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Post by katiekat on Mar 13, 2008 18:38:22 GMT -5
Carol, I know how you feel. I was a one-on-one educational assistant for 6 years and planned to go back to college and get my teaching degree. However 2 years ago I lost my job because I reported abuse of my severely handicapped non-verbal student by a teacher. I was told to keep it quiet and refused. But the teacher still had a job. At that moment I lost all respect for the system. I am now going to school for nursing.
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Post by carol on Mar 15, 2008 22:02:06 GMT -5
KK, In 1994, I graduated from nursing school. I never really pursued it as I was going though an emotional time with my ex and I simply could not function. Nursing was tough for me. The program I attended, I felt, did not provide adequate clinical time. I need hands on to learn. This was my downfall in getting a clearer understanding of the concepts. I am very book smart, but was extremely anxious with the clinical . I have friends asking me to follow up with it. It just wasn't for me. Unfortunately, I would making more money, but I am back in school trying for my Bachelor's in Human Service Management. In the past I have gotten so far with my studies and lost my nerve at the end. I have grown as a person going through the due process with my son. It has given me more assertiveness and confidence in myself. I now feel I can follow through with this and make something more for myself. I even intend to do so more research and to get my masters. Keep up your studies. You sound to have a nurturing way. The nursing field needs people like you. You inspire me with your son. Keep up the good work. You know, I posted something on another thread about my son's art therapy. Have you tried anything like this for Sean? It might help with some of his negative feelings. Just a thought.  |
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