritize the expenses that will help you finish your education and reach your goals.
Look into grant programs that can help you get a free education, such as employment training grants and apprenticeships. With these programs, you can avoid taking out student loans and save money.
Self-belief
If you’ve struggled with school before, you may not have confidence that you’ll succeed this time. Low self-confidence can keep you from achieving everything you’re capable of. The best way to build your belief in yourself is to prove you can set and achieve goals.
Start by setting small, achievable goals. As you complete them, your self-confidence will naturally increase. If your school has a student success team, take advantage of any counseling or mentoring programs they offer. Talking to someone who’s been where you are and succeeded can help.
Motivation
It’s easy to lose motivation when you get bogged down in your assignments, particularly if you have other family or work obligations on top of schoolwork. When you feel overwhelmed, you can lose sight of why you’re working so hard.
To keep your motivation going strong, remember your why. Make a list of all of the reasons you want to finish your education, such as:
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Earn more money
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Advance your career
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Give your family a better life
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Enjoy your work
Put your list in a prominent place and read over it when you need inspiration.
Fear of Failure
The fear of failure can become a self-fulfilling prophecy. If you’re scared of failing, you won’t take the actions you need to succeed. The key to getting over a fear of failure is changing your mindset. Cultivate a growth mindset. Think of failure as an opportunity to learn. People who embrace the struggle of learning are more successful in the long run.
Lack of Resources
Sometimes it’s a lack of resources holding you back. Do some research to find programs and agencies that can help you. You may be surprised by what you discover. The federal government established American Job Centers to help low-income job seekers. Through these programs, you may be able to work with a case manager and get free funding for job training. In many states, you can use these grants to train for in-demand and well-paying careers in healthcare and information technology with schools like MedCerts. With extensive student support services, MedCerts is as invested in your future as you are.
Create a Brighter Tomorrow Today
By thinking about these obstacles and making a plan to handle them in advance, you’ll be prepared to stay the course and finish your education. With the right mindset and strategies, you can overcome any barrier.
