When I was 18 and graduating from high school, I couldn't decide whether to go to cosmetology school or go for my AA. My parents pushed me into getting my AA, and I'm so glad they did. There is absolutely nothing wrong with a vocational degree, I have 2 myself (nails and esthetician), but I also have the doors open for now getting my BA (which I am working on right now), and furthering that with a masters and doctorate. Having an AA opens more doors for you. If you have the ability, I suggest you do both, but if you can only do 1, I recommend the AA.