While the 2 - year degree is more difficult and required a greater time investment, it may help to get a better job immediately or provide better opportunities for future educational advancement. (medicalassistantschools.com)
At first sight there is nothing remarkable about a Member of Parliament being in favour of (and contributing financially to) a means of educational advancement for the masses. (faith.org.uk)
The right too often sees educational advancement in a social Darwinian fashion — useful only for a minority beyond a certain level. (labour-uncut.co.uk)