Originally Posted by
Kalmado
I'm 33, married, and work as an insurance agent. I make around $38k/yr and I absolutely hate my job. My employer isn't bad, and most everything is typical of a work environment of minimally educated people working in an industry everyone hates, but I basically do legalized extortion for a paycheck and I'm tired of it.
I originally went to Baker College (Michigan) for computer programming. The associates program is 68 credit hours (classes or either 2 or 4) and I'm sitting at 18 currently. So I have roughly 13 classes to go.
I'd like to quit my job and go full time, but my wife's income wouldn't be much to support us and she goes to school as well. We also have grown accustomed to a way of life and to break that seems very difficult at this point.
I understand people work jobs they hate every day while going on with life. It seems this may be what I need to do while returning to finish my education. If you have been in this position, what has helped you get through each day?
I was also wondering if there is a job I could apply for in the programming realm that does not require a degree? Or, is there a certificate program or trade school I should look into instead of returning to college for the associates?
Thank you in advance for any advice, tips, and suggestions!