(ARA) - Officers in the armed forces are learning that just because they are deployed and on active duty, it doesn't mean that they can't get their education, which is why many officers are making education a top priority.
"Knowledge is power," Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Forbes says. "If a Marine takes advantage of education opportunities while they're in the military, it will make them more competitive within their military occupation specialty and in the civilian workforce."
The military offers help to soldiers in enrolling in classes. Forbes completed 71 credits while enlisted and is working towards a degree in human resources.
"With the current tempo here in Iraq, there is no excuse why every Marine can't take at least one course while here," says Master Sgt. James Emch. "Marines should jump at the opportunity to better themselves and set themselves up for a successful future."
Deployed soldiers can get up to 100 percent of their educational expenses paid for by the government through programs like Tuition Assistance, the Montgomery GI Bill, and the Marine Corps College Fund.
"The best time for Marines to pursue their education is not when they get out of the Corps; it's while they're still in it," says an education technician at Camp Courtney in Japan.
ClassesandCareers.com, is an education information resource. In a few minutes, users can fill out a form and be connected live with an education adviser. They are available to help deployed soldiers as well as veterans find and enroll in online programs.
Are you ready to pursue your education while enlisted? Visit
ClassesandCareers.com to find an accredited school and get enrolled. A counselor will help direct you on how to use your military benefits for scholarships and grants.
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