{"id":18628,"date":"2022-08-04T16:27:05","date_gmt":"2022-08-04T20:27:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.elearninginside.com\/?p=18628"},"modified":"2022-08-04T16:27:05","modified_gmt":"2022-08-04T20:27:05","slug":"continuing-education-units-students-go-digital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.elearninginside.com\/continuing-education-units-students-go-digital\/","title":{"rendered":"Continuing Education Units: Students Go Digital"},"content":{"rendered":"

Given the fact that increasing numbers of people are able to complete everything from grocery shopping to work meetings online<\/a>, it\u2019s no surprise that CEUs (Continuing Education Units) are also available in virtual form. Online classes have been a thing for years, but CEUs tend to be more specialized.<\/p>\n

They may not count towards the credits you\u2019d need for a degree, but they can be just as valuable in terms of getting your dream job or salary. Even if you\u2019re just taking a CEU because you want to explore a subject more in-depth, that could translate to concrete benefits for a future career.<\/p>\n

In some fields, CEUs are mandatory in order to maintain a license or certification. For example, nurses and other medical professionals have to keep up with current medical research and breakthroughs, even if they got their degrees 30 years ago. They can use services like Nursing Central to bring them the information they need, which helps them to provide top-of-the-line care for their patients. They also have to prove that their medical knowledge is up-to-date by completing approved nursing CEUs<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Reasons why people take CEU courses at home<\/h2>\n

In a nutshell, the main motivation is convenience. However, that isn\u2019t the only reason why people are opting for online CEUs. Let\u2019s take a closer look at the details:<\/p>\n

Budgetary reasons<\/strong> \u2013 Whether you\u2019re taking a CEU or a regular college-level class, the online versions are often less expensive than typical classroom courses. The tuition is usually the same, but you\u2019ll definitely save money on travel expenses.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no need to travel<\/strong> \u2013 You might live in a town where the CEU options are limited, or you could have your heart set on a course that\u2019s offered from across the globe. Whatever the case, an online CEU means you don\u2019t have to worry about how you\u2019d access the course.<\/p>\n

You have other commitments<\/strong> \u2013 Attending class in a classroom is a lot more hassle than attending an online course. If all you have to do is park yourself in front of your computer for a set amount of time, you\u2019ll probably find it a lot easier to squeeze a CEU into an already busy schedule.<\/p>\n

You have an inflexible work schedule<\/strong> \u2013 Sure, night classes are a thing, but they aren\u2019t common enough to rely on when you\u2019re looking for the CEU you need. Since online CEUs let you listen to lectures and submit assignments at any time of day or night, this means that a tight work schedule won\u2019t get in the way of continuing education.<\/p>\n

Why do people take CEU courses in the first place?<\/h2>\n

Some jobs (such as nurses, doctors, or lawyers) require continuing education in order to maintain their licenses, but not everyone takes these courses because they have to. Some people take them for personal reasons. For instance, an advanced certification (which could be earned through a CEU) can increase lifetime earnings by up to 35% compared to just having a bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n

CEUs can also be a way to prove that you\u2019re dedicated to your job. If employees want to make themselves seem more valuable to their bosses, a continuing education course can help do the trick. The same principle applies to anyone who\u2019s looking for a job. The more qualified you are for a position, the more likely you are to get hired.<\/p>\n

Differences between online and in-person CEUs<\/h2>\n

Taking a class online may be more convenient, but it also comes with its own challenges compared to traditional classes. Here\u2019s how they stack up:<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll have to concentrate more<\/strong> \u2013 If you\u2019re in a classroom, the most interesting thing in the room will (hopefully) be the professor. If you\u2019re taking an online course, however, you could have more distractions than you can shake a stick at. There could be emails, texts, phone calls, kids, or co-workers. It\u2019s certainly possible to remove yourself from all these distractions; it\u2019ll just take more discipline than you might expect.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll have to be more proactive<\/strong> \u2013 Depending on the course you\u2019re taking, you might not have too much competition for the professor\u2019s attention in the classroom. In a CEU, on the other hand, you could be one of the hundreds of students \u2013 and you have to do more than raise your hand if you have a question. If you run into a roadblock, you\u2019ll have to make sure that you contact someone directly.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need better time-management skills<\/strong> \u2013 In-person classes may be less convenient, but they\u2019re also harder to procrastinate on. You can take online CEUs when it suits you, but if you chronically delay assignments, you might end up in trouble if you leave everything until the last minute. If you\u2019re going to take a CEU online, make sure you\u2019re structured enough to get everything done on time.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need a certain amount of technical knowledge<\/strong> \u2013 This probably won\u2019t be an issue for younger generations, but remember that CEUs are often taken by those who\u2019ve already spent a decade or two in the workforce; they might not be that well acquainted with today\u2019s technology. You\u2019ll be navigating the platform where the CEU is made available, plus you could be using tools like Skype, Zoom, Adobe Acrobat, or Microsoft Word. You\u2019ll also need decent WiFi and a reliable computer.<\/p>\n

You\u2019d benefit from having good writing skills<\/strong> \u2013 This isn\u2019t just about crafting well-written papers, although it wouldn\u2019t hurt. It\u2019s about being able to communicate with people you can\u2019t see face-to-face. If you want to participate in discussions or explain what you need help with, you\u2019ll need to be able to express yourself via the written word.<\/p>\n

The Benefits of going digital<\/h2>\n

No matter what your reason happens to be for taking a CEU, you might benefit from doing it online. It\u2019s more convenient, and it\u2019s often more cost-effective. Millions of people in the US take CEUs each year, and growing numbers of people are choosing to complete the courses online. If you think it would be a good fit for you, maybe it\u2019s time to give it a try yourself.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Given the fact that increasing numbers of people are able to complete everything from grocery shopping to work meetings online, it\u2019s no surprise that CEUs (Continuing Education Units) are also available in virtual form. Online classes have been a thing for years, but CEUs tend to be more specialized. 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