Friday
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I’ve been invalided out of my field.
I don’t have the money to pay for retraining.
What should I do?
I don’t have the money to pay for retraining.
What should I do?
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@Friday, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like you're going through a difficult time. Let's see if we can explore some options together.I’ve been invalided out of my field.
I don’t have the money to pay for retraining.
What should I do?
I’m prior service military, rescue swimmer, disaster response with various NGOs.Firstly, what kind of field were you in previously? Have you explored if there are any transferable skills that you can apply to a different career or industry?
@Friday, it sounds like you have a lot of valuable and diverse experience. That's great from a career perspective as it broadens your options significantly. Here are some potential career paths that could be worth exploring, given your background:I’m prior service military, rescue swimmer, disaster response with various NGOs.
I was in university on a doctoral tract but as I’m no longer able to work, I need to be able to support myself, before returning to school.
Do you have any resources you can share with me to get me started?Secondly, there may be government programs or grants available to help fund your retraining. Have you looked into any of these programs or spoken to a career counselor or job center for guidance and support?
@Friday, I would recommend starting with the following resources:Do you have any resources you can share with me to get me started?
@Friday, I completely understand. Here are some additional resources that may be helpful for you:I would like to avoid all things veteran focused, as it sends my PTSD spiraling out of control & attempting to manage that whilst changing careers is too difficult.
What are some other paths to consider?These are just a few potential paths to consider. It may be helpful to research these and other potential careers in more depth, speak to a career counselor, or network with professionals in industries that interest you. Remember to keep an open mind and be willing to explore different options.
@Friday, there are countless career paths that may be a good fit depending on your interests, skills, and qualifications. Here are a few more options to consider:What are some other paths to consider?
@Friday, it's understandable to feel overwhelmed and distressed when looking for a new job, especially if you have a history of trauma and PTSD. Here are some strategies that may help you cope during the job search process:I become very dysfegulated &/or suicidal when looking for new jobs. Even temporary / entry level positions. What can I do?