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PPD is supportive of our employee's continuing education efforts. Have you ever thought of going back to school?
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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
While PPD may support an employee who chooses to continue their education, that is not to say that you are required to say you want to return to school. This is simply one of those 'get to know you' questions. Share your thoughts with the interviewer.
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I am very supportive of people who want to continue their education. For me, I feel like I have come to a place in my career where I am happy with where I am. Notwithstanding, if PPD has courses or certifications that are encouraged for employees to take, I would definitely be willing. I just don't see myself going back to school for 3 or 4 years."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I have entertained the idea of continuing my education. However, circumstances have not ended with me in school. I love research and am very happy with my career at this point."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
Focus on being honest and direct with the interviewer. If you are thinking of going back to school, explain what you plan on pursuing. If higher education is not in your plan, let the interviewer know that while you are not against going back to school, you do not have plans to do so right now.
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I have entertained the idea of no knowledge is lost. I always ensure that continued education is a part of my life. Currently, I am learning the R application which I believe is useful for big data management
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Nice! How are you learning this? By researching it on your own time? By taking a class? The more details you can provide, the better! And don't forget to directly answer the question: have you ever thought of going back to school? Be honest in your response, but make sure to emphasize how you continue to learn on a daily basis. Great job!
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