I am 36 years old and  want to change careers am I too old for this or out of my mind ?
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You are certainly not out of your mind and not old by any means.  People I know got their nursing degrees when they were well over 45 and are working, making good money.\n\nThe medical career is extremely rewarding.  You feel like you're part of the solution rather than part of the problem.  I highly recommend it.\n\nCan't recommend schools, etc., in your area, but wish you all the very best!
912909
I'm 21 and still don't have a clue. My mom is 49 and she still talks about what she wants to be when she grows up. Just keep going with the flow and eventually you'll figure it out.
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Don't jeopardize a lifelong career over this. It would be wonderful I know, but you can't afford to take that chance. You've worked too long, and too hard to risk it. Later, something might change, but  for now, NO!
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You can be thirty and a doctor, or thirty and not a doctor.  If you're lucky, you will eventually be thirty anyway, and you might as well have achieved a dream like becoming the physician you want to be by that time.  And lots of physicians have children, so one doesn't rule out the possibility of the other.  Life will be stressful, but stress isn't always a bad thing.  In fact, the stress of achieving is often less than the stress of not being in control of your own life, so you can be stressed and happy too.  I'm assuming that you are still young, and if I were you, I would go for it.  You can always change your mind later on if you realize this is not really the life you wanted for yourself, but don't sell yourself short by giving up now.
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What do you like to do? Go after that. You want to be happy when you're older and have been working in that job for a while.
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My mum trained to be a radiographer at the age of 38. I did my degree at 27 and my older brother has just started his dotor training atthe age of 34 - it's never too late to make yourself happy and try to turn your career life around. Don't put it off or in 5 or 10 or 15 years time you'll find yourself saying 'I wish i'd done 'x' course all those years ago ... but it's too late to change NOW' \n\nSo, no, it's never too late.
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If you love someone a job does not stay in the way of your marriage.*\n\nStay and give him this option of now or never.\n\nThe older we get the less desirable we get so getting or soul-mates young are better than being older three years your 28 and if he puts it off again.\n\nYou could be in your 30's and than what.\n\nMay dad told me this when is was around your age.\n\n( Of course he was playing telling me if i waited till i was 50 than i would be looking for a wife around 50 years old also ). \nSomehow dad had a why of putting things that made sense but he went way around the bush to get there.\n\nThat's because he did not like making my choices but he let me know in away he was there to show me a direction of my choice.
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You are controlling your life.  Deciding to go with the flow is your own decision. Even doing nothing about a situation is making a decision (to do nothing).  Don't be so hard with yourself.  I was well over 30 before I decided what I wanted to do.  Stick it out if you can.  At least with that subject you will learn alot about yourself (and therefore others).  If you can't stick it out then leave, and when you do learn what it is that makes your heart sing - go for it, get the qualification then - like I did.\nGood luck
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You are thirty years young. Always stay true to youself and do what you love. People who claim to have lost their taste for such things may not be happier because if it. Stick with what makes you happy.
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I am starting over at 40+ and which someone would have answered this question for me when I graduated!!!\nType in CAREER EVALUSATION TESTS, on the web. Any search engine will do. You need a personality profile and career evaluation. Then you have to decide! Good luck!
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Have you taken your search online?  Investigate your options.  What would make you happy?\n\nBecause of your dis-satisfaction with your current situation, your thinking may be temporarily "stuck" there.  You may be unable to see your possibilities.\n\nTake the time to explore what would be interesting and fun for YOU.\n\nYour age is not an issue.  There are NO limitations except between our ears.\n\nCreate your life and Go For It!\n\nBest of Luck to YOU!
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As a rule, NO! It depends on the situation, but usually people of that age have a tremendous amount of experience in their field if they have been in the same line of work for a while.  This should be utilized in order to avoid making the same sort of mistakes that can be made by a "newbie" that is still discovering the subtle nuances that every career has.  Granted, if a person cannot compete at that age and has lost the drive or enthusiasm that it takes to stay competitive, then they have no business being in that position.  Also, if that person is resistant to change and doesn't want to lead, then they are a liability. But if I were the head of a company, I would try to strike a delicate balance between seasoned veterans who are battle tested, and upstart prospects who bring loads of energy and fresh ideas to the table.  That way, everyone gets the most out of the working relationship and prosperity is abound! \nPlease excuse my optimism but I believe that people can excel when put in the right environment.
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It depends.\n\nIf you aren't married by 30 and you wanted to be married, have a family and a great career, you are in for a disappointment.\n\nIf you are married by 30 and aren't happy with your marriage, family, and career, you are pretty much stuck.  Unless you want to spend another 10 years getting started in life.\n\nIf you are 30, single, happy, great career, and that's where you wanted to be, then life for you is great.\n\nI am almost 30, been married twice, first hubby died, I divorced second due to abuse, but, now I am in a great career with excellent benefits of growing with the company, pleanty of travel.  I am happy and loving it!  I like the fact that I am not settled down with the burdens of life as a married person is, I don't have boundaries because of a simple piece of paper.  So needless to say, I would not change anything right now in my life.\n\nBut, it is a matter of choice and how a person wants to live and what quality of life they want.  Not everyone is the same.
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You can do it if you're prepared and eager about a few things, like studying for hours each day, and living as a student when others your age are in a different world.  Also accept the fact that not all firms will be open-minded when hiring you, even though by law they are allowed to discriminate.  They'll find loopholes.  Also be prepared for rubbing elbows with people younger than you at school, then possibly later at work.  You may have a boss younger than you.  I am sure you have the life maturity to deal with this, and some employers will be smart enough to appreciate that in you.  I went to law school in my late thirties.  I had a bit of trouble finding work.  I had to adjust to the age gap both at school and at work.  But there is nothing like pursuing your real passion.
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We have a fantastic opportunity that would fit round your current situation and given the right commitment from yourself you could turn it into a profitable business enabling you to give up your current job. We are looking for people to join our team in our health and beauty care business. We have the backing of a 27 year old company that is 110 countries worldwide.\nLike you i am in a job that i dont really want to be in, but since starting my own business up it has kept me motivated to see the bigger picture. I will be able to give up my full time job up and that will be thanks to this business. Everyday for me is a step closer to me realizing my dream and that is my biggest motivation.\nIf you would like to know more just contact me, do add your contact email tho!! Maybe like me this will be for you x.\nJust remember that where you are now is only a stepping stone to something bigger you just have to find that something bigger...
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You should definitely switch careers if your current job is not making you happy. It's especially true since you have no family obligations at this time - it's the best time to try something different.\n\nI made a switch from a lucrative career in consulting when I got tired of the job. I am now a writer, part-time stay-at-home Dad, and office administrator. My financial status is completely different now, but I'm glad I made the change when I did.\n\nGood luck!
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You could, however it would e very difficult- especially if you have a family and debt. The training runs $40K-80K depending on the route and you start out making less than $20K a year. I was a career changer at age 32, so I can tell you! Unless you are single with substantial savings or have a spouse that can support the family for a few years it will be very, very difficult financially. Mandatory retirement age is 60, so you would only have about 20 years left. You may or may not ever make it to a major airline captains seat. \n\nGo to this site for more information- http://www.jetcareers.com\nThat site has message boards with a career changers forum. Your question has been asked and addressed there many, many times.\n\nAlso, check out my site for some good advice on training and what the career is really like- http://www.geocities.com/av8trxx99/FAQ.html