I'm starting school on Tuesday night!!

I've been wrestling with the idea of getting my EMT certification for the State of Michigan for the last month or so.

I e-mailed Henry Ford Community College to get info on it but got no response. I finally called today and talked with an advisor who told me classes start Tuesday night. :eek:

I applied online. The advisor told me to do that and then just show up for class so I don't miss anything important. She said I can apply for financial assistance next week.

I told her that I was an EMT in CT for over 20 years. She said that I could've challenged the exam if I still had my certification, but I don't so I have to take the classes all over again. That's fine with me. She also said to speak to the instructor and find out if I can just take the exams. I'd rather participate in the classes because protocol changes so much.

So, looks like I'll be a studying fool for the next 9 months. At least then I'll have a job that pays good. Plus I enjoy the work and I know I'm good at it. *pats self on back*

That's great, but what if you get the job at PetSmart?? Will you work and study too????

Looks like the rainbow is shining over you now. Good luck!!

Congrats to getting back to work you like, and that pays enough to keep you and the kitties warm and fed.

I am very proud for you! :) Congratulations!

Wonderful news Donna!!!
I can tell that you are very excited about this prospect--I'm so happy for you!!

Good luck!!!!
:) :) :) :) :)

congrats! Have fun and study hard!

Congratulations and good luck! :D

Congratulations Donna and good luck.

Way to go girl prayers and fingers crossed for you.

Congratulations Donna!!!
I hope this doesn't interfere with the Findlay Dog Park meetings!!! he he he !!!!
Best of Luck!

Congratulations on this decision, Donna. It sounds as though this could put you back into the position you want and the financial security you need.

Sounds like an EXCELLENT plan !

Thanks everyone! I'm pretty excited to going through the course again, since I've already done it once before. It'll be like a refresher class.

Staci,

It definitely will NOT interfere with Findlay Dog Park. My classes are during the week in the evenings. If I have to study, I can always bring my books with me :D:D

Slick,

If I do get the job at PetSmart, I'll work AND study.

Congratulations!!! Study hard, hope you do good!

That's great news! Congratulations! Sounds like a great plan!:)

Way to go Donna! It sounds like this is something you really love doing so I know it will all work out for you.

Good luck! :)

Fantastic news. I'm so happy for you. :D

Hey "Doc" ~

You doin Brane Sir Jury yet?
Or flyin on the Hopty-Kopter Crew?

So... How's it Goin, STUDENT!?? :D

Wishing you The BEST! ;)

/s/ Phred

:( Well, I quit. I DO plan on going back in the fall. The problem is I've been under an extreme amount of stress worrying about how I'm going to support myself with no unemployment benefits coming in, and only having a part-time job, that I wasn't sleeping. To add insult to injury, I couldn't concentrate on my studies. Nothing was sinking in. So I thought rather than waste my time and energy and not getting anywhere, I've decided to put the whole thing on the back burner till the fall. By then I'll be on my feet again and can put my best foot forward. It took alot of soul searching, but right now I have to concentrate on what is best for my overall survival. :( :( I hope you guys aren't disappointed in me. :( :(

I personally would rather see you put this off and maintain your mentally health, then drive yourself crazy. I also think that it is a good idea to take the class when you can get something out of it.

You are doing what is right for you, how can that be wrong?

I know that you will find something soon.:) Then when the class comes up again you will be in a better postion to take it.

I will be keeping you in my prayers and also holding good thoughts that you find something soon.:)

Keep us updated.

Thanks Bryan! ;)

Donna we would never be disappointed in you!! You have done so much to enrich lives of people and kitties!!! You take care of yourself first!!!!

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Originally posted by shais_mom
Donna we would never be disappointed in you!! You have done so much to enrich lives of people and kitties!!! You take care of yourself first!!!!

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Agreed! :D :D :D