How well informed are your subordinates on furthering their education?

SFC Ronnie Seaton Jr — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 12:41:22 -0400

I asked the education question to some section supervisors last week and got the dear in the headlights look in return. The question I asked was " Have you started on any college of education to better yourself ?"
I started to give directions to our local education center and what needs to be accomplished once they arrive. I felt like I need to hold a Company formation to get this out to the masses.
1. Correspondence Courses
2. CLEP exams
3. Online College Courses
4. Traditional College Courses
5. ASVAB improvement
6. Online tutoring at armyonesourxe.com
7. Career evaluation by your college towards degree program credits
If you have more tips to add to the discussion, I welcome them. This is not an argument platform.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 23 at 2015 8:19 PM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 20:19:08 -0400

Agreed, SFC Ronnie Seaton Jr. Inform the troops of the opportunities, point them towards the ed center, and off they should go. Part of the problem, in my opinion, has nothing to do with not knowing the opportunities exist ... and everything to do with apathy. I saw it when I was in. Some valued higher education and sought out the opportunities; others did not. I suspect it's still the same story.

I also recognize that some assignments are more education friendly than others. When I was in the 82nd, it was tough to get out of field exercises to go to school. In fact, it was frowned upon - believe it or not - by many. Later, though, when I was at strategic counterintelligence assignments, college was highly encouraged by everyone, even peers. There was a definite cultural difference between the two branches as regards higher ed. I saw it first hand.

Still, putting the word out - again and again - is a great idea. Then it's up to the individual to decide for him- or herself.

Response by CSM Michael J. Uhlig made Mar 23 at 2015 8:49 PM

CSM Michael J. Uhlig — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 20:49:47 -0400

Great subject SFC Ronnie Seaton Jr! Once the Service Member invests in themselves, they typically do not experience much misconduct. Additionally, the experience (and knowledge) learned will help them become more of a critical thinker which improves the performance of the unit.

Response by CPT Aaron Kletzing made Mar 24 at 2015 8:32 AM

CPT Aaron Kletzing — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 08:32:30 -0400

This is an excellent thread on a critical topic for leaders to understand. Thanks for starting it!

Response by SFC Charles S. made Mar 24 at 2015 1:43 PM

SFC Charles S. — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 13:43:54 -0400

This is an awesome topic. While I was on active duty I took full advantage of the Education Centers and all of the education I could get my hands on. During the last 3 years of my Service I was able to complete 3 degrees within 22 Months. My son is currently on active duty and was Stationed in Korea and Japan for 3 years. When he was home I asked him how much college he had racked up and he said NONE... I thought it was because he was lazy until he said, it wasn't a big thing there and that nobody were really promoting it. Even the Education centers didn't promote going to school. Not saying that they did or didn't because each soldier has a different take on things as they occur in life. BUT, We need to reiterate to the current Soldiers the importance of Education and their lives once they leave service. had it not been for my Education I would not be as prepared or capable to enter the Civilian Job market. I am still in my first job after leaving service and it has become my second career. All of this due to my education while in service.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 24 at 2015 3:09 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 15:09:15 -0400

Here at Hood they also offer "leadership" courses. From 12-1600. A lot of people don't know that. If anyone here on hood needs info inbox me your email.

Response by SGT Michael Schmiesing made Mar 24 at 2018 8:28 PM

SGT Michael Schmiesing — Sat, 24 Mar 2018 20:28:56 -0400

Once a quarter I added a education questions to the report. I made requet that thy did at least one educational ad