Thinking of taking some classes

[mhall]

I am seriously considering going back to school to take courses on Occupational Therapy. Probably go for a two year if I do it and work as a assistant at first and work my way up. It looks very bad for my industry and I need to start thinking about solid ground to get back on. Wow, I've been at the same job for right at 29 years, make great money and have basically been my own boss for the last 17 years or so. Very sad but that's life I suppose, and this couldn't have hit me at a more emotionally time with what I'm going through with my mother.

Sorry I got off task a bit. I like helping people and I think this would be a rewarding and safe job for the future even with the Nimrods we now have in office.

This Hope and Change is bankrupting everybody, the construction industry is below a snakes belly right now.

[DJD]

That's good money my man! Go for it. Does that mean chuck gets free massages on the water???
Sorry bout that right there.... Lol!!!

[riverrat12]

That's good money my man! Go for it. Does that mean chuck gets free massages on the water???
Sorry bout that right there.... Lol!!!

Wouldn't the boy's on packers perch be jealous..LOL Mark ,man it's tough going back to school after being out for so long. Just remembering how to study is a real chore,I did it for a while and it is a different world out there for sure. What ever you dicide put 110% into it and everything will work out. Sounds like you and me need to get together and drink about it. Chuck

[mhall]

Wouldn't the boy's on packers perch be jealous..LOL Mark ,man it's tough going back to school after being out for so long. Just remembering how to study is a real chore,I did it for a while and it is a different world out there for sure. What ever you dicide put 110% into it and everything will work out. Sounds like you and me need to get together and drink about it. Chuck

I can see some beer being drank over this one for sure. And yes Don if I was to go this direction and Chuck needed me to work some kinks out of his neck sure I would, he's my Pal. If one them boys from the Hill comes down I'll throw his ass in the river.

Yea the studying part is what scares me and intimidates me the worst. I'm not stupid but I've been out of school for a very long time, kinda scary. The medical profession in some capacity is the way to go boys they are begging for help and the benny packages are all that in most cases.

[DJD]

I think u would b surprised at how well u would do. Prolly will love it..... I know when u pay for it and really want to learn something it gets easier. You would do just fine!

[mhall]

I think u would b surprised at how well u would do. Prolly will love it..... I know when u pay for it and really want to learn something it gets easier. You would do just fine!

Thanks for the vote of confidence Mr Dasher.

[bassin_bug]

I am seriously considering going back to school to take courses on Occupational Therapy. Probably go for a two year if I do it and work as a assistant at first and work my way up. It looks very bad for my industry and I need to start thinking about solid ground to get back on. Wow, I've been at the same job for right at 29 years, make great money and have basically been my own boss for the last 17 years or so. Very sad but that's life I suppose, and this couldn't have hit me at a more emotionally time with what I'm going through with my mother.

Sorry I got off task a bit. I like helping people and I think this would be a rewarding and safe job for the future even with the Nimrods we now have in office.

This Hope and Change is bankrupting everybody, the construction industry is below a snakes belly right now.

I haven't heard about your mother but want you to know that she, and you, will be in my prayers.

Go for it Mark. I admire a man who has the good sense to look ahead and prepare for the future. You will be back in the routine of studying within a month and burning through the books like a rocket.

I think you made a good career choice that will be a great job. By the way, will your chores include women needing therapy? That could make some 'bright spots' in your day. lol

[know1]

Sounds like a great idea to me. I'm sure you would be very successful at it.

[apb]

As noted by others, the getting in the habit of studying again is the difficult part. My mother went back to school after all of us were in high school and did real well. No doubt that you can do the same. One thing that you have going for you is life experience. A high percentage of college work is determination and persistance. If it is something that you want, you can do it.

Andrew

[Chubminnow]

By the way, will your chores include women needing therapy? That could make some 'bright spots' in your day. lol

I can tell right now this wouldn't be the job for me...to many distractions! lol.

I wonder at what age it's to late to be a guy that works on the river on a barge? I always wanted to do that...and still think it seems like a decent way to make a living, there's worse things a fella could do for a livin'.

Good luck to you Mark, whether you stick it out where you're at or not...heck you've been there a long time so the company will likely fold before they let you go. I'm with you as far as the state of the construction economy is right now...commercial construction will be the last thing to kick in, when and if this weak economy ever turns around.

[Col Forbin]

I say go for it. I have taken classes in my teens, mid 20's and early 30's, it definitely gets easier the older you get. You tend to become more focused when your older, and more importantly you have a better idea why your taking these classes, and enjoy the knowledge a little more. The cost is crazy, but there are many programs for non-traditional students. The hardest thing was balancing a full time job and a few classes, but it is definitely manageable with some planning. Best of luck to you.

[MrSplitshot]

A high percentage of college work is determination and persistance.

BINGO.

It actually took me a little longer to get my college degree, mainly because I had already started working full time and was trying to juggle both. I was getting good "real world" experience with a 40+ hour a week job and trying to go to school full time too...it was a CHORE. It was a few years in the trenches, but I can honestly say that I could add a lot more to discussions in classes because I was already out in the real world working...seeing things first hand. With your experience in life Mark, and a desire to learn...you would nail it buddy. Do it! Real life already teaches most of us to persevere and to juggle, which will get you through about 75% of college work!

My wife is soon to be 36, and she's in nursing school right now...working as a bookkeeper on the side for three different employers, taking care of her sick mother, and putting up with me...she should graduate in May and become an RN. She has worked her butt off and I admire the hell out of her for it. She is getting ready to reap the rewards.