Each of the below learning paths prescribe a recommended set of tasks, books, courses, etc. to help you put together a plan to make this happen. Remember the Break Diver's Creed: No Rules. No Excuses. No Regrets. Go make it happen!


Beginner


  • Determine whether you want to pursue a terminal degree.

  • Start researching which ones are available in the fields of study that interest you.

  • Make inquiries to see what the requirements are for the programs that interest you.

  • Be sure to review all of the blog posts we share in the resources section of this handbook.

  • Also, be sure to research the cost of each program.  Don’t say: “I can’t afford it”.  Instead, ask, “How can I afford it?”

  • Join the Break Diving community and share your dreams and thoughts with friends!

 

Intermediate


  • By the intermediate stage, you either 100% know the program you plan to attend, or you have already enrolled.

  • Make sure your time management skills are refined, that you have a clear study plan written out on paper, and have a clear goal for your graduation date.

  • Make sure you are becoming familiar with APA style, or whatever style handbook you will be using in your program.

  • Don’t give up---it’s in the middle of the program (or right before you start) that you often can quickly lose momentum, confidence, and enthusiasm.  Keep up the charge!

  • Be sure to review all of our intermediate resources in this handbook.

  • Join the Break Diving community and share your dreams and thoughts with friends!

 

Advanced


  • By this stage, you should be in the dissertation/final phase of your terminal degree.  

  • Start focusing on completion of the dissertation, and start investigating potential job/career/entrepreneurial prospects for after graduation.

  • If you’re having trouble with your dissertation, check out the various books we recommend in the resources section.  They will help you find your focus.

  • If you haven’t yet, make sure your grammar and spelling and writing skills are perfect in whichever language you are using for study.  Continually try to improve.

  • As crazy as it sounds, start thinking about a second terminal degree that may interest you.  Many have done just that.  Why not you?

  • Join the Break Diving community and share your dreams and thoughts with friends!