Deciding what to do with my B.A.?
I am currently majoring in Psychology, but have heard many people say that you can't get a good job with just a B.A. in Psychology. I would like to work in a health care setting, but I don't think I would want to get a PhD since it takes way too long and I don't want to be in school my whole life. I heard someone say that after you complete your B.A in Psychology, that you can complete a two year diploma to become an RPN (Registered Practical Nurse). Is this true? I find it strange that you can become a nurse in only two years, but I heard that you are able to because you would already have a bachelor's degree. If all of this were true, would my salary be that of an RPN who has JUST the two years of college or would it be higher because I also have a B.A? Also would it be helpful to have a minor in Biology? I am trying to decide whether or not I should have a Biology or Criminology minor. Although criminology seems pretty interesting, I personally don't think it would be of much use (especially since Canada is not "so bad"). Any help would be appreciated. Also it would be much better, if people answered regarding to what is expected in Ontario since I don't think I would ever move to the United States or another province. Thank you I am asking this because I find it pretty discouraging and disappointing to finish university and have spent so much time studying in order to earn $10 an hour. People are telling me that it would be best for me to do an M.BA but I don't think I would like that as I am not really a "business" type of person - I am more into helping people out, not competing with them. At my university, the Psychology is not a joke they combine with a lot of tough classes including neuroscience and chemistry. I didn't want to pick a major I was miserable with so I chose Psychology. There are people I know that have finished Biology or Chemistry and have "worked hard" but also make $10 an hour.
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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What did you expect? You should have been willing to try harder in school and gotten a real degree. However, there are 3 types of nurses: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): 1 year degree Registered Nurse (RN): both associates (2 year) and bachelor's (4 year). There is no real distinction between the associates and bachelor's in the workplace except for advancement opportunities. Nurse Practitioner (NP): Master's degree done after the RN bachelor's.
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Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Should we go back to the hospital
Should we go back to the hospital?
I spent the night in Children's Hospital 45 minutes away from home with my 11 month old from Sunday night to Monday morning. He had spiked at 104 degree fever and was diagnosed with croup. They sent him home because I was able to finally get him to nurse. However, this morning, I gave him a shot of Motrin because he woke up at 8am with a 100.4 degree fever, and I took his temp again now (10am) and it's up to 101.6. he's still very uncomfortable, cranky, clingy, warm, and although his cough no longer sounds barky, it still sound like it hurts him, and I can't get him to nurse or take pedialyte anymore. We also got him a cool-mist humidifier, which helped him to sleep through the night last night, but now I'm worried about his rising fever today. I've tried calling our Provincial (I'm in Canada) Health Line, and the wait for someone to call back is 8 hours, due to H1N1 concerns. Also, our family doctor's office is closed until tomorrow, and the Pediatrician's office can't get him until tomorrow morning. I can't take him to a walk-in clinic, because my family doctor will kick us out of the practice if we do, because he and 31 other doctors in the city run an after-hours clinic, but it doesn't open for another 7 hours. Should I take him back to the hospital?
Newborn & Baby - 6 Answers
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does your pediatricians office not have an after-hours emergency number?? it should and you should call if they don't use your intuition-- if you think he can make it another 7 hours take him to the clinic if you don't take him to the hospital-- trust your gut-- mommies know their kids better than any doctor good luck and I hope he feels better soon.
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If his fever is spiking and he's refusing to take any fluids, get back to the hospital before he gets too dehydrated. Good luck.
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If the motrin will take his fever down for at least a few hours, I would wait for another 7 hours. If the motrin will not take it down, you should take him to the doctor. A fever if it gets very high can cause damage to the brain.
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Of course you should take him back to the hospital.
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yes I would. you said your son is not vaccinated and I hope the hospital knows that because your doctors are not taking you very seriously.
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Back to the hospital
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I spent the night in Children's Hospital 45 minutes away from home with my 11 month old from Sunday night to Monday morning. He had spiked at 104 degree fever and was diagnosed with croup. They sent him home because I was able to finally get him to nurse. However, this morning, I gave him a shot of Motrin because he woke up at 8am with a 100.4 degree fever, and I took his temp again now (10am) and it's up to 101.6. he's still very uncomfortable, cranky, clingy, warm, and although his cough no longer sounds barky, it still sound like it hurts him, and I can't get him to nurse or take pedialyte anymore. We also got him a cool-mist humidifier, which helped him to sleep through the night last night, but now I'm worried about his rising fever today. I've tried calling our Provincial (I'm in Canada) Health Line, and the wait for someone to call back is 8 hours, due to H1N1 concerns. Also, our family doctor's office is closed until tomorrow, and the Pediatrician's office can't get him until tomorrow morning. I can't take him to a walk-in clinic, because my family doctor will kick us out of the practice if we do, because he and 31 other doctors in the city run an after-hours clinic, but it doesn't open for another 7 hours. Should I take him back to the hospital?
Newborn & Baby - 6 Answers
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does your pediatricians office not have an after-hours emergency number?? it should and you should call if they don't use your intuition-- if you think he can make it another 7 hours take him to the clinic if you don't take him to the hospital-- trust your gut-- mommies know their kids better than any doctor good luck and I hope he feels better soon.
2 :
If his fever is spiking and he's refusing to take any fluids, get back to the hospital before he gets too dehydrated. Good luck.
3 :
If the motrin will take his fever down for at least a few hours, I would wait for another 7 hours. If the motrin will not take it down, you should take him to the doctor. A fever if it gets very high can cause damage to the brain.
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Of course you should take him back to the hospital.
5 :
yes I would. you said your son is not vaccinated and I hope the hospital knows that because your doctors are not taking you very seriously.
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Back to the hospital
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Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Torn between my mother and my gf. Need advice desperately
Torn between my mother and my gf. Need advice desperately?
Where do I begin? Story of my life: was born in the philippines, we were wealthy back home. with a single mom, working as a part time nurse, and a full time manager of a computer company. She left all of this to go to Canada to work as a nanny so she could sponsor me so I could come to Canada and have a better life. 4 years after her hard work working in Canada with a minimum wage as nanny, all her hard work payed off as I am now living in Canada all thanks to her. 3 years later when i went to Highschool, in my first year I met this girl online that lives in California. We both fell in love with each other so we both decided to work out a long distance relationship. We would visit each other every summer and sometimes christmas if it was possible. 4 years have now passed and I hve now graduated from Highschool. Going to university Me and my gf decide that we should go and live in California when i get my degree, because she is not really fond of the canadian cold winter and the lack of any little left of culture that canada has to offer compared to America. Now my problem is this,I dont know how to leave my mom in 4 years when I get my degree. She is clueless tthat I have plans on moving to californa in four years. Idont know how to tell her, i know she will disapprove and I also know with my heart that I want to live with my gf in the states, get married ther and have a family. what should i do? this is my question.
Singles & Dating - 16 Answers
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You are in high school. There are other girls out there, she is not your soul-mate. Don't do something this big over a girl, that's just plain stupid.
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Your mother brought you here for a better life. Now take advantage of it and live! Your mother has the skills to join you in California and probably make better money. She doesn't have to stay in Canada forever. And if she brought you here to control you like a puppet then it wasn't worth it was it?
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i feel sorry for ur mom this is wat u should do show your gf all the good things in canada when she visits and get her to know your mom. then maybe she will change her mind.
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You can have one billion girlfriends..... And only 1 real mom... You pick..
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your mom had you back first you dont know the girl that well what if she is a man
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Of course your mother will not approve or will want to let you go. She's your mom - and you will always be her little boy. Just move on. It will be a rough transition for all involved. Whatever you do, never forget the woman who carried you for 9 months. Best of luck =)
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dude follow your heart. your mom may be dissapointed but she can never hate you, your her son man. that girlfreind may be a once in a lifetime thing
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to begin with...any person with respect to family first and most important ur MOTHER knows is never hoes over bros! no disrespect to ur girl...but let me break it down to you and tell you how it really is in cali and cali with girls...lol a totally different ball game... so leaving you with that do say you move with ur girl and all...leave mom behind for who knows how long... both of you get comfy with cali especially her....different people...new people..new airs..new scenes.... two young adults just starting to explore new horizons.... how far is that gonna go?? honestly? in cali? lol think about it....
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Dude, your in college. You'll have graduated in 4 years. Your going to be a grown up. That means you make your own choices. Keep going out with your girlfriend. In four years, if you have a stable job and life, go ahead and marry her. If not, just keep dating until you guys both have everything straight. Tell your mom you love her, but your not a kid anymore.
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Let her know about your friend. You dont have to tell her now of all your plans. But her goal was to get you to Canada and get an educaiton. She did a wonderful thing for you and it sounds like you appreciate it. But the next stage of growing up is moving out. I expect she knows that day is coming. You lived up to your end of the bargain when you complete college. After that it is your responsibility to "fly" on your own. Your mom should expect that. The tough part will be the distance to CA and Canada. Maybe tlak with her about specific times you will visit and stay in touch. Still 4 years to go lot of things can change.
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tell her gently but as soon as possible so she can start getting use to it tell her that u plan to move to california and be wtih ur girlfriend but not for a while i am an adult now and i dnt want to be disrespectful but i think ima go threw with this. but i will visit u whenever i can maybe u should ask her to move to california?
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Sounds like your mom gave up a lot to give you a better life for you to just throw it all away. But love is a funny thing, If you love your girlfriend then you have to put her first even before your mother and what she wants for you. Good Luck.
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it is not often you find the one u think u should be with. if you love her and can be with her then be with her. your mother may not approve but she should understand. she has supported you in everything, she SHOULD support you now. she may even want to go too, may be good for her as well. but you do whatever your heart tells you to do.
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you should bring your gf to canada and introduce her to yur mom and then try to get them along and then when yur gf leaves tell her you want to spend the rest of your life with her. plz answer mine http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Al6imd9p9IBfvnkqk5.LJ1nsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20091012200015AAlOOnF
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Since you in a long distance relation. Try going out with other friends and girls....in case you feel attraction for someone else, don't stop & go with the flow...and you will soon realize that you are the same without her...but happier and so is your mom. You r in college. First love is difficult... but there is more to life.....get real...who do you think will take care of you mom? All these years she was a nanny to get a better future for you... hope you don't mind my bluntness...
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It's difficult to make decisions when you are clouded by emotion. Why not write down the pros and cons of each area and do a bit of political and demographic research? Perhaps there is a location between California and where you live in Canada that would be appropriate.
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Where do I begin? Story of my life: was born in the philippines, we were wealthy back home. with a single mom, working as a part time nurse, and a full time manager of a computer company. She left all of this to go to Canada to work as a nanny so she could sponsor me so I could come to Canada and have a better life. 4 years after her hard work working in Canada with a minimum wage as nanny, all her hard work payed off as I am now living in Canada all thanks to her. 3 years later when i went to Highschool, in my first year I met this girl online that lives in California. We both fell in love with each other so we both decided to work out a long distance relationship. We would visit each other every summer and sometimes christmas if it was possible. 4 years have now passed and I hve now graduated from Highschool. Going to university Me and my gf decide that we should go and live in California when i get my degree, because she is not really fond of the canadian cold winter and the lack of any little left of culture that canada has to offer compared to America. Now my problem is this,I dont know how to leave my mom in 4 years when I get my degree. She is clueless tthat I have plans on moving to californa in four years. Idont know how to tell her, i know she will disapprove and I also know with my heart that I want to live with my gf in the states, get married ther and have a family. what should i do? this is my question.
Singles & Dating - 16 Answers
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You are in high school. There are other girls out there, she is not your soul-mate. Don't do something this big over a girl, that's just plain stupid.
2 :
Your mother brought you here for a better life. Now take advantage of it and live! Your mother has the skills to join you in California and probably make better money. She doesn't have to stay in Canada forever. And if she brought you here to control you like a puppet then it wasn't worth it was it?
3 :
i feel sorry for ur mom this is wat u should do show your gf all the good things in canada when she visits and get her to know your mom. then maybe she will change her mind.
4 :
You can have one billion girlfriends..... And only 1 real mom... You pick..
5 :
your mom had you back first you dont know the girl that well what if she is a man
6 :
Of course your mother will not approve or will want to let you go. She's your mom - and you will always be her little boy. Just move on. It will be a rough transition for all involved. Whatever you do, never forget the woman who carried you for 9 months. Best of luck =)
7 :
dude follow your heart. your mom may be dissapointed but she can never hate you, your her son man. that girlfreind may be a once in a lifetime thing
8 :
to begin with...any person with respect to family first and most important ur MOTHER knows is never hoes over bros! no disrespect to ur girl...but let me break it down to you and tell you how it really is in cali and cali with girls...lol a totally different ball game... so leaving you with that do say you move with ur girl and all...leave mom behind for who knows how long... both of you get comfy with cali especially her....different people...new people..new airs..new scenes.... two young adults just starting to explore new horizons.... how far is that gonna go?? honestly? in cali? lol think about it....
9 :
Dude, your in college. You'll have graduated in 4 years. Your going to be a grown up. That means you make your own choices. Keep going out with your girlfriend. In four years, if you have a stable job and life, go ahead and marry her. If not, just keep dating until you guys both have everything straight. Tell your mom you love her, but your not a kid anymore.
10 :
Let her know about your friend. You dont have to tell her now of all your plans. But her goal was to get you to Canada and get an educaiton. She did a wonderful thing for you and it sounds like you appreciate it. But the next stage of growing up is moving out. I expect she knows that day is coming. You lived up to your end of the bargain when you complete college. After that it is your responsibility to "fly" on your own. Your mom should expect that. The tough part will be the distance to CA and Canada. Maybe tlak with her about specific times you will visit and stay in touch. Still 4 years to go lot of things can change.
11 :
tell her gently but as soon as possible so she can start getting use to it tell her that u plan to move to california and be wtih ur girlfriend but not for a while i am an adult now and i dnt want to be disrespectful but i think ima go threw with this. but i will visit u whenever i can maybe u should ask her to move to california?
12 :
Sounds like your mom gave up a lot to give you a better life for you to just throw it all away. But love is a funny thing, If you love your girlfriend then you have to put her first even before your mother and what she wants for you. Good Luck.
13 :
it is not often you find the one u think u should be with. if you love her and can be with her then be with her. your mother may not approve but she should understand. she has supported you in everything, she SHOULD support you now. she may even want to go too, may be good for her as well. but you do whatever your heart tells you to do.
14 :
you should bring your gf to canada and introduce her to yur mom and then try to get them along and then when yur gf leaves tell her you want to spend the rest of your life with her. plz answer mine http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Al6imd9p9IBfvnkqk5.LJ1nsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20091012200015AAlOOnF
15 :
Since you in a long distance relation. Try going out with other friends and girls....in case you feel attraction for someone else, don't stop & go with the flow...and you will soon realize that you are the same without her...but happier and so is your mom. You r in college. First love is difficult... but there is more to life.....get real...who do you think will take care of you mom? All these years she was a nanny to get a better future for you... hope you don't mind my bluntness...
16 :
It's difficult to make decisions when you are clouded by emotion. Why not write down the pros and cons of each area and do a bit of political and demographic research? Perhaps there is a location between California and where you live in Canada that would be appropriate.
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Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Social Service Worker or RPN
Social Service Worker or RPN?
Hey everyone. I just finished my BA in Psychology degree and now I would like to go to college for a diploma program. I am considering social service worker and registered practical nurse. I really don't know which one to choose I am considering things such as job availability, salary etc. Does anyone have any information? I live in Canada. Thanks
Other - Social Science - 2 Answers
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I see the social service worker being more psychology and RPN being more science related. You may be able to do the same kind of work with both. I would think an RPN would also provide more job availability in medical non-mental health areas. If that would also be appealing and you have a mind for or are OK with doing the science education then go that way. If you don't and/or really don't want to do any of the science work, then go the other way.
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Well it's hard for us to say since we don't know what you want to do.I am an RPN and I love my job. I work in a hospital and I make $26.05. Nursing jobs are pretty scarce in Ontario right now, especially for new grads but will change with time.
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Hey everyone. I just finished my BA in Psychology degree and now I would like to go to college for a diploma program. I am considering social service worker and registered practical nurse. I really don't know which one to choose I am considering things such as job availability, salary etc. Does anyone have any information? I live in Canada. Thanks
Other - Social Science - 2 Answers
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I see the social service worker being more psychology and RPN being more science related. You may be able to do the same kind of work with both. I would think an RPN would also provide more job availability in medical non-mental health areas. If that would also be appealing and you have a mind for or are OK with doing the science education then go that way. If you don't and/or really don't want to do any of the science work, then go the other way.
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Well it's hard for us to say since we don't know what you want to do.I am an RPN and I love my job. I work in a hospital and I make $26.05. Nursing jobs are pretty scarce in Ontario right now, especially for new grads but will change with time.
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