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Tips and advice for new Capella learners

9 Responses to “Tips and advice for new Capella learners”

1. Ethel Russell Says:
   September 3rd, 2010 at 3:12 pm

   I am a 58 year old new student here at Capella and I found that the information in the Tips and advice for new Capella Learners truley worth while. Being an older student needless to say I suffer from health issues. Its nice to know up front what is exspected of me and how I can over come falling behind. Thank you for the tips and ideas to help make my time here at Capella an educational and worth while journey.
   Ethel Russell

2. Dana Jimenez Says:
   November 15th, 2010 at 6:42 pm

   I was recently accepted into Capella’s DBA Program for Business Administration in Global Operations and Supply Chain Management. I fully agree with “Tips and advice for new Capella learners”, time management skills and being proactive are a few keys to success which I’ll follow throughout this endeavor. There was a lot of great ideas to build upon regarding financial aid, time managment, books, etc…all great ideas for success. This was time well spent listening, refreshing some old thoughts and refocusing on skills to support the student. Kind Regards, Dana

3. sue Says:
   November 28th, 2010 at 8:08 am

   Has anyone completed the program for certified rehab counseling? Where do you have to complete your practicum? How many hours are required?

4. Bimbola Says:
   February 5th, 2011 at 8:55 am

   Is anyone starting MS in Studies of Human Behavior, soon. will like a study group where we can share tips on how to be successful in the course. I’m starting my graduate program at Capella University on Monday, Feb,7th. I found the tips and advice for new Capella Learners so helpful. I got many hints as to what to do to make sure my kids regard my “learning hour” to be “a no talking to mommy hr”.

5. Michelle Clayton-Brown Says:
   March 6th, 2011 at 9:13 am

   I’m a new mom - my baby just turned three months on February 24, 2011(Project Management). I’m looking for tips as to how to handle studies and parenting. It’s not like I have older children who understand what the “Do not disturb” sign means and I currently do not live with my husband so I don’t have that kind of support. I have a baby who needs me 24/7 but I am intent on getting this degree. Is there anyone out there in a similar situation who can share some advice apart from “just wait til the baby is asleep.”

6. Fatima Turner Says:
   March 30th, 2011 at 4:48 pm

   Hi Michelle,
   I am a new Capella learner and scholar. :-). I am a mother to 4 children (16 1/2, 15, 10 & 8). I am also in the process of going through a divorce. Believe me, you CAN do this. It’s going to be a struggle, but life wouldn’t be life withougt struggle. My advice to you would be that you make a schedule and do your best to stick to it. If you have other family members around you don’t be afraid to utilize them. I have 4 children who are involved in all types of extra-curricular activities in addition to school commitments. I look at them and no that there is no turning back….forward movement….no matter how heavy my eyelids get….lol

   Hope this helps,
   Fatima

7. Stephanie Morton Says:
   April 9th, 2011 at 3:25 pm

   Hi Michelle,
   I am a mother of 4, 3 sons 31, 23, 21 and a daughter 15. I owned an in home childcare for twelve children when my children were young. I took early childhood classes during this time. I found a scheduled day for the children and myself very helpful. Planning personal time, activities, and routines with the children is essential. Routines aid in setting personal time to study and achieve uninterrupted study. An example is cooking balanced meals early in the day frees up the afternoon cooking you will soon experience and baths before bed for the kids aid in preparing for rest. Education is important for the kids and us. I went through a divorce also and completed a Bachelors and almost Masters in the mist. Be encouraged, there is hope.
   Stephanie

8. Charlene Vennard Says:
   April 25th, 2011 at 5:16 am

   I am a 54 year old new learner to Capella University. I am “scarey excited” as I begin this new experience in my life. Since I work full time and travel extensively I understand the challenges with completing a degee. I have actually been enjoying the information modules I have been viewing. These modules provide a comprehensive amount of information to help me become successful as I pursue my degree at Capella. The more I read and listen the more encouraged I become. I like knowing up front what is expected as I press on. Yes I can do this!

9. Arlene Rogers Wilhite Says:
   June 5th, 2011 at 8:46 am

   I am grateful for all the tutorial programs that Capella has. I am new as well, and I think the tutorials are very easy to follow and I do not feel overwhelmed trying to follow along, with my courses. I look forward to completed this program and thank you for all the assistant the University gives new students.

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