I need to get back on my feet after a divorce?
Question:I am getting a divorce and I do not have any education. Not even a GED. I have 2 girls and I am with my parents now. How can I work and go to school with 2 girls. Does anyone know what I can do after I get my GED? I don't know what kind of jobs pay god with little college. Please help I cannot stay with my parents forever, I am 27. Thanks.
Answers:
You can do it at home using a correspondence course, similar to the ones they use for home schooling. American Schools in Chicago, Illinois is a great place to start. You can get a GED or finish up your high schooling and get a degree.
Get your GED and look into call center jobs. They are easy to get. All you have to be able to do successfully is answer the phone and be polite to people as you help them through their problems (with whatever the company is selling or has sold).
Pay attention to your reading and writing skills. You'll probably be given a short test before you get a job. Also, try to get in the Vocational Rehabilitation program in your state. They will help you get your education and help you find a good job with benefits.
Be good to your parents and thankful that you have them to help you. There is life on the other side of divorce. You have the opportunity now to show your girls how to be strong independent women. Good luck! :)
Find comfort in best friends and family. I went through a couple of very sad years after my divorce, but I always felt so much better after a visit or an outing with best friends who will let you talk and will boost your feelings. I also sought help with a wonderful family counselor. He also listened to me and I was reassured that I would survive and be stronger. He was right and I always left his office feeling stronger and more accepting of myself. Get your GED and pursue a career in something that interests you. As long as you are happy at work, you'll be happy when you go home to your loved ones.
While you're taking your GED, learn how to type and use a computer. There are lots of entry level clerical jobs out there that have good benefits. Entry level jobs are easy to get, but you need computer skills these days for almost any type of decent job.
You have received good advice and it is hard to add too. I have been there and it is hard. You are lucky to have parents to help and of course you know that already. In my home state there is a program for single moms to help them get an education. It pays for the education as well as providing living costs. The first thing to do is call your DSS office. Social workers are trained to know all the resources available. Call and ask about programs for you. You may just find that which can help you achieve an education with training that can provide you with a future. Be strong and determined to reach your goals. You can do it. Email me if you like. I would love to see how its going with you. Good luck! You sound like a great person!
Go to your local health and human services agency and see what programs they have for "displaced homemakers" and single parents.
It will not be easy but it is essential to get a decent education.
More importantly, you should be aware of the role model you set for your children. Education has many values - not just for the potential job but also for life enrichment. Ensure that your girl children - especially - know that they need to be able to be economically self-sufficient.
I would also talk frankly with my parents about the plan you put together.
There are very very few jobs that "pay god" right now - regardless of educational levels. I recommend you exploit the services of your local government and ask them for more than just economic help. Get career counseling - see if they have support to get you into Jr. Colleges. Often Jr Colleges will let you test into their programs without requiring the GED first. It all depends upon the school and state.
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