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am i too much in debt to make a career change? |
| Message Name: |
Debt makes no difference |
| Date Posted: |
08/31/2005 |
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good day everyone :)
I current work as an administrative assistant but really want to pursue a paralegal career. I don't care much for my current job but it pays the bills... well, except for my 20k in debt.
I'm worried that if I were to quit this job to pursue being a paralegal, that I could take a huge pay cut and land even more in debt.
What should I do? Sacrifice my happiness and stick it out at my current job, or take a huge risk and more financial instability but pursue my dream job?
Thanks for your help!!
Sabrina |
| Message: |
Check for schools offering paralegal certification programs that you can attend parttime. This would be anywhere from 6 - 18 months depending on the school. Sign up with a placement agency that places paralegals in permanent positions. Knowledge of Lexis Nexis or Westlaw is key as well.
Consolidate debt and work with a credit counseling agency that charges little or no fees.
Good Luck!
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