Is There a Solution to Retraining America?

Perhaps, you've considered the famous viral video; "What Does it All Mean," and the implications of that. If you do not know what I am talking about, then please stop right now, and look up that video on Google Video or YouTube and watch it. Most have already seen it, and it does make you think indeed. Now then, how can we adjust our colleges, trade schools, private universities, community colleges, and for-profit colleges to deal with this challenge ahead, well, actually the challenge is "Now" isn't it?

Not long ago, I spoke with a bay area acquaintance out there in California, and he noted that the community colleges needed an upgrade. How so you ask? Well, he explains it to me like this. "I suggest colleges and universities to add 2 years to complete a degree rather than 4 years program," and yes, he's right isn't he? In fact, he sent this recommendation into California Governator Arnold S. who also agreed that this is a viable idea, and even sent back a thank you note. In my acquaintance on the right track?

My belief is yes; absolutely. The tuition and costs are way too high and make it difficult for a community college student to transfer, and it really does not make all that much sense anyway. What we need to in my opinion is competition, especially for common degrees required for employment, and even some industry degrees that need to be on those resumes. Interestingly enough, I am a big fan of the University of Phoenix, and am perfectly find with opening the flood gates with private free-enterprise solutions too.

We can fix this challenge and solve these issues, and we must do something quick, after all, when we ask; "What does it all mean?" well it could mean disaster if we do not act accordingly. So, please consider all this.

Lance Winslow is a retired Founder of a Nationwide Franchise Chain, and now runs the Online Think Tank. Lance Winslow believes in education, jobs, and proper retraining.