Has anyone gone back into education as a mature adult?

[Kevinburrow]

I started studying for an (eventual) degree in History on the Open Uni, which I can't recommend enough. I absolutely loved it - I was capable at school but never took it seriously. Getting psotive feedback as an adult felt so much better, and I actually enjoyed studying.

 

[fraserbooks]

I did a nursing diploma when I was in my 40's. I did get a bursary and also worked part time so no massive debt at the end. I had teenage children so I could relate quite well to the other students. I enjoyed it much more than working full time and was able to get a better paid more interesting.job at the end so no regrets.

 

[Jon]

I did a nursing diploma when I was in my 40's. I did get a bursary and also worked part time so no massive debt at the end. I had teenage children so I could relate quite well to the other students. I enjoyed it much more than working full time and was able to get a better paid more interesting.job at the end so no regrets.

Sounds like you got much out of life (both in terms of a happy career and more money) then before you did the nursing diploma perhaps?

 

[DigitalSheppard]

Yeah. My partner has gone on to do a masters and a PHD in her 30s and - eventually - I'd like to learn a new skill/hobby. Personally, I'd love to do carpentry.

 

[Kimilsung]

Yeah. I study and I'm 20 years old.

 

[An-na]

This one. How could I forget this one

It is the classic place to go for pretty much anything.
Also, if you are at university the Khan Academy has it all.
Fantastic site.

Khan Academy

Learn for free about math, art, computer programming, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, finance, history, and more. Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.

www.khanacademy.org

 

[RedAlix]

I guess my firefighter training counts, 2 years in and almost at the stage of my final exams (theory and practical)

Learning a trade would be great. I do labouring so have picked up a fair amount but would like to learn how to plaster, do electrics and plumbing.