The National Center for Education Statistics reports that nearly 45 percent of adults over the age of 16 decide to pursue continuing education and boost their professional skills. They also improve credentials and gain personal fulfillment. Language improvement skills, online video editing courses<\/a>, advanced degree college classes and in-house certification workshops fall under the umbrella of continuing education.<\/p>\n If you provide mandatory training opportunities for employees or they decide on their own to keep learning, both your employees and business receive numerous benefits.<\/p>\n Employees with advanced training can boost their income. As an example, U.S. Census data shows that college graduates<\/a> earn an annual average income of $45,400 while high school graduates earn $25,900 annually. Like continuing education allows your employees to make more money, your company can also boost profits when you employ a workforce that has gained valuable training, skills, and insights from ongoing education.<\/p>\n In today\u2019s job market, employees need every edge they can get. Continuing education can upgrade an employee\u2019s job skills and boost a resume. Which opens employment opportunities. As a bonus, your company can attract top talent. People look for support and lifelong learning culture.<\/p>\n On average, employees change jobs 10 and 15 times in their working careers. When employees decide they\u2019re ready to change jobs in your company or move to or from your company, they can do so with confidence because they have taken classes or earned a degree in their new field. You also know that you have access to educated employees in every position when you provide ongoing educational opportunities.<\/p>\n Certain job titles may require applicants to hold an advanced degree or be certified in job-specific skills. Employees can qualify for these jobs when they go back to school and gain an MBA or certification. Even taking a few tech, language or business classes can allow employees to climb the corporate ladder and gain a promotion. At the same time, your company obtains knowledgeable, passionate and loyal employees who eagerly take on more responsibilities.<\/p>\n![\"continuing](\"https:\/\/futuramo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/pexels-photo-574285.jpeg\")
<\/p>\nBenefits of continuing education for your employees and company<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Make more money<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Stand out among other job-seekers<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nChange jobs<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Gain a promotion<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Employ a well-rounded workforce<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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