How are people getting done so fast?

[mmgr042]

There is absolutely nothing wrong with you!  You need to go at your own pace.  For some, they have a ton of time and limited responsibility, so that can help.  Or they have a ton of support from their family, who pick up some slack.

I tried a competency-based program a while back.  I learned that I need a MUCH slower pace.  I work full-time and have very little help from anyone.  I still have to take care of all of the appointments and activities for my kid and my dog.  I am also the only one to cook dinner, pay bills, and do laundry.  It's like pulling teeth to get anyone to do the simplest chores.  I am also trying to manage a health condition.  With all that in mind, I switched to a program with ten-week sessions.  The content is spread out over a more extended period of time, so it gives me more time throughout the week.  It also helps that I am in no hurry to get it done.  I took 5 courses last year, but now I am slowing down to two courses a year - going every other term.  If I find myself with more time, I might add more.

So, not everyone is going fast.  It's definitely admirable and do-able with the right set of circumstances.  You just gotta do what works best for you and enjoy the ride. 

CBE is definitely not for everyone! I tried 2 master's programs at WGU and just hated the format. And I have 2 bachelor's degrees from UMPI and an MBA from Amberton which isn't a CBE program so I thought I would be really comfy with WGU. Nope. Couldn't stand it. So I know where you're coming from. I'm actually looking for a 8-10 week program to do my second master's. Unless UMPI comes out with a master's I want, I don't think CBE from elsewhere is my thing anymore.

Which 8-10 week program are you doing your second master’s?

[ss20ts]

Which 8-10 week program are you doing your second master’s?

My second master's is the MA in Professional Development from Amberton University. Their terms are 10 weeks long. They have 4 terms every year with at least 2 weeks breaks between terms.

[Samhain408]

I finished 10 classes in 3 weeks but you can't base your pace on mine or others like me. I had time off of work so I focused on my classes like my full time job. I spent 5-8 hours a day 5 days a week on my courses to complete them in 3 weeks. Also you should make sure you do all your GEC at Sophia or Study.com. Make sure to get your amount of classes needed to as low as possible. I only needed 7 for my degree with 3minors but needed 3 more for residency. At the end of the day if it takes you two or 3 sessions who cares you'll still have a bachelor's degree in less than a year as opposed to 4 years.

[ashkir]

Remember what the program is called YOURPace . This is about your journey and your progress. While someone may have a ton of competency experience and can speed through it. Disregard their speed. Look at your journey and competencies. There may be subjects you can breeze through, others you may need to slow down on. You know what? That's okay, because it is your journey.