FabSwingers.com forum: Going back to study

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Has anyone done this over the age of 30?

I've always wanted to be a midwife but life took me off on a different path. In March I was made redundant and struggling to find another job that I can work around two young kids and a lack of childcare.

Hubby mentioned returning to study, and on a whim I applied for the college access course I need for uni. I've also been offered 3 interviews for good jobs.

So now stuck between following my dreams and scraping by on one income. Or being sensible and letting go of my dream for a well paid job.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Has anyone done this over the age of 30?

Hubby mentioned returning to study, and on a whim I applied for the college access course I need for uni. I've also been offered 3 interviews for good jobs.

So now stuck between following my dreams and scraping by on one income. Or being sensible and letting go of my dream for a well paid job.

Follow your dream

At least give it a try

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i went back to study at 40 ...wanted a complete change of career am now a certified bookkeeper , certified payroll officer and am now doing exams to become a certifies accountant .

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By *emmefataleWoman
over a year ago

dirtybigbadsgirlville

Follow your dream, if you have been offered three jobs you can easily get more if your dream doesn't work out xx

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Is it daft to say I'm scared!

It's been a long time since I've studied! Plus we've only just started getting back on our feet financially, enjoying two incomes, after I'd been a stay at home mum for 5 years! Going back to being skint is not a tempting thought!

But I watch One Born Every Minute and while everyone gets broody over the babies I get jealous of the midwives!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes I done my NVQ one and two, in my early thirties, life got in the way and didn't get to finish the third.

Maybe one day I will complete it.

Her

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I took on a degree course when over the age of forty. And my daughter gave up a very good job at the age of thirty to take her midwifery degree as a single parent.

She is currently coming to the end of her second year having passed all exams and she is loving it.

Take a blind leap of faith, they pay off. xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Study, go for it. You will never regret the things you did, but you Always regret the opportunities that you allow yourself to miss.

Good luck.

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By *risky_MareWoman
over a year ago

...Up on the Downs

Yes, I am mulling over the thought of doing a degree in psychology - it's the only things that seems to spark my interest nowadays.

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By *tirling DarkCouple
over a year ago

Stirling

Went to uni aged 42 best thing I have done. Go for it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I did a 4 year degree at 33 with three young kids...the best move I ever made.

I still want to go back and do my Masters and onto a Phd if the opportunity comes along.

Follow your dream, this may be the only chance you get, grab it while you can

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I was the same age as you when I did a second Uni course. It changed the course of my life and I haven't regretted a moment. Do what is right for you and trust your instincts. All the best!!

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By *mm_n_ZedCouple
over a year ago

Fareham

I did my access to Uni course in 2005 when I was 43. Before that, all I'd written for 27 years were Christmas cards and shopping lists. A year later I started my degree course and graduated in 2009 when I was 47.

I now work in education and am about to embark upon a post grad course... you're never too old to study.

Go for it - good luck

Emm x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

After leaving school without a single exam pass to my name. I went back to uni aged 34 and did a 3 year BSc in rural environment

Best thing I ever did

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i start uni this year at 32

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By *xpresMan
over a year ago

Elland

Good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

This life isn't a rehersal x so good for it x

As long as you can pay the bills n eat then it'll be ok

I did a 2nd nursing course at 28 x n if I can get through I'm sure you can x

Good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I went back at age 39 and am loving it, to be honest i had put it off for a few years due to personal circumstances and i was nervous about fitting in to a mainly young environment.

I am now loving it and as well as the challenge and improving my education and qualifications i have met some fantastic people.

my advice is to decide which you would regret more going for it or not going for it, that should tell you what to do.

best of luck.

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By *edangel_2013Woman
over a year ago

southend

Take the job and study with the Open University part time.

It isn't easy, but I know many that have managed it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Follow your dream. You might only get once chance at it. If you don't do it. You will always sit and wonder and say what if. Xx G

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It is ok to be scared, but if you don't at least give it a try you may well regret it later.

I'd rather regret things done than regret not doing something.

Good luck xx

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By *rofaneprofMan
over a year ago

Katy

I went back to study at the age of 33, giving up a career in advertising and a good income, in order to get a PhD. I spent 5 years working towards it, on a pittance of a student stipend, and that too in New York, where everything is bloody expensive.

But it worked out well for me - today, I make a really solid income as a professor. What's more, I simply love my job.

Never give up on your dreams. It is never too late. All you need is a bit of courage - a whole lot of determination and fire in your belly. You never know what you can do unless you take the first steps towards finding out what you can do.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I worked and studied in my late 40s and early 50s and am still doing that, its hard at times but personally i can't afford to stop working to study full time so i have to do them at the same time !

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I am 40 this year and at the end of studying for my degree. I study through my local Uni part time.

I've loved it. I have found I am more focused and have life knowledge behind me. I feel a degree has enhanced me holistically. Not just enhanced my job.

Doing the BA Hons next year

Go for it x good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

And student discounts are great! Free mcflurry from maccy d's is so worth the study slog

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"It is ok to be scared, but if you don't at least give it a try you may well regret it later.

I'd rather regret things done than regret not doing something.

Good luck xx"

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By *hocmanxMan
over a year ago

Birmingham

I'm graduating from uni in a few weeks. I was fortunte to come across a lot of different people because I was president of my society.

Some of the best students that I came across were mature students. Off the top of my head I can think of one who's acing all of her exams and another one who's been offered a scholarship for a masters.

I think that you should do it if you really want it. Not many get the opportunity to follow their dreams.

Im terms of finances, there are many jobs that students can do whilst studying. Some of them pay a lot in comparison to the amount of work.

You'll definitely find other mature students there so you won't be alone.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Go for it. There's no time like the present.

I always wanted to be an archaeologist and told by a school careers counsellor many years ago, that I shouldn't aspire for careers that required a university degree (at the time my dyslexia wasn't recognised by the school nor did I receive any help). Then 4 years ago fed up being in the same job for 20 years, went back to college, did a 'access to higher education' course at my local college, and now after 'blood, sweat and tears', I'm graduating with a honours degree in Archaeology and Ancient History from Birmingham and considering doing a Masters now.

If I can do it, so can you.

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By *s_bettyboopWoman
over a year ago

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Never too late done my access course in healthcare science and off to do my degree in biomedical science in september wish id took the plunge years ago.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Wow so many inspirational people who have followed their dreams!

I have my college interview next week, and as scary as it is, like it's been said I will regret it if I don't at least try and get into the job I've always dreamed of!

Eek

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Was thinking of doing this myself with a degree in political science, mainly for the fulfillment I'd get from it as opposed to moving into a related sector in regards to future employment

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Wow so many inspirational people who have followed their dreams!

I have my college interview next week, and as scary as it is, like it's been said I will regret it if I don't at least try and get into the job I've always dreamed of!

Eek

You go girl! We are all behind you and cheering you on. xx

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By *rofaneprofMan
over a year ago

Katy

"Wow so many inspirational people who have followed their dreams!

I have my college interview next week, and as scary as it is, like it's been said I will regret it if I don't at least try and get into the job I've always dreamed of!

Eek

Give it all you got! No half measures! I have always believed that knowledge and intelligence need to be nurtured. Do everything you can to make yourself seem invaluable!

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By *atasha_DavidCouple
over a year ago

Slough

Yes, both of us.

It is very hard work. Juggling commitments, family, work and study daily, can be a job in itself. Self time goes out the window.

Also you have to factor in that while not earning a second wage your also laying out money on fees, books etc.

Will the increased income when retrained and/or increased happiness from following your dream, compensate for what it costs you to get there?

Mature students generally do significantly better like for like than 18-21 yr olds.

You will need your family onside as this will effect them as well. Will they be happy with the new life your training will produce?

We obviously think its worth it, we are doing it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It's not silly to be scared, it's terrifying starting again, but so rewarding. Work while you do the access course, I'm assuming it's an evening course and if it's not that it probably could be. Save some money, you're obviously capable of doing with less if you've done it before, even work for 2 years to build some savings and then follow your dream and go to university. My cousin done it as a single parent to 4 kids at almost 40. You can absolutely achieve this if you want it badly enough either way, good luck honey

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By *adybee77Woman
over a year ago

MAMOBA, miles and miles of bugger all (Aberdeenshire)

"Wow so many inspirational people who have followed their dreams!

I have my college interview next week, and as scary as it is, like it's been said I will regret it if I don't at least try and get into the job I've always dreamed of!

Eek

Good luck

I've recently got the job of my dreams, and am training to follow my other passion as well. Its bloomin hard work, but fun too! Be prepared to juggle and feel you are letting folk down sometime, but go for it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Has anyone done this over the age of 30?

Hubby mentioned returning to study, and on a whim I applied for the college access course I need for uni. I've also been offered 3 interviews for good jobs.

So now stuck between following my dreams and scraping by on one income. Or being sensible and letting go of my dream for a well paid job.

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study for distance learning hnd level 5 in health and social care £3500 whilst working. Then top it up to full degree with open uni etc whilst working. You will get best of both worlds

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