What can i train to do that will give me a decent income in next 5 years??

[linmanuel]

I am 42
Have a degree from RG uni (2:2)
And have worked for last 20 years excluding 27 months off on mat leave in a variety of companies all in the comms sphere :

But none of these companies had good career progression at all -(last big company i
Worked for was so I currently work for self helping companies get online with social media
But I am tired of hustling

What else can I do?

Our tiler had a great day rate & owned a large villa in the south of France.

Yes my sister employs an equine dentist. The dentist is very in demand, charges a pretty penny and has a good practice across a few counties.

Also equine chiropractors are very sought after.

Teaching will give you a decent salary within 5 years depending a bit on where you live. Dont do it for that reason though - it's a great job if you love it, but if you hate it it's a horrible slog. A lot of people hate it.

@Borington

Accountancy, definitely. Within 5 years you could be on £40k to £50k.

In a big city in a big firm, maybe. Newly qualifed salaries in the regions more likely to be £25k or so. Massive salary variances depending on where you live and type of firm. Research needed.

Really need advice too, unfortunately abusive relationship has led me to not working, I did care for 10+years with little progression.
I want a career where I can finally look after myself. Im 33, so want something where I can earn a decent amount in a shorter time, and stop having to depend on finacial help in a relationship!

I like the electrician suggestion...!

Do mechanic's get paid well?

Cyber Security. Not too far of a stretch from what you are doing really. Hackers attacking social media accounts then start looking at wider issues for large organisations that we depend on. Lots of beginner courses. Look at Att&ck to give yourself a feel.

I had to get someone out to fix a tv lead yesterday. He was here ten minutes. When my bill was under £100 (£80) my first thought was 'that's not too bad'. Then later, I thought, wtaf?? My point is, a trade, any trade. People just expect a three figure invoice for tiny little jobs.

Following with interest!

Plumber. Ours basically auditions you to see if you will be compatible with him. Otherwise no chance. He has many houses but his principal residence is stunning. He is planning to retire in two years at the grand old age of 55. But you need to be physically robust.

Product management in a high paying vertical - pharma, tech, medical devices, energy, utilities. Depending on your background you may not even need to retrain, just go in at a more junior level.

UX?

Wow, sorry RL got in the way, and I missed all these replies so much food for thought

What do you mean product management?
Cyber security sounds interesting too

If you want a career where you can look after yourself, don’t do teaching no. That comes at the very bottom of priorities. Pit pony job.