At this time I work at Target a retail store I love the people that I work with but I hate the pay and the job itself, I have been wanting to go to school for the longest I just dont know how to push myself to go all the way. I go as far as making appointments for the Test and thats it. I really want to get into nursing I was even considering going to the Vocational schools but I told myself If im going to go to a vocational school I might as well go to a Community college for a better education. But see myself wanting to go to a Vocational school I have no clue on what to do, so can anyone please give me some advice.
2007-03-15 07:10:24 · 6 answers · asked by Ray Ray 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Well, if you can afford to quit working while you get your education, then it's definitely worth it. If you're looking for long term benefits, working at a job that pays minimum wage or close to it doesn't offer a great future, whereas getting an education will open many more prospective, better paying career opportunities. You would be sacrificing something of lesser value for something with a much greater value in the long run. By the way, you don't necessarily need to quit your job in order to go to college. Many of my friends work full time and go to college simultaneously, and although it's a juggling act and requires that you have the discipline, patience, and endurance, it is possible and has been done many times by many people. You can go to a community college after work, or on weekends. Or you can do what I did, enroll into an online university, where each semester is anywhere between 4 weeks-10 weeks (depending on which online school you choose), as opposed to wasting half a year to get through one semester at a traditional college. If you decide to pursue this path, make sure that the online school you choose is accredited. Good luck, and always remember to think about what would yield more benefits in the long run, because that's what matters most.
2007-03-15 07:19:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you think you may want to be a nurse, your local community college is a fabulous option. Not only is it relatively inexpensive, but the quality of education you'll get there is good value for the money. And, perhaps best of all, you don't need to take the SAT!
Call your local community college and see if you can make an in person appointment with admissions. Talk to them about their nursing programs. Find out if you can go part time, or if it has to be full time.
A nursing school - a vocational school which is usually part of a teaching hospital - may also be a good option for you. It likely will be more expensive than the community college, but it may be worth looking at.
The advantage of a vocational school, for you, is that they will help you get motivated. Once you call them, they'll call you back, and really walk you through the process. These schools really want (your money :grins:), so they go out of their way to help you get enrolled. If you feel you need that kind of push, this may be the best route for you.
You could work at Target full time and go to school part time, if the program is offered. But, if you can swing it financially, I'd reverse that - go to school full time, and work at Target part time. That way, you can do internship and co-ops in the nursing field, and you'll be better able to find a job in nursing once you graduate.
2007-03-15 08:02:50 · answer #2 · answered by RoaringMice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually if you can make an agreement for a parent or a significant other to take care of you during this time, I would quit work and go to school full time.
If you decide to go to College, you will have your hands full. The mindset of many college instructors is that theirs is the only course you're taking and you need at least 5 to 6 hours a day just for homework, research, etc., not counting the hours you have to spend in class. College is truly a full-time job, and working during this time is only adding more stress than needed.
If you can't stop working, I would recommend that you sign up for half the classes. It might take you twice as long to get your degree, but in the end, it will pay off.
2007-03-15 07:23:44 · answer #3 · answered by mostinstantkarma 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend not quitting your job to go to school. You sound like you are unsure of what you want to do in life. I say this for a couple of reasons (1) if you quit your job to attend school full-time and you decide that either being poor isn't to your liking or school is not for you, you've just lost your fall-back position (2) your job may provide for scholarship or reimbursement; (3) working and going to school may provide some idea as to what you have to look forward to and will help you develop skills in properly prioritizing your life; (4) and lastly, no matter what you want to do, future employers love to see potential employees who actually keep a job.
My strick recommendation to you is to go to a community college and take some generic courses. This way you don't spend too much money on something you will never use again.
Good luck.
2007-03-15 09:21:06 · answer #4 · answered by lizthompson21061 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you quit your job you may want to check if Target has scholarships for school for their employees. Many times you need only work one day a week to be eligible for these. If they don't just be sure that you can afford it. Unexpected expenses pop up all the time at college. I know that they did for me.
2007-03-15 07:50:02 · answer #5 · answered by Mardee 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be my maid.
2007-03-15 07:13:53 · answer #6 · answered by GodsToilet 1 · 0⤊ 4⤋