subject: Education Grants and At-Home Mothers [print this page] Education Grants and At-Home Mothers Education Grants and At-Home Mothers
The job market and economy are sharply down, but the number of people going to school is strong. This is especially true for working, single and stay at home moms. The job sectors that are expected to rise will have many positions available that qualified workers can fill. It should be no surprise that communications and technology are areas that are steadily rising in importance. Many of our everyday functions depend on smart, fast technology. Complex technology requires that there are professionals who can help integrate it into businesses and adapt it for personal use. According to some estimates, there will be increased demand for computer software engineers. Analysts and administrators for IT are just a couple of the areas that are expected to grow. Healthcare is another field where there will be significant need for many years. There are plenty of important careers besides being a doctor or nurse. Physical and occupational therapy are expected to see growth. It may be an unexpected projection, but veterinary medicine may also be in high demand. There are several other fields besides counseling that don't necessarily require a medical degree to practice. Although the job outlook appears dark now, there is still reason to be optimistic. Jobs for qualified financial planners and advisors for businesses, government and individuals will likely be significant. Education is the key to getting a job in any of these areas. Moms are often hardest hit by a poor economy. Luckily there are programs targeted specifically toward them. The Scholarships for Moms agenda can be a major tool for mothers of all kinds. The $5,000 allotment can be a big help in paying for a number of school-related costs. Hopefully more mothers can earn the bachelor's, associate's and specialized degrees that are needed to fill important positions in the work force. Moms have a lot of responsibility for their children and families, and the Obama education grants are an effort to give something back to them. There interesting majors and topics of study at quality schools around the country. If you're a mom and you're considering what you would like to do, do some research and find what is right for you.
