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EPISODE · Nov 30, 2025 · 1H 14M

Ep. 27: How the Dept. Of Ed. redefining “Professional Degree” affects everyone?

from Vital Questions · host Che Guerrero & La Co-Host

On this episode of Vital Questions, Che Guerrero and La Co-Host break down how the Department of Education’s new definition of “professional degree” will affect everyone, not just students.We dive into what the Trump administration’s reclassification really means, why graduate loan caps could shut out entire communities, how fields like nursing, teaching, PT, and social work got left off the “professional” list, and what this means for the future workforce, healthcare, and the economy.If you care about higher education, the labor pipeline, or who gets access to opportunity in America, this episode is a must-listen.Subscribe to Vital Questions on your favorite podcast platformWatch full episodes on YouTube#VitalQuestions #Podcast #StudentLoans #Education #Government

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