Creating a strong plan for your personal educational journey

A strong plan for going back to school will help you develop and stick to your goals, maintain focus, and spend your time and money wisely. Here are seven steps you can take towards setting your education goals:

  1. Step 1: Assess your background, skills and talents.

  2. Step 2: Determine which careers match your strengths and goals

  3. Step 3: Research the qualifications, education, licenses, and/or certificates your desired field requires

  4. Step 4: Research any job barriers you may face because of your arrest or conviction history

  5. Step 5: Set yourself up for stability and success by planning for practical needs

  6. Step 6: Get assessed to determine your educational and learning needs

  7. Step 7: Collect identification documents and other records required for attending school