Kerri Is a 38-Year-Old Corrections Officer Who Entered the Field

Multiple Choice

Kerri is a 38-year-old corrections officer who entered the field immediately after high school and did not obtain a college degree. She is feeling burnt out and is considering changing jobs; however, she enjoys the field of criminal justice. Kerri is considering going to college but is self-conscious about her age. If you were Kerri's friend, what advice would you give her?

A) Encourage Kerri to hang in there and not give in to her feelings, because burnout is temporary.
B) Advise Kerri that pursuing a degree would allow her to advance in the field, and reassure her that nontraditional college students have much to add to the classroom.
C) Remind Kerri that she is lucky to have the job with her lack of degree, and inform her that she has good benefits with a good retirement package.
D) Explain to Kerri that most colleges don't admit nontraditional students, and review the research findings that show she'll have plenty of opportunity if she works hard enough.