It's been a while since I posted anything on my journey to become an accountant. As of September 14, I "failed" through Penn Foster. I had two years to complete a one-year certificate. That did not happen. I didn't even finish one class but had every good intention. I thought that at my own pace would be good for me. I was apparently wrong. Life happens and I found one good reason after another to not get my studies done.
The reasons do not truly matter at this point. What is done is done and life must move on. I would encourage anyone to continue their education. It it increasingly apparent that in our country an education is vital for survival in the workforce. Penn Foster is not a bad option. If you are able to do the classes at your own pace and can keep yourself moving forward that go for it. You will not regret enhancing your job skill set.
With the depressing bit out of the way, it is time to announce the second part of the blog. I have applied to and been accepted into college in order to pursue an Accounting/CPA. I have been accepted to Thomas Edison State College. TESC is aimed for adult learners. I am hoping to start in December with my first set of classes. I'm not sure what I will take yet as I am still waiting for the school to determine if/what transfer credits will apply from my time at West Virginia Wesleyan College. That is where I got my Bachelor's of Political Science.
I have a tentative plan to take three courses in the core curriculum of Accounting. I am also hoping with this new start and structured classwork, that I will thrive and achieve my goal. Please look for further posts on this new leg of my education journey.
I welcome thoughts, encouragement, or impressions.
Everyone is handed adversity in life. No one's journey is easy. It's how they handle it that makes people unique.
~Kevin Conroy
