Should You Get a Master's Degree? | Kathleen Jasper
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- Опубликовано: 11 янв 2022
- In this video, I answer a few of your questions regarding whether or not you should pursue a master's degree. I answer:
1. How long does it take to get a masters degree?
2. How much does a master's degree cost?
3. What programs have the best return on investment (ROI)?
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I'm on disability, and there isn't much hope of getting a whole lot better. So I took the time in my thirties to get a BA in History, now I have finished my MA in history. People think you should only go to school for the money, but my paw had an MA and didn't always get to work in his degree field. He was a chaplain for our state hospital program here before he fell ill, and I had to take care of him. Getting a degree can enrich your life even if you don't immediately get in where ya want. I was able to get a master's and only spend 40k in total between the under graduate and graduate schools. I was able to get a grant or two, and I had a scholarship for my first two years. It's too much work for a certain types, but you'll never get there if you don't try.
That's a remarkable journey you've had, pursuing your passion for history despite facing challenges. Your dedication to education and the enrichment it brings to your life is truly inspiring. It's a testament to the value of pursuing knowledge for personal growth, even when immediate career prospects might be uncertain. Congratulations on earning your MA in History, and thank you for sharing your story of resilience and determination.
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
I have been waiting for this topic.
Thanks
Awesome. Thanks for watching :)
I swear RUclips reads my mind. I have been interested in getting my Master's in Guidance Counseling. Thank you for your insight.
Awesome. That master's is a good one too because you can get a job as a school counselor, which pays a little more than teaching. However, be sure you pick an affordable program and go after as many grants and financial help (NOT LOANS!) as you can. Thanks for watching.
Hi Kathleen! I think we would really benefit from a video about managing time when achieving a masters degree while also teaching full-time. I just started my master's, and as I feared, the writing assignments are taking me twice as long to complete as the counselors have told me they should. I'm very anxious that I won't be able to handle this.
We will add that to our filming list. Stay tuned! 🙂
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
Thank you for your guidance. This video helped me a lot since I am trying to decide which line to choose for my masters degree.
Awesome. i am so glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching.
Thank you. I recently started the program and like you said it’s time consuming as I am a mom and I am currently a teacher. Hopefully I learn to manage the time and work it all out eventually with school starting now!!
You're welcome! Balancing motherhood, work, and education is challenging but admirable. Time management and self-care are key. Set clear goals, establish schedules, and find a routine that works for you. Best of luck in your studies and teaching career!
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
Thank you this so helpful for us who are crossroads about getting a Masters. Kathleen you are a blessing 😘
Yes she is a blessing 🥰
It's my pleasure. Thank you for watching and commenting.
I have been contemplating over this topic for the last couple of weeks! I know I want a masters degree I just don't know which route to go! I recently graduated with a bachelors in Early Childhood and Special Education. My initial plan was to work with families in Early Intervention (I'm a parent of a Deaf child and see the need for parents to have support) but during my student teaching practice I realized, I LOVE working with kids! So I decided to start working in the classroom. Before becoming a teacher my passion was to educate myself so that I could give my daughter a good life. I thought for sure I would get a masters in Deaf Education. But now im not so sure. I am looking into Bilingual Education (different university but offers certification option), Deaf Education (in another state that includes instruction in ASL) or Special Education (same university and offers scholarship and classes in person). My heart is so indecisive! I enjoyed teaching students in English and Spanish. But I also enjoyed teaching deaf kids in ASL! I wish there was a school where I could do it all. One day!!
It is so nice to hear someone talk about their work with such passion. If you are passionate about something, then that can be your ROI. But just be careful you don't go into debt for a degree that will not pay for itself. However, someday, you may want to open your own center for students and having that degree will help you. The sky is the limit, but don't spend too much. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for your advice
You're welcome. Thanks for watching our video!🙂
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
Thank you for the eye contact with the camera! Some channels I watch don't do this and, I don't know why but, I appreciate that.
We appreciate your feedback. Thanks so much 🙂
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
This video was really helpful. I graduate this spring with my bachelors in general studies. I plan to get my masters in sports administration & become a graduate assistant at the school I’m at. I still want to teach & coach so after I get my masters I plan to get my alt certification so I can become a teacher/coach. My end goal is to be an athletic director at a high school
Athletic Director is a GREAT job. It is a demanding job. But if you have lots of energy and love running athletic programs, it is a great career. My best friend was an AD and he never stopped. But he loved it.
Good advice! I got my associate and bachelor's degrees in history. I got into a graduate program at GCU. I def been thinking about the return in ROI. I can do teaching, but teaching salaries in TN is around $21,000. I am still divided on which is more useful a master's in public administration or continue with history because where I live most places like historic sites and museums do not offer much in jobs except for teaching. I am divided right now.
Congratulations on earning your associate and bachelor's degrees in history! It's great that you're considering further education at GCU. The decision between a master's in public administration and continuing with history can be challenging, especially considering job opportunities in your area. Assessing the potential return on investment is wise. Take your time to weigh the pros and cons of each path, considering your passion and the practicality of career prospects. If needed, seek advice from mentors or career counselors to make an informed decision. Best of luck on this important decision! 😊️
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
I was thinking about this topic just yesterday! As a second year teacher I am still at the beginning, but I'm also considering options for the future, so this video was a great help. Thanks!
Wonderful. Thank you for watching. I am doing more on these topics. They seem to be popular.
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Wow! Thanks for this info! I got my bachelor’s degree in humanities a few months ago and have found it useless! I’m seeking HR certification but I think I will not pursue a master’s degree at least until I get my foot in the door with hr. I’ve worked in hr before but not for very long. Unfortunately, the area where I live has a high unemployment rate and it’s very hard and competitive to get new jobs!
You're welcome! It's great that you're proactively taking steps to enhance your skills and career prospects. Best of luck!
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
Chicago Public School teachers are making up to 130,000 annually. Minimum 60,000 annually.
Well that is way more than the average in FL. Wow.
Thank you for this video, extremely helpful what’s your opinion on getting a Masters in Curriculum Instruction/ Development? Are there are any other degrees with a great ROI besides Education Leadership
I am glad this video was helpful. A master's in curriculum and educational leadership are the two most popular. You can go into administration with either one. It is personal preference as to which one interests you more and both have a good ROI. Once you get more specific with the degree you start to limit yourself to some extent, but a master's degree is a master's degree and allows for more opportunities. Thanks for watching.
I just graduated with my BA in liberal studies with an emphasis in early teaching and learning and I am thinking of getting my masters but I’m not sure which part of Ed to get it in. I was thinking early childhood or child hood development but now I’m questioning if I should go for something more diverse. What do you think about a masters in curriculum and instruction?
This video is so helpful 🙂 Fellow English undergrad here, currently going for my MS in Curriculum and Instruction. I'm a little nervous concerning the climate of education but like you stated the English degree is nearly worthless on its own. I'm grateful for the experience of my undergrad though because I really enjoyed it. One question I have is not initially, but eventually does having a Master's make a difference in the district pay scale for teachers? Compared to just having a bachelor's degree?
So glad you're here. The pay is not a huge jump. In my state (FL) it is only about 2500-3000 bucks a year. However, you will have more job opportunities in curriculum or admin.
@@KathleenJasperEdD What sounds harder to your "ears"? 1. Certified Public Accountant or 2. Masters Degree in Statistics?
In my country (Colombia) if you work for the government, having a Master degree could help you to earn almost the double than you could do only with an BA degree. But in the private sector it will be more difficult for you to find a good job and receive the benefits of your investment. But if you work for the government, it will worth it every penny that you have spent. It has been done like that because in theory the more educated you are the less corrupt you will be and in the same way the public companies will have an advantage compared to the private sector, thakns to having more prepared people working for them. well it is just a theory as you can see.
I just transferred for this reason to Tulane University where they doing tuition waiver.
Great decision. It is important to keep those costs down. People often think they'll take care of it after the degree is obtained. However, those loans follow you. Great job!
Hi, I am currently enrolled in Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis the ROI is good because the salary is between 70k to 80k a year. The program cost is just under 30k. Working with children is something I love to do. My undergraduate background in A.S in mortuary science and B.A in Psychology. love your videos
Very good. That is a great salary for the price of the degree. Thanks for watching.
Might be too late but I know San Francisco is doing a program for This and i think you’ll love it
I’m currently a Special Education teacher and am currently in a Master’s program in Educational Psychology. I have scores of coworkers who earned their Master’s in Educational Leadership. I, personally, just don’t find the program something I wanted to do. I found a passion in learning about children, their development and the way the changes of our society affects them. I’m not sure if the ROI is a large sum but I like the journey!
The ROI is your happiness. That can be just as important as $. I am happy you found your passion. :)
I have my bachelors in Education. However, i would like to acciquire my Masters but I am not sure i enjoy teaching enough to continue studying in Education. Plus, I am not financially in the position at this moment. Lastly, I am not even sure what other area I could transition to if i decide to change career.
My advice then would be NOT to pursue a masters in education. I would first settle into a career that you want to move up in, and find a program that fits that. Remember, ROI. It is so important.
could you please list a couple of master program that's low-cost?
Thank you so much for this video!! I am about to receive my Bachelor's degree at FSU this Spring and am planning on moving to South Florida (Broward or Miami-Dade) to be a teacher and have always kept school administration as a long term goal for me. Before I commit to getting a masters in Ed Leadership, I did want to be a teacher for 2 years to see if education really is the career path I want to stick to (and coincidentally, FSU's Ed Leadership Master's admission requires 2 years of teaching experience).
1. Is it realistic that after 2 years of teaching and another 2 years of teaching while doing my masters school work (so 4 years of teaching altogether) yields an Assistant Principal position fairly quickly after achieving my masters degree?
2. Were you able to simultaneously teach under your contract AND do field experience hours? I'd like to return to FSU for grad school and the program requires 165 total hours of field experience in a leadership role. Were you able to do this field experience/internship while also teaching your regular classes throughout the day, or was your Principal able to accommodate you for this?
Again, thank you so much for this video!
1. Yes, I became an AP right at 4 years. But prepare for pushback from peers. People will say you'r4e too new. Don't listen. Do the work and make an impact.
2. Yes, I did some field experience with my principal who always pulled me into the crazy situations of running a school because he wanted me to see everything. He was awesome like that.
You can do it.
@@KathleenJasperEdD thank you!! This is really encouraging! I can definitely understand if there’s a sense of envy from veteran teachers while i’m fresh to education and younger. I am very determined, unless if i decide as a whole that education is not for me.
This was so informative. I currently have my masters in Ed. Leadership. I am contemplating my Dr. In Ed. Leadership. But, I need guidance Kathleen. I need to pass 3 subject areas😓for certification. I am currently studying your book, I passed the writing but the multiple choices are kicking my butt. How can I pass my certification for FELE? I am normally a first sit down and pass student, but not with the FELE.🥴 HELP please! I would like to speak with you for clarity. You're the best. 😇
I have a series coming on on the doc program. I cannot discuss FELE or FTCE. I apologize for the inconvenience.
double checking. If we want to get a masters just for the pay raise and thinking of going to WGU. still think about if the return is worth it or not ?
I am getting my B.A. in elementary edu. and graduating this year. All the teachers at my preclinicals have said to get my masters, but there is one teacher that onl has her BA and wants to get a MA only for the pay but doesn't want to do the work haha.
I am wondering if its worth getting a MA or just stick with my BA and do credits for pay bumps ?
It depends on the cost of the master's. If you will receive a pay raise that covers the cost, then I say do it. Not doing the work is impossible. Graduate work is challenging, and it should be. You are trying to get a credential that bumps you up.
I have a masters degree in curriculum and instruction with concentrations in reading and social studies and I’ve had a terrible ROI.
I'm sorry to hear that. However, you could look for jobs at the district office in curriculum that pay a little more than classroom teaching. Also, there may be opportunities at the college level. I loved my job at the district office in curriculum.
I thought a masters in Curriculum and Instruction had great ROI. Oh no I had interest in it I’m contemplating now
@@KathleenJasperEdD they have pulled back on a decent amount of those positions. I feel like the district office is now all about who you know and how you can get your foot in the door and less merit or credible teaching years based, which is discouraging as a 9 year educator. I have taken leadership roles for years and feel very unappreciated.
Hi, this video is very informative, thanks. I had a question I'm 40, working as a sub. I wanted to be a part of the office administration in the school so for that I will have to get a Masters in Ed management. So should I go for it? Thank you!
We're glad you found the video informative 🙂
If you believe that pursuing a Master's in Educational Management will empower you to achieve your career objectives and contribute meaningfully to the education system, then it could be a worthwhile endeavor. Best of luck with your decision!
~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC
OH my, must be nice to have had the time. What teacher has time to do additional education? I am now thinking that maybe I am teaching the wrong grade level. Any thoughts? Which grade levels are the most time-consuming? I teach Kindergarten.
I don't know any teachers who have extra time. Like I said in the video, the master's is a huge commitment and will add more to an already full plate. However, I do find that teachers with a couple of years experience can carve out some time because they are used to the work load more than brand new teachers. I have always been in awe of kindergarten teachers. You all have a huge job. I taught high school, so kindergarten is like an alternate universe to me. Keep up the good work. :)
I recently graduated with a master in education with advanced special education, also a certificate Teaching children with autism. In a couple weeks I will take the required praxis Sped exam. I need your valuable advice whether taking the Praxis reading specialist makes sense?
It depends on your state requirements. Are you trying to become a reading coach? Is the Reading Specialist required? We have a program for the reading specialist test. You can see our course here: kathleenjasper.com/products/praxis-reading-specialist-5301-online-course
I want to teach college level after my Master in early childhood education. I want to get my Ed.D
You can do it. Just take it one step at a time :)
what age did you start your masters degree program?
I was 27 when I started my masters. I think I finished right before I turned 30. 😊
I got my masters a May of 2021 in elementary education and is heading towards my Ph.D this fall in curriculum writing and instruction, hoping to teach in an education preparation university class. Do you think that will help?
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~Yiana
Team Member at Kathleen Jasper LLC