Thinking about the future

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miak

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Post by miak » Wed Mar 27, 2013 10:52 am
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Good morning guys

Need to pick your brains and would like your opinion pretty please.

I am at a point in my life that I need to do something about my career and future. I work for the NHS and I enjoy what I do and I am proud to say that I work for them... considering all this, I am tempted to do a certificate in higher education - Health sciences, with a view to persue a career either in biomedical sciences or medicine.

Are we allowed to apply for study governament loans while in an IVA? The course I will be doing is via the OU and it costs £5000... only way I can afford it is with student loans (if they say yes, may not happen as I already have a degree...)

And am I aiming too high? I know I have the brains (I think!!) and I def have the motivation... but I dont know if I should stay where I am, or I should aim higher?

Any and all comments will be most welcome! [:)]
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Post by Foggy » Wed Mar 27, 2013 1:00 pm
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Hi Miak. I can't comment on the loan front -- but I would say, if you have a chance ( and you obviously have the motivation and ability) then go for it!
My opinions are merely that .. opinions based on experience. Always seek professional advice.
IVA Completed 23rd July 2013 .... C.C. 10th January 2014
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miak

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Post by miak » Wed Mar 27, 2013 1:41 pm
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Thank you Foggy [:)]
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Post by Struzzo39 » Thu Mar 28, 2013 6:39 am
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Let us know how you get on. Good luck x
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miak

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Post by miak » Thu Mar 28, 2013 11:05 am
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Many thanks Struzzo39. I am waiting to hear back from my IP and I am typing a begging letter to Student finance office...

Cant believe I am actually going ahead with it if all is approaved... I deserve chocolate! Galaxy bar anyone?

xx
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