what's a good training for me to get into if i'm 39, with a high school education, with no trade at all?

Question

i've been working in an auto assembly work in the last job for over 5 years. The condition for me was so bad that now, i'm not in the best shape physically, to do any kind of heavy work.
I'd like to do something that i can do untill i retire...which is about 20 odd years to go.

I've been off work to take care of my body for the last 5 months now. I'm still not all that well, yet.

So, now i'm on UI, and will be going to career training. I hope to find something suitable for me to do now.

I hope that someone might be in similar situation or, have some advice or, some experiences that you can share, thanks again!

Justin

Answer 1

Hey Justin,

Hang IN!

I don't know what kind of disability that you have so I am going to speak in generalities.

I sould suggest that you turn an INTEREST into a career that fits your physical capabilities.

If you are computer smart maybe you can get your Microsoft licenses and do tech support.

Another thought is PURCHASING. If you have an interest is a particular area learn the market and make a nice living spending the companies money. They are both mainly phone work, but you have to have the computer skills and pretty good math. If you don't have a personality, buy one.

Now here is a little something to get you GOING.

I have a hs education and about 130 college units with NO degree. Everyone in my industry "assumes" that I have a MBA and I do NOT correct them, but do NOT lie either.

I have traveled the world, been the president of my own company and done pretty well over the years.

I am almost 62, the sales manager of an electronics company and kicked cancer's ***.

The prognosis was just to cut off my arm and be done with it. I objected because my watch would fall off...LAUGH.

Surguries, radiation and the deal. I am BLESSED to have a boss and employees that supported me.

If worse come to worse, you can always SELL STUFF because it is a GREAT LIFE!

Follow your heart and do what you do well; you will succeed if you have FUN in the process.

Doctors and lawyers "do themselves" on a regular basis because they finally figure out that they HATE what they do but have a $5,000 house payment and Home Depot won't cover that even though they LOVE playing with power tools and wood.

GET WELL and ROCK ON!
Jacques

Answer 2

Justin:

It really depends on what you feel is the right training for you.

Take full advantage of the the career training offered by UI. They will be able to assess your resume and direct you to a career path the interests you.

Just a side note, it probably would be to your advantage to take some college courses.

Go online and find some local colleges in your area and enroll.

Most colleges and universities offer "distance learning education classes" where you do not attend the courses in a classroom environment. It is all done online from the comfort of your own home.

Also whatever you career choice will be take some time and research the industry to verify what career opportunities are available.

Check out this link. It can assist you in getting started with your research: http://www.bls.gov/oco/

Keep your spirits and energy up! Making a career change is not easy but if you research, prepare yourself, and keep a positive attitude about all things you will be just fine.

Hope this info is helpful to you!

God Bless and best of luck with finding a career that suits your needs.

Answer 3

Mig Welding. Doesn't take long to learn, but not so great on the eyes.

Long haul truck driving. Takes maybe a month to get a cdl, and some schools train you for free. My sources say its 40k the first year, maybe as much as 70k the second.

Heavy equipment operation. Schooling can be expensive, but this is something that even lots of women are starting to do, so you can find jobs in this field that don't require tons of heavy lifting.

Air conditioning and refrigeration. Takes maybe 1 year to get a certificate from a community college. Easy enough to learn, if you apply yourself.

Answer 4

I think one good resource for you is to call your local community college's counseling center. Their services are free, and they can help you determine your interests and abilities, and then match you to a career/trade or certificate/degree program. They usually give you a personality test and a career test too. A great website that I recommend to everyone who wants to change fields is assessment.com. The test takes a half an hour, and the results cost about $30.00, but it is worth it. You get very detailed information about yourself and your abilities, and your results will match you to 900 career fields that suit you. It's amazingly accurate, and you can access your results online forever. Everyone I have referred to this site has been pleased and impressed with it. Good luck! I admire you for being courageous enough to start over!

Answer 5

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Answer 6

well what are your interests?

do you have hobbies you can turn to income?

research what is in demand in your area and meets your criteria.

Answer 7

GET HIGHER EDUCATION FIRST !!!