Stonewall High (was RE: Question for British list members (school years))

[potioncat]

> Kemper now:
> Many also get their degree and enter into the workforce having learned
> a trade or other profession.  
> 
> I think the best paying job for the least amount of school (and
> therefore money)is an Associates of Science Degree in Nursing.  
> 
> I've considered it, but if just seems too damned hard.  


Potioncat:
There is a clattering of metal tray on floor and the tiny sound of 
bouncing pills fill the air.

Are you sure of that? Perhaps if you're comparing professions that 
require an AD. I haven't actually made that comparison.

I know a number of trades that provide education and on-the-job 
experience with a salary and benefits during training. We were 
encouraging my son to go for Master Electrician. He'd be making more 
than I do in 3 years. (I have a BS in nursing, and quite a few years 
experience.)

An AD in nursing does cost less than the BS, but it does limit 
advancement. On the other hand, it's not too difficult to get the BS 
afterwards. But you are right. Standard hospital nursing is a hard 
profession.

Potioncat, thinking that they probably haven't used metal trays for 
pills in years--erm decades.