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Now more than ever, earning this degree…","datePublished":"2022-02-05","dateModified":"2022-02-23","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/author\/mfurlong\/#Person","name":"Madelyn Furlong","url":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/author\/mfurlong\/","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/3b7518a272ab0f390833cb2bf8956e79?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/3b7518a272ab0f390833cb2bf8956e79?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Faulkner University","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Official-Horizontal-480x128.png","url":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Official-Horizontal-480x128.png","width":480,"height":128}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Student-looking-at-laptop-and-participating-in-online-class.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Student-looking-at-laptop-and-participating-in-online-class.jpg","height":600,"width":900},"url":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/news\/when-to-consider-an-online-associate-degree\/","about":["News","Online"],"wordCount":499,"articleBody":"Enrolling in an associate degree program is often a sensible next step for high school graduates, professionals who are seeking a change of pace, or others who want to begin a new career. Now more than ever, earning this degree online has become widely available, especially right here at Faulkner University. Here, we provide a few reasons why you shouldn\u2019t delay starting an online associate degree.You Want a Better FutureThe path to increased wages, better job stability, and additional higher education can begin with an online associate degree. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge to become entry-level professionals in a wide variety of fields. Plus, an associate degree is also a great alternative for students who do not want to spend four or more years earning a bachelor\u2019s degree.At Faulkner University, we\u2019re proud to offer two online associate degree programs that help students pave the way toward a brighter future. They include:Associate of Arts or Science in Liberal ArtsThis program emphasizes the importance of a liberal arts education for the workplace and helps students understand the bigger picture and develop the following skills:Critical thinking and problem solvingWorking on a team with varied perspectivesAdaptability in decision makingMath, science, and business fundamentalsChristian literacyComputer programmingCourse subject matter includes cultural heritage, psychology, ethics, English literature, and more. They all aim to give students a critical sense and awareness of how the following factors affect how organizations run:Social locationRaceGenderAgeEthnicityEducationClassAssociate of Science in Computer Information ScienceThis program introduces students to the world of computer information science (CIS), with the curriculum covering areas including:Foundations of software, networks, programming, and databasesSolving problems related to all aspects of CISInformation and communication literacyVisual programming, analysis, and software designChristian and cultural heritage literacyStudents can also continue their studies by transferring to our bachelor\u2019s degree program in CIS.Online Classes Make Learning Easier Than Ever BeforeFor some students, committing time to attend class on campus every day simply isn\u2019t feasible. Others may prefer online courses since they allow students flexibility to learn in a way that suits them. Whatever the case, students pursuing an online associate degree at Faulkner University benefit in many ways, including:Learning from wherever is the best location for youAvoiding the hassle of having to drive or use public transportation to get to campusBecoming qualified to start working faster than other educational tracksDeveloping discipline and time-management skills as a self-starterReceiving a personalized education deeply rooted in the Christian traditionTake the First Step Toward an Online Associate DegreeIf you identify with any of the points covered above, an online associate degree might be the right fit for you. At Faulkner University, we believe there\u2019s no time like the present to begin your journey in higher education and start building a new career path. Contact us today for more information about our online programs, which serve students in Montgomery, Alabama, and across the United States."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"News","item":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"When to Consider an Online Associate Degree","item":"https:\/\/www.faulkner.edu\/news\/when-to-consider-an-online-associate-degree\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]