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I need advice on moving on with career

hi, So I know I've posted on here quite few times about the same thing but still haven't taken any actions to move on from a career I don't like.

I went university and got a 2.2 5 years ago. I was thinking of going back and doing a pace or masters in something like nursing, social work, radiography, speech therapy.... however I get depressed because at the time I went uni courses costed less I didn't need to take a loan as I qualified as low income household bursary for fees. now if I do masters that possibly 20k debt, and time where I will not be earning.

I would love to move into something where u can earn and learn as development is something I'm not getting in my job.

I could try getting my challenging job in sector I'm in but it means filling job applications which I am terrible at.

I really want to specialise in something. I don't know what wrong with me, I have wasted 5 years and not taken any action or decision to change careers.my lack of action is the problem, I feel unable of applying for anything and selling myself.

Reply 1

National Careers Service

Original post by minjas

Hi there,

Sometimes we get stuck in jobs we don't necessarily want to do and our confidence can be knocked making it more difficult to find the motivation to apply for better jobs internally or take the leap we need externally. Reaching out for advice is a really good start.

You mentioned doing something where you could earn and learn which leads to me asking - Have you thought about an apprenticeship for a career change?

I know you already have a degree, however if you chose to go into a completely different career sector through an apprenticeship the funding will still be made available to you. You would earn and learn on the job and work towards an accredited qualification, they can be great for adults looking to change career.

You can check out vacancies where you live really quickly here - https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

Even if you don't want to apply right now, you can look over the vacancies to see what they would involve, the qualifications and whether or not they are a good option for you. You will need to fill out an online application and if the employer thinks your suitable will invite you for interview.

I hope this helps, if you have further questions we are more than happy to help or you can post in our dedicated careers advice forum - https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=5823068

Thanks - Sophie.