In an effort to ensure their job security, many college students are choosing to enroll in degree programs that will lead them into high-demand fields. While these courses of study can undoubtedly help these individuals develop a professional plan, some of them may wish to begin their careers before they graduate.
Fortunately, there are many web-based options that can allow degree seekers to complete their coursework and hold a full-time job simultaneously. These offerings have grown increasingly popular among members of some fast-growing fields, such as nursing.
Registered nurses (RNs) like Cheryl Killoran of Worcester, Massachusetts have chosen to pursue a master's degree over the internet, the Boston Globe reports. Killoran, who aspires to become a nurse educator, completed a graduate program through a combination of online and hybrid courses.
RNs who hold master's degrees may be eligible for advanced practice nursing positions, such as clinical nurse specialist, nurse anesthetist, nurse-midwife or nurse practitioner, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
