Who Do I Need To Speak To, For Education Advice?

[EllieJP]

I’m 29 years old, had no idea what to do with my life! Had a child.. Gave up all hope of making anything of myself.. However.. I’ve decided that I’m still young and still have a shot! I’ve an idea about what I want to do.. But apart from a few good GCSE’s I’ve got nothing! Who do I need to speak to to find out what I need to do next? I’ve tried googling and such but it all just reads jiberish to me! Please help!

[Buenchico]

Contact an adviser at the National Careeers Service:
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/

[Theland]

You have taken the first step.
Well done.
The second step will come soon.
I totally admire you.

[tinkerbell23]

You totally have a shot!!!!

What do you fancy doing? Can you share with us? Xx

[EllieJP]

I’ve always had a thing for law.. I’m just unsure what kind of law to go into.. also something I’m hoping when talking to someone will make more sense..

[TonyV]

Ellie are you in UK?

[Mamyalynne]

I believe Ellie is Tony.

Make that first move Ellie then you can think about what to specialise in - good luck.

[TonyV]

ok Lynne then she needs to read this, but our legal beagles will probably give more advice.

https://www.ucas.com/ucas/after-gcses/find-career-ideas/explore-jobs/job-profile/solicitor

[tamborine]

Open University might suit you. There are discounted fees available if You qualify.

http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/choose/ppclaw?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=BAU_England_-_Brand_Subject_-_Exact&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=AAYZAS_mainlink&utm_term=%5Bopen_university_law%5D&&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwbTa_ajs4AIV7rXtCh2gdA9sEAAYASAAEgIsgPD_BwE

[tamborine]

OU is home study and there is a local advisory tutor to mentor you when you register.

[waterboatman]

Corporate law is a good branch to specialise in. firms pay good money for a good lawyer on the team.

As has been pointed out to you, the Open university is a very good starting point. You learn at home, and a local tutor will help and guide you. I think you can get a grant to help with the cost. The Open University: Distance Learning Courses and Adult Education
www.open.ac.uk/
Good luck with whatever you do Ellie.

[piggynose]

lawyer, dont you mean solicitor? Mind you if the poster is from across the pond then i will be quiet.