I've changed my major

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I finished my pre-reqs last semester and was signed up for A&P 1 and 2 this summer with plans of applying for the ADN program in July. I've been dreading A&P's and quite frankly dreading the nursing program. I've realized that I'm just really not that interested in one-on-one healthcare. I suppose the $ and job availability pulled me in, but I know myself and I know that even if I made it through NS I'd be unhappy being a nurse. That's not fair to me or the patients.

All along I've known that I want to work with children (I own a daycare now) so I've decided to major in Admin. of Justice. None of my pre-reqs are wasted (except computer literacy, but I needed it anyway ;)) and I will graduate with my AS in May 07. Next fall I'll start my BA program in ADJU. It meets 1 night a week for 18 months. I hope to work in Child Protective Services or the Juvenile court system.

Anyway, I just wanted to touch base with the friends I've made here & wish everyone happiness & good luck :)

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Specializes in Med-Surg.

Good luck to you too!

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Specializes in ED, ICU, MS/MT, PCU, CM, House Sup, Frontline mgr.

There are many job opportunities in that field as well! I worked with kids for many years and the one thing I did not go home thinking was that I had not made a difference. You will make a difference everyday.

If pay starts to become a negative factor you can always go to Law School or Graduate school to continue to help kids. Good luck to you! ;)

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