Although hospital officials say the number of boarder babies is growing, the problem is so recent that nationwide statistics aren't available. There's not even a standard definition, although Rice defines boarder babies as infants who are ready for discharge but have not had a parental visit for 30 days.
Differences Between Associate's and Bachelor's Degrees. Associate's degree programs are 2-year programs that may provide career preparation or ready students to transfer to a bachelor's degree program.
Basically, the difference between the two is: an A.S. degree is typically awarded to people that plan on transferring to a four year college/university. An A.A.S. degree is awarded to people that plan on going straight into the workforce after they graduate.