Military Spouse/Family Resources

Businesses in every community, across all industries, need skilled professionals to help them operate efficiently, grow, and remain competitive. Expertise in these areas will allow you to work in just about any environment, often in an industry that interests you. 

Online programs are available to prepare you for a variety of in-demand, portable careers:

• Accounting
• Business
• Economics
• Healthcare Administration
• Human Resources
• Leadership / Management
• Marketing
• Medical Coding
• Project Management
• Sales

A career in early childhood or elementary education is ideal for individuals who are patient, empathetic, and passionate about helping children grow. This field offers opportunities to shape the future in meaningful ways and provides an enriching sense of purpose.  

The job outlook for education careers—particularly in early childhood education and elementary education—remains positive, with steady growth projected in both fields.  

For those entering or currently working in education, there are ample opportunities for growth, particularly in regions with high demand or specialized needs, such as special education, STEM education, and teaching English as a second language. 

Online programs are available to prepare you for a variety of in-demand, portable careers:

• Early Childhood Education
• Elementary Education
• Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

A career in health and human services offers a wide range of rewarding opportunities for individuals passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives. Explore roles in healthcare, social work, counseling, public health, and more. Healthcare programs vary greatly and you are sure to find your niche, from healthcare-focused business office functions to direct patient support. 

Online programs are available to prepare you for a variety of in-demand, portable careers:

• Behavioral Health and Human Services
• Community Health
• Exercise Science
• Healthcare Administration
• Medical Coding
• Nursing (PN, RN, BSN)
• Ophthalmic Medical Technician
• Psychology
• Respiratory Therapy
• Social Work
• Sociology
• Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Setting educational and career goals while your family is involved in the military is a great opportunity, and transfer programs provide a solid foundation toward your bachelor’s degree. Online Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees are offered by our community college partners, and are designed to transfer seamlessly to universities across the Minnesota State system. 

Online associate degree programs and related bachelor's degree programs are available to get you one step closer to your dream career:

• Accounting
• Business
• Economics
• Engineering
• English
• Exercise Science
• Health Sciences
• History
• Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Peace Officer / Public Safety
• Pre-Social Work
• Psychology
• Sociology

A degree in criminal justice provides a foundational understanding of the legal system, law enforcement, criminology, and the broader criminal justice system. It prepares students for various careers in law enforcement, corrections, legal services, and public safety. 

The criminal justice career field encompasses a wide range of professions dedicated to ensuring public safety, upholding laws, and enhancing communities. Individuals in this field work to prevent, investigate, and respond to crimes, enforce laws, and support the communities they serve, across the country. 

Online programs are available to prepare you for a variety of in-demand, portable careers:

• Criminal Justice
• Peace Officer / Public Safety Transfer Pathway
• Police Training and Education Career Transition (intended specifically for adults who already have an associate degree or higher and wish to begin a career as a peace officer)

Science and technology skills are highly mobile, and demand for qualified professionals continues to grow. Education in these fields can lead to impactful careers that offer remote work or opportunities to work in a variety of businesses and industries in every community. 

Online programs are available to prepare you for a variety of in-demand, portable careers:

• Cybersecurity
• Computer Hardware / Networking
• Engineering Technology
• Nuclear Engineering Technology (intended for separated Navy who have completed Nuclear Power School training)