Quote: (04-08-2014 10:36 AM)cmrocks Wrote:
The only downside to nursing would be working with 90% females I think. Having worked in a male-dominated profession (mining), I don't know if I could handle that.
Not necessarily, male nurses are fast tracked to positions of management because no one wants to deal with females in positions of power. Especially doctors.
If you're going for nursing, I would consider also getting some form of a business degree to go with it on the side. Maybe an MBA after a few years of doing it (if you're serious).
You can also become an RN which would again, put you on a fast track.
I will warn you, most (not all) female bosses are horrible and with nursing you will get one. Game may or may not help you.
As for me, my backup career was IT. Started in desktop support as a college job and moved into proprietary web applications. Your journey may be different.