Too old to retrain?

[AmItooold65]

I am a 55 year old woman and I want to retrain as a speech and language therapist. My children have flown the nest and I am no longer tied to a particular area. After being unhappy most of my career - stuck with it for financial reasons - I feel it’s time to do something for me. Am I being ridiculous? Is this a mid life crisis?

Please go for it! I'm a 3rd year student nurse, I'll be 51 when I qualify. All I've had is support from people.

I would highly recommend volunteering in a SLT team or private practice. Get some observations under your belt as competitive can be tough to get onto the degree course. Also be aware that you might need to travel quite a long way for placements etc.i.do not think that you are too old and it's a fantastic job!

Hat tip your daughter for phoning to apologise for her initial reaction. Obviously great parents. 😃

Fees are still paid if you train in Wales, and you have to agree to work in Wales for two years after you qualify. You would have to get a bursary or student loan for living expenses. Many of us work part-time too.