I grew up not ever using a computer and wondering if technical trades schools have older students? I kinda realize it wouldn't hurt to take some classes for my own knowledge for I'm probably to old for a career in computers. I would just feel out of place with all the 19-25 age group if no one else my age group is in the class.
Sandy
2006-12-11 06:52:33 · 6 answers · asked by sandy 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Most of the students who have taken my non-credit (continuing education) computer classes have been 40+ for the exact reason you're giving-they haven't had the exposure to computers that folks a bit younger have had. We also offer community college non-credit classes for people age 55+ so folks will feel more comfortable learning from scratch with others their age.
Even in credit community college classes, the average student at our college is 35, female, working, with children.
I don't think you're ever too old to learn or start a new career. So far, the oldest student in one of my computer classes was 82!
Once you feel comfortable, you can also take online classes, like those offered at http://www.ed2go.com (that's a general site, where you can look for colleges in your state, near you). Go for it!
2006-12-11 11:43:16 · answer #1 · answered by edith clarke 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Us older computer users are the fastest growing group around. (I would love to be only 40 something again). If you were to take a class, you would probably find that you were not the only 40+ in the class. I have taught calsses for several years, and while the 40+ are often in the minority, they are not normally the only one in the class.
You might also check around to see if any "senior citizen" groups around you are offering classes. Then go volunteer to "help" with the class. You can learn and assist at the same time, and have the fun of being the "kid" in the group.
2006-12-11 15:04:52 · answer #2 · answered by dewcoons 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 21, just graduated from college. i started out at a community college, and there were a LOT of people in my computer class who were around 40 and older. Then i moved to a private college, i guess. Baker collge, where you had to be accepted onto certain programs, and there were also a lot people around 40 in my computer classes.
2006-12-11 14:58:56 · answer #3 · answered by Stark 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are 50 and 60 somethings in computer classes. Check your local community ed programs. You will probably find classes with people from our generation!
2006-12-11 15:06:49 · answer #4 · answered by mazooka 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no reason to have reservations about your age, those that have a problem with age are the ones with the problem, and you are attending the classes to learn
Anyone worth caring about will have enormous respect for your dilligence, determination and intellectual curiosity.
Michael P. Whelan
2006-12-11 15:09:59 · answer #5 · answered by Michael W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 36 and in college so don't feel like you will feel out of place, the younger kids look up to you and will help with anything.
2006-12-11 15:05:53 · answer #6 · answered by Heather-Dawn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋