[jfromnorfolk]

Im 27, have had a number of jobs in the past,but have never really known what Id like to do.

I have been researching into Occupational Therapy, and certainly appeals to me. I am thinking of going to do some voluntary work in a clinic to get a feel for it. If that goes well, im then thinking of a OU course for a year, then a 3 year degree in OT starting sept 2013.

At that time I will be 28, 29 in the December. I live with my girlfriend at the moment, in a rented appartment ( Which her parents own)

Id really like to throw myself at this, all being well I have a good experience working along side a OT. But the age factor,and also thinking how am I going to get buy just working part time is holding me back a bit. I have no major debts, other than paying for rent and car finance, and the usual type of bills,so im not in a bad position in that way. ( Also there is no tuition fees with the course as funded by NHS)

Just wondering how people get by, and if anyone has been in a similar situation?

Many thanks

J

[rhiandun]

Hi, i am also a mature student and will be applying for OT 2013!! Iam due to commence an OU course in october whice will hopefully give me required entry requirements. i currently work as an OT support worker, any advice you need just ask.

[jfromnorfolk]

Hey thanks for the reply :-)

what OU course u going for? £2500 :-(

Im hoping to get sum gd work exp before the degree.

Are you of similar age and situation to me then?

[math1234]

can you please share the link pf this course & funding information with me?


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[rhiandun]

Hi, the OU course is K101, an introduction to health and social care, it cost £750 as Its a 1 module course that runs from oct-July, if ur quick u may still be able to register, but I would check with your chosen uni this is accepted, I know it is for Cardiff, I started my UCAS application yest, so excited. I'm 33, from Wales. Been working alongside OTS now for a few years, and love it! X


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[jfromnorfolk]

Is that a 60 credit course?

[Barns26]

Hey K101 is 60 credits. I have applied for October x

[Ranibizumab]

Good luck!

I'm thinking of going back to uni, so can't really advise too much about the finance side (not been through it yet)

I notice you are from Norfolk? My friend works as an OT in the N&N, and UEA are very keen on mature students apparently! I think UEA also give you money for doing well (achieving a first, perhaps for AAA at a level, may depend what course....) So those sort of things may give you a boost.