I am a mother of 2 aged 7 and 5 and want a career too. I have considered going to college part time but i have no idea what to do. Does anyone know where i can get advice from?
2006-07-17 20:43:51 · 21 answers · asked by clare s 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Obviously a careers advisor, but the bes thing is to ask yourself what you really want to do. I dont mean which job title, I mean what kind of people do you want to work with. When you know this you can research what sort of jobs are available.
I had no idea the probation service existed. I did a criminology degree at 48! Don't end up like me...research, ask, think, listen. Just make some time for you. Good luck. You'll get there!
2006-07-18 13:47:19 · answer #1 · answered by Jackie 4 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Yes, like someone else mentioned, career aptitude tests are good. If there's a local college, check to see if they have a career center - they usually have these "instruments." It might cost a bit, or they could have some freebies (hopefully!) I've even seen workshops offered.
Make a list of things you're good at, make a list of things you like and don't like, even eliminating careers is a good thing, because it helps you narrow things down. The first few years of college are general education courses (if you're talking bachelor's degree), so you don't have to declare. Maybe you can shadow someone There's also something called Dictionary of Occupational Titles (I think), or D-O-T for short. It doesn't have the answers, but it does list TONS of different occupations that you may have never considered. I'm pretty sure you can access some of this on-line. There are books out there, too, that even if you don't buy, you could check out at a library. If you see someone doing something you find appealing, try to talk with them and find out how they got there. Almost everyone likes to talk about themselves.
You might be feeling some kind of pressure to choose, but also remember this - most people today change careers, not just jobs, 3-4 times during their lives. And if you do the college thing, make sure you apply for financial aid. If you end up looking at a proprietary school (they are for profit) be very careful, because they are usually very expensive and their financial aid packages often include loans.
2006-07-17 20:57:18 · answer #2 · answered by Isthisnametaken2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your personality and career tests should provide you with a lot of different options to look into. You should explore those options to see what they are all about. You could do an internship, ask to shadow someone for a day, ask for an educational interview, etc to learn more about the different career paths. Right now the options are probably pretty abstract and it would help you to learn what they are really about. It will also help you to learn more about your likes and dislikes. If you like to help others and nature, why not look into a non-profit that does both. I know that there are organizations that connect underprivileged children living in cities with nature through camps and activities. That would be a great program to have on your resume too for your future job search. What about a summer overseas volunteer program?
2016-03-26 22:25:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on where you are in the world, but here in England we have the Open University. I'm in the same situation, mother of 2 looking for a career. I'm now studying psychology working towards a BSc, The OU are really helpful and will find the right course for you.
2006-07-17 20:51:01 · answer #4 · answered by Jenni 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was in your position once. Maybe you can make an appointment with the career advisers in that college and they may be able to advise you. According to my experience, having the career test is not that effective. I chose my field by elimination. Till now, I’m very happy with what I’m doing. Maybe you would want to do something which is related to kids, like childhood education?
2006-07-17 20:53:05 · answer #5 · answered by band_craze4f 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Set time aside to think about what you do that pleases you and then take those ideas to a career counselor at the nearest community college(cost considerations) and work out a plan for you.
2006-07-17 20:51:49 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look at what your good at..but most importantly what you enjoy...you dont want to choose a career that you hate....also try and pick a course that you know will garantee a career...things like art media studies and english dont really lead to a direct job compared to things like graphics or business.
Best of Luck though i hope it works out for ye.
2006-07-17 20:47:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
you could take a career aptitude test, but that would tell you what you would be good at based on studies, not what you would necessarily enjoy doing.
another way to go would be to take a bunch of courses in college and see what you like. start with a basic liberal arts course and take lots of other classes. that worst that can come out is that you'll learn a lot of stuff you may not need but it's still interesting.
2006-07-17 20:48:56 · answer #8 · answered by vampire_kitti 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Call your local jr college. Most have career counselors. There are online quizzes you can take also but if you get a real career counselor they will give you all the good ones and help you interpret them.
2006-07-17 20:47:39 · answer #9 · answered by tenaciousd 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to a nearby college and make an appt. with the counselors. I know people taking night school that also work full time. It takes time, especially when you have kids. Its very possible. Good luck.
2006-07-17 20:46:27 · answer #10 · answered by gnomef0cker 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋