Granddaughter changed her mind?

[djewkes]

DGD is 17, she completed her UCAS form before christmas (all nursing courses 2 x sick children’s, 1 x mental health and 1 x learning difficulties I think) she already has an interview booked... over Christmas she has decided she’d actually prefer primary education...
I’m guessing it’s too late now to change but does anyone have any advice?

[Tinkerbell]

Originally Posted by djewkes

DGD is 17, she completed her UCAS form before christmas (all nursing courses 2 x sick children’s, 1 x mental health and 1 x learning difficulties I think) she already has an interview booked... over Christmas she has decided she’d actually prefer primary education...
I’m guessing it’s too late now to change but does anyone have any advice?

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No advice, but as a retired nurse, it’s a good decision!

[djewkes]

Originally Posted by Tinkerbell

No advice, but as a retired nurse, it’s a good decision!

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I’m a nurse and her mum and dad (now separated are both nurses) and we all thought for ages that she’d be brill at teaching... she does coaching for cheer and loves it...

[Twin mummy]

Originally Posted by Tinkerbell

No advice, but as a retired nurse, it’s a good decision!

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As an ex state school teacher I wouldn't be so sure (about either choice).

Op, I would really get her to think about having a year out and trying to get work/ work experience in both areas, as well as some money behind her so she can be sure.

[Tinkerbell]

Originally Posted by Twin mummy

As an ex state school teacher I wouldn't be so sure (about either choice).

Op, I would really get her to think about having a year out and trying to get work/ work experience in both areas, as well as some money behind her so she can be sure.

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what a sad state of affairs when an experienced nurse and experienced teacher can no longer, hand on heart say go for it!

[Twin mummy]

Originally Posted by Tinkerbell

what a sad state of affairs when an experienced nurse and experienced teacher can no longer, hand on heart say go for it!

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It's so sad isn't it. Don't get me wrong, I love teaching but I wouldn't work in a state school now. It's no longer about helping children grow and develop, it's all about meeting targets (often unrealistic and not about what's best for the children) and justifying what you've done. Accountability gone too far. I'm sure many nurses would make similar comments.

I'm lucky, I'm now in a private prep school where we are trusted as professionals to make decisions which are in the best interests of the children and can foster a love of learning. I still work really hard, long hours but it's working at things that make a real difference.

[Bianca]

Originally Posted by Twin mummy

As an ex state school teacher I wouldn't be so sure (about either choice).

Op, I would really get her to think about having a year out and trying to get work/ work experience in both areas, as well as some money behind her so she can be sure.

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I agree with this wholeheartedly!

It's a really good idea to get some experience in a primary classroom(s) before training.

Volunteering would give her a glimpse into the current realities of teaching and would look good on her C.V.. I'm sure that teachers would give her lots of info if they know she's thinking of joining the profession.

There are moments when it feels like the best job, but there are, also, good reasons so many are fleeing!

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P.S. I think most school-leavers would benefit from a gap year of some kind before committing to a degree course and, potentially, a career.

[storm]

DD is a teacher , I was a nurse.
Please don't let her do either without getting some experience first. Have a year out working in a care/ hospital setting & schools.
DD had a lot of her peers drop out of both courses as they weren't what they thought it was about .
Nurses, long hours, low pay, shift patterns, always working out with paid hours.
Teachers on paper short days , long hols. When reality is long days & hols spent planning, giving your free time to after school clubs etc
Both are rewarding but they are hard courses & hard work.
Sorry to be a Debbie downer but I wouldn't encourage anyone to go into nursing without a trial period. A year work experience is sooooo worth it.

[coggie]

Originally Posted by djewkes

DGD is 17, she completed her UCAS form before christmas (all nursing courses 2 x sick children’s, 1 x mental health and 1 x learning difficulties I think) she already has an interview booked... over Christmas she has decided she’d actually prefer primary education...
I’m guessing it’s too late now to change but does anyone have any advice?

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Has she received confirmation of her choices.. I believe once that is received you have 14 days to change

[Gabsnoot]

All is not lost, our daughter changed her mind about her UCAS choices after receiving her offers, she declined them all . She was still able to apply for available courses at Universities through UCAS Extra, there’s a search facility on the UCAS website which shows which courses still have places.

We are in Scotland so available places for Scottish applicants were very limited at Scottish Universities due to the very low fees the University receive for them but there were plenty of places available at English & N Irish Universities.

It’s a very stressful time but it’s better that she realises now rather than after she’s started a course she doesn’t like. I’m keeping my fingers crossed she finds something suitable. Best of luck.