Well as everyone can see by my sig I have failed quite a few exams and passed me. Based on what I have passed and failed what would you suggest I take next? As far as which field I am looking into I honestly am still debating, I really want to try to pass every single clep and dante, even if those credits don't get excepted, I guess it's a personal goal which I know I won't complete due to math being my downfall.

So, any suggestions or advice? I ususally spend two weeks in subjects I have issues with and one week with subjects that come easy to study.

What are the 6 online course requirements not available through CLEP/DSST for the Gen Business Degree from TESC?

I took my very last clep test tonight (financial accounting) seems funny to have no more CLEPs I can take. Left to go Penn Foster Managerial Accounting, DSST Statistics, and TECEP Business Policy. Then finished.

I was just curious to hear how everyone here memorizes information, be in facts, logic, information, general knowledge...ect....

Hello Everybody,

This is my first post, and honestly guess I just need a kick in the behind, or some support...Am working on LPN to RN, scheduled to test for Intro Sociology next Fri...

I have a ways to go in pre-reqs, have passed 3 psychologies, and am really struggling w/Sociology...I have taken the Peterson's practice test, studied TCN guide, and also Instacert. I guess maybe just test anxiety.

Anyways, just need a little prayer and hope I can pass this exam, then plan to start some actual Nsg. material, and leave the pre-reqs alone for a while.

I read a lot of the posts and you guys are just great. Thanks for all you write.

Barbara

Just failed my first one… Any suggestions for a replacement test? I hate math and though college math would be an easy one. I studied for two weeks which obviously was not enough…

I was thinking about statistic or business math. Which one is easier for a math phobic?

Thanks,

Jeff

First off, Hello Everyone!

This is my first post here. I found this site about 2 days ago and haven't been able to log off of it since! For the past couple of months I have been trying to decide the best path for my situation and overlooked anything with CLEP/DANTES..etc in the title (ignorance!) .. I am 22, I have no college experience but I do want to be a Lawyer, I am currently working as a Paralegal so I was looking for fastest way to complete an accredited degree. So I think Excelsior is my best bet!

My question is this, what CLEP/DANTES test do I need to go ahead and study/take for my core credits that will transfer to Excelsior? I would like to take Excelsiors B.A. degree. I'm sure plenty on here have taken this degree and would know the answer to this. Thanks so much in advance for your replies and I am looking forward to being another success story on here!

As some of you know, I only need about 15 or so credits to actually graduate. I planned on taking the Penn Foster Electronic Instrumentation and Control but when I called to find out about the course, they said they don't offer it anymore. After further discussion, I recieved the number to Tom Hunt X4104 and he said that the course is still there but I have to complete 9 sessions of it @ $42/session or $378 worth. Since I'm in the Navy and deploying soon, do you think I should stick with Penn Foster or just get the credits via TESC? I'm probably going to be out of duty here for another month or so. Any suggestions?

Okay, this is just whining so don't take me too seriously.

I've scheduled my Biology CLEP for next Tuesday. I've been studying for ten days, some days ALL day. I'm doing okay on the practice tests. I have mapped out the areas left to study and have a rough goal of what I need to cover each day.

I just...........I don't know........feel like goofing off and I'm having trouble keeping myself on track. I'm very adept at procrastinating. I don't WANT to study anymore!!!! And I'm getting tired and kind of discouraged, because the next five months are going to be like this till I finish my degree. I'm trying to take it one day at a time but some days I feel much more grumpy and worn out than others, and this is one of them. Bah humbug. (Of course, I did teach piano lessons all day and didn't start studying till about 9:00 p.m. when I was already tired, so I suppose that could account for my mood......ya think? )

Anyway, if you have nothing else to do, a little e-pat on the head (or maybe an e-boot elsewhere ) would maybe cheer me up a little. And somebody tell me this exam isn't as terrible as everyone makes it sound!

For those of you who don't know, I work as an IT Security Consultant for a major company that does Security Solutions for Banking Environments.

Recently, there was some downtime expected, so I decided to pursue my degree.

However, we just lost another consultant, and some new opportunities have come my way.

This will be a speed bump for my college education, but an acceleration in my Ethical Hacking pursuits.

I've decided to continue with my IT courses (Systems Analysis, Programming, Database Management, etc) and augment them with more certifications (Linux+, Certified Ethical Hacker, CISSP)

Like I had mentioned before, I want to save my business courses for last, as they will be good foundational prerequisites for my MBA.

I'm also considering an MS in Computer Forensics since it would fall directly in line with my current career.

As a Security Consultant moving to the next level, there are a lot of upcoming perks. World Travel, Protecting Bank Firms, Black Hat Conferences, Working directly with CIOs, six figures. It is something I can see myself doing for a while.

The MBA is still a strong goal, but the opportunities that present themselves have to be taken advantage of first.

I work for a good company and a fantastic supervisor, and I'm finally able to do what I've really wanted to do for some time, get paid to do what I love.

FWIW, I'm extremely happy with my decision. This month I've already made 2 major decisions. 1 is to continue my pursuits as an Ethical Hacker, and 2 is to turn down working at Mission Control for NASA. Next major decision is if I lay down $8000 for my extended warranty (have to decide by Monday).

My advice to anyone who has always thought about a degree, follow your dreams, even if speed bumps come along the way.