Before I begin, I have to say that I am finally really enjoying being at home and spending all these moments with my boys. I know that it is not a long term thing for me though. The question is...what's next?
It isn't really a good thing, or accurate, but a lot of my self worth comes from my job. At least what I see as my self worth. I like contributing to my family. I like making a difference in others' lives. I like feeling proud of what I do. I know that what I am doing is extremely important now. I am raising my boys and being sure that when our world isn't revolving around the Army, it's revolving around them. I'm really not making sense. Basically, I am okay with being home now, for a couple years. But I NEED a plan!!!
So here is where I am struggling. Nursing wasn't for me. Teaching is better as far as schedule, and my personality type. I'm such a planner. But I don't feel passionate about it. I have no desire to go back into the classroom. I miss it at times but it's not where my heart is. I want something where I can still work with a population of people I care about but different than nursing and teaching.
Occupational Therapy!
I have considered it off and on for a while now. It is what I keep coming back to. I feel like it is merging my previous professions. I can really help people but not making life and death reactions or be stuck with the same class, same students all day, every day. There are so many options: kids, adults, geriatrics, clinic, hospital or schools.
My dream job...working with wounded soldiers. That is one group that I am very passionate about and respect tremendously!
Getting there is the hard part. I don't want to do backwards. The problem is that I can't do a masters program online because I don't have a bachelors in Health Sciences. None of the colleges here offer a degree for OT. I considered becoming an OT assistant first because the college here does have a program for it. At least it would get me into the field. Problem is they only enroll in the fall, so I can't start until next year. That doesn't leave me enough time to finish the program. :(
My plan...We are hoping to be in San Antonio next. I found a great university there with an awesome Masters program. I sent off my transcripts yesterday to get an unofficial evaluation. I am hoping I can start prerequisites soon and be ready to start the program when we move there...if we move there.
I would love some feedback. Is this a good plan? Am I crazy for switching fields again? I will keep you all posted about what I find out.
I think it's great. As you know anything in the medical field is the way to go. Job security! You have a passionate and giving heart I think it'd be a great move for you!
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