Its Your Time
Like most adults, time is our most important commodity, and usually our most limited resource. This form of advanced education primarily exists for those who, for personal, economic, family, or other reasons cannot afford, or simply do not have the time, to attend a traditional "campus based" college program. The goal of independent study is to eliminate barriers such as distance, scheduling conflicts, or family responsibilities which prevent most people from earning a degree. Independent study gives adults credit for what they've learned outside the classroom; through work, community service, reading, and the like. It allows the learner to demonstrate what they know through examination and to turn their knowledge into credit toward a college degree.
 

Its The Way
The most critical aspect of independent study is student have control over their academics. In most traditional nursing programs there are many time restrictions placed on the learner; things like required classroom attendance, project deadlines, lesson plans, and scheduled exams. The student is forced to conform to the group. Because of the nature of independent study, there are no time restrictions placed on the learner. When studying independently, it's possible to complete all the degree requirements in less than one year. However, an average client who is motivated to earn their degree can complete one course every four weeks of less.