I myself like the online classes. I can relax at home, dress how I want to drink coffee, smoke during class if I want to. No Rules to go by but to do what is required by the class at hand.
This is my 4th term here at Kaplan University, I have noticed that in the 6 of the 8 classes that I have been in so far that I have been the only male in the classes. I think that if I was in a class room environment I would fill out of place and all. I know that it is only a mind thing but that would bug me for sure. But online I'm fine with it.
I also believe that we learn something new everyday or we get a better understanding on something we were not sure about. An example of this is this blog thing. I know that we all have made new friends in all of the classes to.
A little about myself. I retired from the Army in 1995 as a staff Sergeant (E-6) I was in the Army from Aug. 1977 - Jun. 1995, I was a volunteer Fire Fighter/ First Responder from 1992 - 1997, I was a mover for 2 years, then in 1997 - 2005 I was an over the road truck drive, 2005 - 2007 I drove a truck local. Till I messed up the rotor cuff and had it repaired and now I'm Looking for a full time job. I do have a job but it is only seasonal plowing snow for the state.
I started going for my associates degree in Medical assisting in Jun. 2009. I hope to have it completed by Jun 2011 and be working in the medical field full time.
I hope that this blog is what I was to do it on and everything. See you all in class have a great week and great learning to.
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I was just about to comment that you seemed to be the only male in class because I noticed it too. If you was in a traditional class, you would be a lucky man, and then again, maybe you wouldn't. LOL.
ReplyDeleteI hear you on the job situation. It seems to be a problem everywhere. I have applied from everything to flipping burgers to manager positions. I've even gone as far as to tell them I would work below minimum wage. It's getting to be ridiculous finding anything. Sometimes I wonder if I'm just too old or have too much experience or that places just aren't hiring right now. I've thought about filling out applications stating that I've never had a job and see where it gets me, but I haven't tried that one yet. My daughters can get a job right away. I just don't get it. Things that make you go 'Hmmmmm....'
I am also in my 4th term working on my AAS in medical assisting, which I started in June of '09. I have already submitted my application for possible sites to do my first part of clinical, but haven't heard back on that. I hope it's a pediatric or family practice office. I wouldn't even mind an urgent care facility. The sooner they let me know where, the sooner I can begin all my requirements (CPR certification, physical, TB and titer test).
Evelyn Jeffcoat said,
ReplyDeleteI really undrstand you point of view regarding only male in the class. I know it might be different for you. Well, I just wanted to say good luck to you and you will find that job you want. I am in the same boat tring to find another job.
mikki and evelyn, to tell you the truth it dont bother me online, but it can be fun and all no matter what. See ya in class
ReplyDeleteI too enjoy going to seminar in my jammmies or if my hair looks like hell it doesn't bother me. I love the alon etim eI get with class because kids and hubby rarely bother me! And my gulty pleasure is that when I take class its in a room not connected to the home and I open all the windows and smoke too. Way bad I know but a gulity little pleasure!!
ReplyDeleteJen, That is what is fun about doing the classes on line and all. See you in class wenesday. Hope that you have had a great week and all.
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