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Q: What type of jobs can I land with an associate degree in criminal justice?
I do not have any military or police service, just an associate degree in criminal justice. What jobs could I land with this degree? Thanks.

A: A degree will prepare you for criminal justice careers in the following areas: Local law enforcement: Park police County police Juvenile Justice Centers Sheriff Department State law enforcement: Crime labs State Crime Commissions Court System Attorney General Offices Narcotics Bureaus Liquor Control Boards State Police Federal law enforcement: Department of Defense Department of Homeland Security Federal Bureau of Investigation Department of Transportation Federal Trade Commission Veterans Affairs Customs Agency Immigration and Naturalization Service Food and Drug Administration Office of the Inspector General Private sector law enforcement: Insurance companies Private detectives Safety officers Security patrol officers

Q: How hard is it to get a job with a paralegal studies associate degree once you graduate ?
because i dont want to go go for many years in college . I was thinking about going for a associate degree in administrative assistant but the salaries that they offer do not look too good ....So how much does a paralegal with a associate degree get paid ? and how hard is it to get a job once you graduate with a associate degree ?that is what im worried about

A: They care more about paralegal certificates. Initially the bigger firms will want a 4 year degree plus a paralegal certificate from an ABA approved program. The first can be avoided through gaining experience, but usually not the second. Paralegal jobs are more plentiful right now because the firms are giving more associate work to paralegals to cut costs. It does make the job much more demanding however. Overall money will vary greatly based on location. I have a 4 year degree but no paralegal certificate. I am currently an evening law student so that might have filled in the gaps. I work as a jr. paralegal at a litigation boutique in Texas and make 45 plus benefits and bonuses. But it all depends on where you live.

Q: What can you do with this degree as in job wise -Associate of Science in Nursing?
Do you already have to be a licensed nurse or is this a step to becoming a nurse? I am currently taking a classes to get my Associate degree in Medical Transcription. I do not know much about this degree. I have contacted my acedemic advisor and have yet to hear back. Thanks so much for your help in advance.

A: In the US, to be a Registered Nurse over 50% of the schools are associates programs, and most award an Associate of Science or an Associate of Applied Science Degree. This is all you need to take the NCLEX-RN licensure exam and work as an RN. Most of the RNs in the US have an associates degree, and whether it is an AS or an AA or an AAS will have no affect on your ability to work in most hospitals in, at least the entry level RN positions. Some, but not all, hospitals and health care facilities, require an Bachelor of Science in Nursing to move into supervisory or administrative positions. In general a new graduate in an entry level hospital position will make the same base salary regardless of the degree, however, some facilities will pay a bonus or differential for RNs with the BSN which averages $2500-$3500 per year. RNs are encouraged to work towards their BSN once they have finished their associates degree, as it opens some career paths which are not open to associate degree nurses, but is not required, and many RNs work their entire careers and make over $60,000 per year with the associates degree. To get the BSN is usually a matter of taking a BSN completion course, and many universities offer these partially, mostly or completely online, as you have already completed the clinical education. Once you have the BSN you have further opportunities, such as taking a masters in nursing/health care administration, nursing (computer informatics), or becoming an advanced practice nurse. Advanced practice nurses require a graduate school degree also such as a masters degree to be a nurse anesthetist, midwife or clinical nurse specialist, or a masters or Docor of Nurse Practice degree to be a nurse practitioner. The ASN is a good choice for a career or a good step towards a future career goal, but you can have a fine career with the ASN alone.

Q: Would it be good to get an associate degree in science and nursing?
I am currently going to school to get my associates degree in nursing, but I am also only a two classes away from getting my associate degree in science....would it be helpful to get both degrees?

A: It would not hurt, and depending on the direction your career takes, it can only help. If you're only two classes away, I say, take those classes, absolutely.

Q: how to get my associate degree in human resourced assistant?
Hi I want to get my associate degree in human resource assistant but, i cant find it that what college is having this degree. They told to choose something in business management and it is not H/R assistant i don't know how am i get my associate degree in H/R resource please help me if anyone knows. Thanks.

A: You can't get an associates degree in HR, you have to get a degree in business management and take up a concentration in HR.

Q: What exactly is the point of an associate degree?
I'm somewhat curious of the entire thing, many times (such as my Jr College) the classes REQUIRED for an associate degree, DONT transfer into a 4 year university, or not all of them do. When I end up getting my AS, I'll end up having to probably go though another 3-4 years to get my BS in Computer Science. Associate degrees aren't required to start a bachelors program...so what’s the dilio?

A: It will still get you more money than a hs diploma.

Q: What are the best paying jobs you can get with an associate degree?
I recently got out of the military and i want to get an associate degree, i want a high paying job, what field should i get into?

A: Two year medical tech programs... RT, NMT, NUR, PTA, etc. Excellent income for a two-year degree.

Q: I have an associate degree in microcomputers. Is this adequate to begin a bachelor in accounting?
I am interested in obtaining a bachelor's degree in accounting. I had several general education courses and some accounting courses while earning my associate in microcomputers. I am wondering if I have to start over and earn an associate in accounting first, as I am starting a new field of study.

A: you will probably be able to earn a bachelor's degree in accounting in 2-3 years if most of your credits transfer....that depends on what school you go to. Some school won't transfer certain credits. You should ask the school you are planning on going to if they accept the credits from your previous school.

Q: How can i get my associate degree?
what are some steps i need in order to get my associate degree? i dont have a high school diploma or a ged im having a full time job, what should i do?

A: You need to finish high school first. You can do that either through a GED program or through homeschooling. If you contact job agencies or your local community college, they should know something about GED programs. If you'd rather go the teach-yourself-at-home or online correspondence school route, ask about it in the homeschool section of Yahoo Answers and they will give you plenty of suggestions. In any case, you'll have to work hard, but you should be able to find a course schedule that works around your full-time work schedule. After you've graduated high school or gotten your GED, you will need to enroll in a two-year community college to get your associate degree. Again, you should be able to plan classes around your work schedule, but it might take you a little longer than two years to complete. Once you've been accepted to the community college, plan a session with a college counselor to figure out what classes you need and how to fit them into your schedule. It will take some time and effort, but you can do it! Good luck!

Q: Is an associate degree enough to be a web designer?
I am thinking of getting a degree in web design from an online school but I'm not sure if I should get an associate's or bachelor's. I really don't want to go to school for four years but I want to be able to get a job that pays really well when I am done. Please don't tell me not to go into web design or suggest other careers. I am only looking for a straight answer to my question. Thanks!

A: Given today's economy, I would say get the Associate Degree, and then look for a job. If you get the job quickly, great, BUT continue on to get your Bachelor's Degree. When I did the hiring (I'm retired), I would do the first cut on a pile of resumes and throw away any that didn't have some kind of degree. Then if I still had too many, I would throw away the Associates Degrees. So, yes go for an Associates Degree, and continue in school to get your Bachelor's while you are looking for a job. There are as many as 10 to 20 resumes received for every computer job opening these days, so anything that you can do that will show that you have what it takes is a good thing. BTW, most on-line degrees aren't worth the paper they are printed on, so go with a reputable and accredited university that also has a real campus...

Q: Should I get an associate degree in audio engineering or a dilpoma certificate?
I'm currently going to my local community college for an audio recording degree and I'm not to happy with it. There are too many students in one class and its hard for the teacher to help you one on one. I decided that I wanted to try another school and the top schools such as Full Sail cost to much so I came across another school where you actucally learn everything in a real studio. The price is very reasonable and the course usually last about six months. They say that most of the classes and sessions are just with you, the instructor and the artist. Everything sounds good but the only problem is that I'm wondering will it be better for a job if I went there and got actual studio training with a certificate or if I stayed at this college and got an associate's degree. If I stay here, I have about a year and a couple of months left.....

A: full sail is a rip off and i know of someone who went there and couldnt get a job afterwards cause the place he applied to said that full sail is not a credible "university" but you should stay at your college and get the degree, and then after that go get that certificate and actual studio training. but thats just my opinon

Q: should i get a fire science associate degree or a fire science certificate in college?
Would a fire science certificate get me the job or associate degree is better.

A: A firefighting certificate is usually only the firefighting classes. The associates degree are all those firefighting classes plus English, math, science and cultural classes. A fire department will give higher marks to an Associates degree than a certificate. If you have an associates degree and you decide to further your education in the future, you will be that much closer to a bachelor's degree. You will need that to be a fire officer in alot of cities