MedCerts v Other Online Learning Colleges A MilSpouse Guide - MedCerts

Is Short-Term Online Career Training Right for You?

ATTN Military Spouses: For a limited time, the Department of Defense has expanded eligibility for My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) to the first 1,250 approved applicants in the ranks of E-6 and O-3. MedCerts is an approved school for the MyCAA scholarship.

Gone are the days when the only way to get an education was to arrive at a classroom. Online learning colleges have taken over the academic landscape. What was once traditional, in-person learning is now remote and accessible.

That’s excellent news for those who often find they have to move with little warning — like every military spouse throughout America.

The National Center of Education Statistics reports that by the fall of 2020, 75% of all undergraduate students were enrolled in some form of distance learning. That’s a 95% increase from the previous year. Remote classrooms are now the usual way of gaining the skills needed to start a career you’ve always wanted.

However, knowing what to look for in an online college can be challenging. Seek a learning institution with a good reputation to ensure your hard work gets you the education you need and deserve. Here are things to look for as you determine your best options in the best online learning schools.

Know the Benefits

For military spouses interested in remote careers that can grow no matter where in the world a family is based, it makes sense to work with an online training school. Milspouses may be eligible for $4,000 in scholarship funds - in increments up to $2,000 per fiscal year - from the U.S. Department of Defense to take certificate, license, or associate degree programs.

Online learning has many benefits, including:

  • Geographically independent

  • Flexible for better time management

  • Support teams that help students succeed

  • Classes for careers with predicted job growth

But which of the many online training schools is best? Let’s compare MedCerts with other educational institutions.

Consider MedCerts Online Learning Programs

MedCerts provides modernized online training programs that are guided by their 12 elements of eLearning. These tools — starting with matching with a personal education consultant upon your first call — provide a network of support. That’s not the only reason MedCerts is different.

Focus on Milspouse Students

It can make a big difference for military spouses to talk with representatives of an online educational facility who know the concerns that milspouses frequently face. MedCerts offers MyCAA-approved programs, providing a seamless process for using the U.S. government's scholarships.

Data-Driven Approach to Online Learning

No one wants to waste time, especially busy spouses, which is why MedCerts uses a data-driven approach to online learning. As a result, they offer 3D animated demonstrations and interactive skills activities integrated into the classes. These simulated software applications make learning fun and keep you motivated to succeed.

One-on-One Mentorship Support

Mentors with experience are custom-matched with students at MedCerts, creating a truly personalized network of support.

In-Demand Program Training

Healthcare and information technology are two of the fastest-growing industries in the world, with job growth over the next decade predicted by economists. That means no matter where you live, you’ll be able to find a rewarding job you are qualified for.

Partnership Network for Career Opportunities

Students enrolled with MedCerts also benefit from career coaches committed to helping. You’ll work together with experts with connections all over the United States so recent graduates can jumpstart their careers.

Talk with an Advisor

If you have questions, you can schedule an appointment with a personal education consultant with MedCerts today.

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Published on October 20, 2022

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