The Speed of Flexible Learning: Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast

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Everyone with a career in any branch of the United States Armed Forces has likely heard the phrase, “Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.” However, not everyone may realize how this applies to flexible learning.

The phrase has a long-standing history with the military, with its emphasis on moving deliberately yet without a rush. The idea behind the mantra is that when you focus on doing things accurately, you’ll finish more quickly than if you make careless mistakes in haste.

When you take your time to do things the right way, you’ll simply have more success. It’s like the tortoise and the hare parable, where the slow and steady wins the race.

However, military personnel also understand that objectives need to be completed in a timely manner. And that’s where the second part of the phrase comes in. This philosophy underscores the importance of doing tasks correctly, thoughtfully and effectively.

When you’re looking to complete certifications that can benefit you during and after your military career, it helps to extend this military phrase into your academic life. And when it comes to flex learning, “Slow is smooth, smooth is fast” works.

What is Flex Learning?

Sometimes known as “blended learning,” flexible learning is different from the traditional classroom programs that require students to enroll within set timeframes. Instead, this more modern method lets you decide where and when it’s best for you to learn.

Flex learning programs may take place online, through work-study programs, or in hybrid classrooms, depending on the program and the academic institution. This learning style is more personalized as it’s designed to work around your schedule rather than demanding the other way around.

How a Flexible Learning System is Perfect for Military Students

Imagine never having to rush to a class or sit through seemingly endless lectures well after you’ve mastered the material. That’s the heart of “Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.”

Military students benefit from flexible learning systems because they can be intentional and realistic about their academic goals. Classes can be structured around your schedule, meaning you can continue to learn even if you have a permanent change of station.

Plus, flex learning helps you gain skills that you can use in your military profession and when you transition to a civilian career. Planning like this is as smooth as it gets.

Be Smooth With MedCerts

MedCerts, a military-friendly school, offers programs that can be completed faster than many other traditional academic institutions. This saves you time as you get the job done, which is what that saying is all about.

Along with offering training and certifications in some of the most in-demand industries, MedCerts is an approved provider of the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard Credentialing Assistance Programs. It’s possible to receive a low-cost education that’s also highly valuable. Talk to an expert today to learn more about how flex learning can be the smoothest and most effective means of advancing your career.

The Department of Defense is not affiliated with MedCerts and does not endorse our services.

Written by

Mickey Gamoral

Military Education Consultant

Mickey is a Platoon Leader for the Nevada Army National Guard and has been serving since September 2019. He joined the Army in an act of “now or never” as he neared his 30th birthday and had always dreamed of serving. Mickey is also an ASVAB coach and uses his education background to assist other soldiers through Gamonal Tutors.

He earned his bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and spent two and a half years in Morocco with the United States Peace Corps. He joined MedCerts in January 2020 and uses his combined Army and education experience to help soldiers take advantage of their Army Credentialing Assistance funding to pursue career training.

Mickey lives in Las Vegas, NV with his wife Sheena, who he considers his “rock”, and enjoys teaching snowboarding in his free time. He also has completed MedCerts Project Management program and hosts the ASVAB Domination podcast.

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