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Is it too late for me? - August 27, 2007 9:35:27 PM

garlandhook

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I have a BA (liberal arts, 3.75GPA, 1200 GRE). I'm 31 y.o. and considering a career change to P.T. . Is a MA degree required for most positions? if so, I will be in school for around 6 years and i'll graduate at age 37-38. Is it realistic for me to think about begining a P.T. career so 'late' ?

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RE: Is it too late for me? - August 28, 2007 11:11:48 AM

PainFreeMan

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It's NEVER too late. If you set your heart on PT then go for it. Two of my classmates were 48 and 49 with children (one was a single parent with 4 young kids) when they started PT school. They both graduated with me.

Doug

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RE: Is it too late for me? - November 8, 2007 6:26:40 PM

A20RepSquat

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I'm 56. I became a licensed massage therapist almost 2 years ago and felt the call to take it further. I'll complete pre-reqs for entry into PT school within the next 2 semesters. I'll be almost 62 when I graduate as DPT. Keep on keepin' on!

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RE: Is it too late for me? - November 9, 2007 4:38:54 PM

Kaden

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I think it depends on why you are considering a career change. If it is monetary then obviously you have to sit down and weigh the cost benefit ratio to making such a change.

If it is to find something you love doing and are passionate about then go for it.

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RE: Is it too late for me? - November 11, 2007 10:36:37 AM

jma

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Agree with the above posts. Its never too late to change.

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