I have spent 6 years studying for my psychology degree whilst working part time in accounts payable and being a single parent
PLAN A: my plan until now was to start my Masters next September for 2 years part time whilst working, then after the 2 years find an assistant psychologist job and do a doctorate to then become a qualified psychologist.
Pros - its what I have wanted to do for the last 8 years and worked hard in my degree to get one step closer. good prospects once ive finished all my studying
cons - the Masters next year will be £7000 plus up to £5000 in travel and childcare expenses for the 2 years. It will be tough finding an assistant psychologist job, and more of a risk
PLAN B: to stay in my part time accounts payable job and do AAT qualifications for the next 3 years. after the 3 years my son will be at secondary school so can get a full time job maybe at my workplace in financial accounts as id be qualified for that by then. Then work towards my Cima to become a qualified accountant.
pros - my work will pay all the course fees and exams. I have a secure job in the field so easier to work my way up internally when jobs become available. good future prospects after all my studying. Its a safe and secure option and family friendly.
cons - its boring! my job isn't horrible but its not exciting. It may get more exciting the further I go, and I might learn to love and enjoy it
so.... what do you recon? what would you do if you had to pick one?
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help decide which career path is the best for me... psychology or accounting - pros and cons for each
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juicychops · 30/08/2013 22:55
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