Message #62084

[laurafmcdermott]

Hi Puffin:  Congrats on your decision!  I am currently enrolled in an online degree program, but it is through a local college.  I'm really not sure how degrees from U of Phoenix and the like are regarded in the business world, that would be something to check on before you spend the money, as well as how the credits from that institution transfer to other institutions.

I spend anywhere from 10 to 20 hours per week for classwork, for one class per semester, depending on the type of class and how intense it is.  You really need to be dedicated to doing the work, as well as keeping up with the reading, to be successful with this type of format.  My courses have really helped me in my job, I am working on a bachelors in health care administration and have recently working in a long term care (nursing home) facility and am currently in a company that coordinates care for medicaid recipients.

I'm quite happy that I went this route, I got my associates degree going to school nights but this way is more friendly to my current family situation.  Good luck and I'd be happy to answer any other questions!