philpt

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1. Homemaker to RN @ 40

   philpt replied to LuKeeU's topic in General Students

   I was 53 in 2012 when I went back to school for my physical therapy degree (DPT). I had a ball being in class with younger folks, and got several job offers upon graduation. I think healthcare is a field where grey hair is appreciated. Bottom line, d...

2. Too old to become a nurse??

   philpt replied to MyteMite's topic in General Nursing

   OP - I started Physical Therapy school when I was 53, and graduated with my DPT at 56. I didn't have any trouble finding a job and had my pick from several offers. I think being a little older is an advantage in medical fields as it makes you look mo...

3. Am I too old to change career?

   philpt replied to mmaku2020's topic in General Nursing

   OP - here's some more info which may help your decision. Schooling: PT is 3 years; OT, OTA (OT Assistant) and PTA (PT Assistant) are 2 years. I have personal experience with PT and right now the job market is pretty good. My niece is doing OTA, and s...

4. Surplus of Nurses - should I think twice?

   philpt replied to Maple2016's topic in Headlines

   OP - I went back to school at 53 (in 2012) to become a physical therapist. I never regretted that decision, and I had several offers to pick from when I graduated. I also do business consulting & taxes on the side since I have a MBA. I think you ...

5. Am I too old to change career?

   philpt replied to mmaku2020's topic in General Nursing

   OP - I am a physical therapist but work alongside nurses all day long so I often browse this website. FYI I went back to PT school when I was 53 (in 2012). I had several job offers to choose from when I graduated. I think having some grey hair actual...