Video Game Degrees

May 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Internet workingVideo Game education can be an exciting field to study. This field continues to grow and more and more schools are beginning to establish programs to accommodate this growing field. In order to obtain a degree in video gaming, some schools may require courses be taken in mathematics, computer programming, storyboarding, computer simulation, animation, and arts.

Some of the most prominent schools for video game design are listed below:

University of Utah

  • University of Southern California
  • DigiPen Institute of Technology (DIT)
  • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Drexel University
  • Shawnee State University
  • Savannah College of Art and Design
  • The Art Institute of Vancouver
  • Michigan State University
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
  • Worcester Polytechnic Institute
  • Becker College
  • New England Institute of Technology
  • North Carolina State University

Video game degrees can be acquired just like any other college degree by obtaining an associate or bachelor’s degree, and some schools even offer a master’s degree in this field. A certificate program for this study is also available at certain schools. There are a handful of schools offering an online education for video game degrees. Some schools offering online degrees include the International Academy of Design and Technology Online, Southern New Hampshire University Online, ITT Technical Institute, and the Art Institute Online. Topics covered within this degree may include computer science, media arts and design, 3D modeling, visual development, and so many more.

The following courses may be included in a video game degree curriculum. Please keep in mind the course names may vary from school to school:

  • Game 3D Production
  • Elements of Game Design
  • Elements of Scripting
  • Composition for the Artist
  • Vector Graphic Games
  • Game Design, Theory & Analysis
  • Color and Design
  • Figure Drawing
  • Modeling for Games
  • Art History
  • English Composition
  • Animation for Games
  • History of Architecture

Within the field of video game education, there are different career options available upon graduation. Some jobs include game designer, programmer, animator, audio engineer, writer, translator, video game tester, and technical support specialist. Each of these jobs can be acquired with a good college education and a completion of the required courses. This field of study can be challenging because of its broad range of courses, but it can also be entertaining and rewarding.

Paralegal Programs

May 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment

If you are interested in becoming a Paralegal, there is important information to consider before making your final decision. It is important to know the education requirements and other program information when deciding on a topic of study.

To start, a paralegal is a paraprofessional who is able to assist lawyers in their work as a result of an acquired education to do so. However, a paralegal has not had enough education and experience to be considered a full-on legal professional.

Paralegal educations will allow students to become experts in the areas of law writing, workplace collaboration, and law ethics.

There are many schools that offer paralegal programs. Some schools are included in the list below:

  • Rasmussen College
  • Edison College
  • Post University
  • Everest University
  • Kaplan University
  • Mercy College
  • Hofstra University
  • Virginia College
  • George Washington University
  • Quinnipiac University
  • Webster University

 

There are a handful of possible routes a person could take to gaining a paralegal education. There are certificate programs, and degree programs which include an associate or bachelor’s degree and some schools offer a master’s degree. Courses for both of these programs can be completed online or in the classroom.

The certificate program is the quickest route to obtaining the education requirements to become a paralegal. This program is designed for people who already have an associate or bachelor’s degree in another area of study. For this reason, there are no general education courses; only courses that are related to paralegal will be taken.

The degree programs are equivalent to completing a college education in the area of paralegal study. The student will take general education classes to supplement their required paralegal classes. Topics covered in these required classes may include law and ethics, business law, family law, personal injury, intellectual property, legal writing, and legal research.

A sample curriculum for Hofstra University may include the following courses to take:

  • Introduction to Law
  • Legal Research and Writing
  • Civil Litigation
  • Contracts
  • Real Estate
  • Business Organizations
  • Bankruptcy
  • Family Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Estates, Trusts and Wills
  • Law Office Management

The courses offered at other schools may vary in title but will not stray too far in terms of the content of the courses.

Once the required schooling to become a paralegal is obtained there are some career options available. Since paralegals are known as legal assistants, they can work in public or private law offices, law libraries, banks, financial institutions, courts, insurance agencies, and almost in any place where law work is needed.

Addiction Courses

May 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Higher Education

If you or someone you know are interested in pursuing a degree in addiction counseling or addiction treatments and prevention services there are many programs available to you through colleges and universities.

It is suggested to find a program that is certified by the Counsel for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) to ensure you are getting the best education in this area of study.

There are programs available that offer degrees for Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Master of Arts (M.A.), and Master of Science (M.S). Below are a list of the top schools for substance abuse counseling and schools offering graduate programs.

Top Schools for Substance Abuse Counseling1:

University of Detroit Mercy

New York Institute of Technology

University of the Pacific

East Carolina University

Mercy College

Ohio Christian University

Portland Community College

Southern University at New Orleans

University of California San Diego

University of Cincinnati

Schools Offering Graduate Programs2:

Boston University

California Institute of Integral Studies

McGill University

Minnesota State University

Nova Southeastern University

Ottawa University Arizona

Pace University

Palm Beach Atlantic University

SUNY at Buffalo

University of Denver

University of Great Falls

University of Ann Arbor

University of Phoenix

Virginia Commonwealth University

These programs will enable a student to learn to identify the reasons leading to addictive behavior and the ways in which a person can learn to control and treat this condition.

Students will take classes that cover all topics around addiction including treatments, counseling, intervention, and substance abuse.

A sample curriculum of graduate program courses is listed below3:

Treatment of Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Substance Abuse Counseling
Contemporary Issues Alcohol/Drug Abuse
Group Counseling for Addictive Behavior
Family Treatment in Substance Abuse Rehabilitation
Interviewing and Assessment Skills in Human Services
Advanced Interviewing and Intervention
Alcoholism and Substance Abuse
Assessment and Treatment of Substance Abuse
Dual Diagnosis and Relapse Prevention
Drug Abuse in America: A Critical Perspective
HIV/AIDS/STDs and Substance Abuse

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Criminal Justice Education

May 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment

Criminal Justice is a popular field of study for those seeking a degree and those who are interested in the study. Here is some information that will be helpful for those of you choosing a career in Criminal Justice and those of you interested in furthering your criminal justice education.

Requirements to complete a degree in criminal justice typically consist of general classes to round out the education and allow for diversity within completed classes. General education classes may include literature, mathematics, and social sciences. The degree requirements may include a static set of classes that must be taken in order to graduate with a degree and other additional elective classes that can be chosen by the student. These degree classes will be in the areas of criminal justice.

There are many schools that offer criminal justice programs. Below is a list of the top 20 schools for criminal justice.

Top 20 Criminal Justice Programs1:

  1. University of Pennsylvania
  2. Northeastern University
  3. University of Florida
  4. University of Missouri (St. Louis)
  5. Rutgers (Newark)
  6. American University
  7. Florida State University
  8. George Mason University
  9. University of Albany- SUNY
  10. Pennsylvania State University (University Park)
  11. University of Delaware
  12. University of California (Irvine)
  13. Sam Houston State University
  14. University of Illinois (Chicago)
  15. Temple University
  16. Indiana University (Bloomington)
  17. Michigan State University
  18. Washington State University- Pullman
  19. University of Cincinnati
  20. University of Nebraska (Omaha)

A student can obtain a degree for criminal justice for associates, bachelors, masters, doctoral, and certificate programs. Different school programs will be more suitable for people depending on the type of degree they choose since the required classes will vary.

Students who choose to pursue a criminal justice major will take classes that touch upon different aspects of law. These classes can include topics in crime, courts, parole, and drug abuse, among others.

A sample of classes offered by Indiana University Bloomington is as follows2:

Introduction to Criminal Justice

Theories of Crime and Deviance

Law and Social Science

The Nature of Inquiry

Techniques of Data Analysis

Topics in Criminal Justice

Police in Contemporary Society

Courts and Criminal Justice

Corrections and Criminal Justice

Probation and Parole

Deviant Images/Deviant Acts

Drugs and Society

Gender and Crime

Private Security

Child Maltreatment and the Law

Foundations of Criminal Investigation

Criminal Justice Ethics

Law and Society

Psychology and the Law

Sex Offenders

Criminal Procedure

American Juvenile Justice System

Dispute Management

History of Social Control in the United States

Environmental Justice

Developmental Criminology

Terrorism

Criminal Justice Management

Sex, Drugs, AIDS, and Criminal Law

Adolescents and the Law

Crime and Madness

Capital Punishment

Urban Crime Patterns

Street Crime

People who graduate with a degree in criminal justice can pursue a career in many different areas of law. It is important to note that in order to join most training programs; students must have a high school diploma, be physically fit, and pass a background check with no criminal issues. Some possibilities of careers within criminal justice include police officer, sheriff, detective, federal agent, corrections officer, juvenile corrections advocate, park ranger, private security, and within the areas of forensic science, criminal justice administration, law enforcement management, immigration enforcement, and drug enforcement.

 

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Best Bachelor Degree Programs

April 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Online education provides the freedom and flexibility to study your own way. The first step is to decide on your major, then let the best online university carry you to your goal. The following is a list of the top 10 online universities and which majors have put them on the academic map:

1. Kaplan University For A Degree In Business

Kaplan University provides a premium education for students pursuing business and business management. The Kaplan University approach tends to focus on what’s current in the domestic and international markets to deliver a useful and contemporary degree in business.

2. University Of Phoenix For A Degree In Criminal Justice

The University of Phoenix offers a three-fold approach for their Criminal Justice undergraduate degree. Students may major in Criminal Justice and Human Services, Criminal Justice Management, or Criminal Justice Administration and Institutional Healthcare.

3. Walden University For A Degree In Nursing

Walden University consistently ranks the highest for the number of new students enrolled each year. Walden University staff are the experts to teach their new students how to balance their work, schooling, and family for a successful completion of the undergraduate degree online.

4. Ivy Bridge College For A Degree In Accounting

Ranking as one of the best schools for accounting and general studies degrees, Ivy Bridge College uses an internal transfer office to place their Associates Degree students into 100+ four-year universities that they partner with.

5. DeVry For A Degree In Computers

DeVry students majoring in Computer Information Systems may opt to specialize in Web Design, Web Development, Computer Forensics, Management, Health Information, Systems Analysis and Integration, Flex Option or Enterprise Computing. DeVry graduates have found employment with 95 of the top Fortune 100 companies.

6. Drexel University For A Degree In Communication

Founded in 1997 and one of the first schools to provide classes online, Drexel University offers a steller Communications degree. Fields of study include Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Relations, and New Technologies.

7. Liberty University For A Degree In Psychology

Liberty University is one of the largest and most respected Christian universities online. Choose Christian-based programs or general studies courses from their comprehensive online educational database.

8. Ashford University For A Degree In Education

The Ashford University Education Department offers 8 programs for a teaching degree in a specified field. Students will select from Child Development, Childhood Education, Childhood Educational Administration, Public Policy, Education Studies, the English Language Learner, Health Education or Instructional Design.

9. National University For A Degree In Spanish

It can be difficult to find a top-notch university that offers a foreign language degree online. National University leads the way with an in-depth Spanish language degree program designed to integrate with almost any occupation for a seamless fluency in reading, writing and speaking Spanish in the work place.

10. Regis University For A Degree In Marketing

Earn your degree online at Regis University or opt to attend one of their traditional classes from a selection of multiple campuses. Accelerated courses are available ranging from 5 to 8 weeks in duration.