Furthering your education, whether with a Bachelor or a Masters degree in midlife could prove to be not only a smart career move, but help prolong life in a unique and healthy way. Alzheimer’s, a neurodegenerative disorder and a common form of dementia has symptoms …show more content…
According to The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a 17% increase of college students between the ages of 50 to 64 occurred between 2007 and 2009 (Home & Family Finance, 2014 para. 4). In 2008, this increase created an innovative program by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) called the Plus 50 Initiative. The program was developed to engage the over 50-age group and prepare these learners for new careers (American Association of Community Colleges, 2014). In a November 2013 evaluation report from American Association of Community Colleges (2014), the Plus 50 program exceeded their goals by serving 54 percent more students in 3 years and helped 50 percent more students complete their degrees or certificates. These students improved their levels of employability and furthered the careers of this age