Which major should I pick- International Studies or Registered Nursing?
I've been interested in east Asia for years. It started in 8th grade and progressed over the years into the music, culture, movies, fashion, etc of Japan, China, and South Korea. I am now 18 going on 19 so it's been a while and it isn't just a fleeting thing. Since I was a child I've wanted to be a nurse. Even now I enjoy cleaning/dressing wounds. I wonder if I want to major in International Studies with a minor in Asian Studies. I want to teach English in Asia for a 1+ years after I get my Bachelor's (the degree can be any subject). Then I'd like to maybe get my Master's and teach Asian history/culture at the uni level here in America. If I became a RN, would that 1+ years away affect my remembrance/skills as a nurse? Would I have to do self-study during that time? I'd like to travel, how is vacation time for RNs? What is the market for a prof. of Asian studies here? Does it depend on where you live? Also, what other careers would a Intl. Stuides major be good for?
Other - Careers & Employment - 3 Answers
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OMG Nursing! international studies will have you living ta home with your folks until you are 50. Look at school with a vocation in mind. Nursing rocks
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If nursing appeals to you that much, then I would say that you are not going to be happy unless you are a nurse. Why not be an international/traveling nurse?
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NURSING! That is, if you want to get a job when you graduate.
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Could I still teach English abroad if I majored in registered nursing
Could I still teach English abroad if I majored in registered nursing?
I'm going into my junior year of university and I plan on majoring in registered nursing. I have a huge interest in East Asia so I was thinking of teaching English in maybe Japan or Hong Kong after I get my Bachelor's, although I wouldn't mind South Korea or China. Anyway, I just want to know, if I went away for a year or two to teach English would that effect my skills and what I remember as a nurse? I plan on going as soon as I finish my degree so I'm just worried that I'll forget a lot of what I learned in university and I'll end up needing to go back to school. So, does it seem feasible to major in nursing and go away to teach English for a year or two? If so, would doing self-study while I'm away help me to remember? Or should I just give it up and travel after I get my career going? I realize that there isn't really a concrete answer that can be given to this type of question but I would just like some opinions. Thanks. :-) By the way, I already know that you can major in anything and still teach English. That's not my question. Please read it carefully. :-)
Japan - 5 Answers
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That sounds reasonable.
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Depends on the type of learner you are. I learned algebra, but after three years of not using it, I had to take a math course that needed algebra skills, I pretty much had to reteach myself in a crash course.
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I 'think' an English Refresher Course would HELP! English is a Quirky Languange....Synonyom, Antonyms, Homonyms, Silent letters, i before e except....etc....lol...lol... Proper Grammar......Be ready to laugh a lot and TONS of Questions.... Good Luck!
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It sounds like a great idea. You'll have to work on retaining your knowledge, but in doing that, you'll probably end up the better nurse. The other nurses will zoom through, then their knowledge will start fading away a lot faster than yours. I say if you can do it, do it. It will be a great experience, and you'll come back a more mature student (hopefully!). You'll have a whole added dimension to your way of thinking which can only benefit you. People will think you're so cool in Japan if you're studying to be a nurse. People will also think you're so cool on return to university, for having been in Japan. (Or wherever else). Bye.
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YEs, as long as you have your Bachelors you can teach.
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I'm going into my junior year of university and I plan on majoring in registered nursing. I have a huge interest in East Asia so I was thinking of teaching English in maybe Japan or Hong Kong after I get my Bachelor's, although I wouldn't mind South Korea or China. Anyway, I just want to know, if I went away for a year or two to teach English would that effect my skills and what I remember as a nurse? I plan on going as soon as I finish my degree so I'm just worried that I'll forget a lot of what I learned in university and I'll end up needing to go back to school. So, does it seem feasible to major in nursing and go away to teach English for a year or two? If so, would doing self-study while I'm away help me to remember? Or should I just give it up and travel after I get my career going? I realize that there isn't really a concrete answer that can be given to this type of question but I would just like some opinions. Thanks. :-) By the way, I already know that you can major in anything and still teach English. That's not my question. Please read it carefully. :-)
Japan - 5 Answers
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That sounds reasonable.
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Depends on the type of learner you are. I learned algebra, but after three years of not using it, I had to take a math course that needed algebra skills, I pretty much had to reteach myself in a crash course.
3 :
I 'think' an English Refresher Course would HELP! English is a Quirky Languange....Synonyom, Antonyms, Homonyms, Silent letters, i before e except....etc....lol...lol... Proper Grammar......Be ready to laugh a lot and TONS of Questions.... Good Luck!
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It sounds like a great idea. You'll have to work on retaining your knowledge, but in doing that, you'll probably end up the better nurse. The other nurses will zoom through, then their knowledge will start fading away a lot faster than yours. I say if you can do it, do it. It will be a great experience, and you'll come back a more mature student (hopefully!). You'll have a whole added dimension to your way of thinking which can only benefit you. People will think you're so cool in Japan if you're studying to be a nurse. People will also think you're so cool on return to university, for having been in Japan. (Or wherever else). Bye.
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YEs, as long as you have your Bachelors you can teach.
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Could I still teach English abroad if I majored in registered nursing
Could I still teach English abroad if I majored in registered nursing?
I'm going into my junior year of university and I plan on majoring in registered nursing. I have a huge interest in East Asia so I was thinking of teaching English in maybe Japan or Hong Kong after I get my Bachelor's, although I wouldn't mind South Korea or China. Anyway, I just want to know, if I went away for a year or two to teach English would that effect my skills and what I remember as a nurse? I plan on going as soon as I finish my degree so I'm just worried that I'll forget a lot of what I learned in university and I'll end up needing to go back to school. So, does it seem feasible to major in nursing and go away to teach English for a year or two? If so, would doing self-study while I'm away help me to remember? Or should I just give it up and travel after I get my career going? I realize that there isn't really a concrete answer that can be given to this type of question but I would just like some opinions. Thanks. :-)
Health Care - 1 Answers
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Why not teach in China. With the trading going on between China and the USA we need more English speaking Chineese. Speaking from having clients in China, either I need to learn Chineese or they need to learn English.
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I'm going into my junior year of university and I plan on majoring in registered nursing. I have a huge interest in East Asia so I was thinking of teaching English in maybe Japan or Hong Kong after I get my Bachelor's, although I wouldn't mind South Korea or China. Anyway, I just want to know, if I went away for a year or two to teach English would that effect my skills and what I remember as a nurse? I plan on going as soon as I finish my degree so I'm just worried that I'll forget a lot of what I learned in university and I'll end up needing to go back to school. So, does it seem feasible to major in nursing and go away to teach English for a year or two? If so, would doing self-study while I'm away help me to remember? Or should I just give it up and travel after I get my career going? I realize that there isn't really a concrete answer that can be given to this type of question but I would just like some opinions. Thanks. :-)
Health Care - 1 Answers
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Why not teach in China. With the trading going on between China and the USA we need more English speaking Chineese. Speaking from having clients in China, either I need to learn Chineese or they need to learn English.
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Thursday, September 1, 2011
This old man's son is STEALING his SSI Funds! What to do
This old man's son is STEALING his SSI Funds! What to do?
I volunteer at a nursing home and right now this old man is receiving monthly SSI funds and other kind of funds from the government. (He was a taxpayer, US Citizen, and now retired). However, a few years ago, he was very sick and decided to let his son manage his funds, so he transferred his monthly payments from the government to his son. Now, this old man wants to return to China and has recovered from his illness so he asks his son for his money back. His son replies "In Your Dreams." Apparently, his son wants to keep the money and is willing to let his own father die unwillingly in the US. I know that it is nearly impossible to get the money back already, but it is possible to stop the monthly payments from the son and back to the old man. What kind of services is available for this? A Social Worker? I already left a note for the nurse and the social worker, who only works on weekdays :(. Anyways, any suggestions/help is gratefully accepted. Thanks.
Government - 6 Answers
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the only way his son can legally be getting his money is he is the rep payee. even then the money has to be used for the father. contact the local social security office, if the father volunteered the son as payee all he has to do is tell them he no longer wants checks to go to son. also inform social security of the missing money. as a payee you have to have an accounting (receipts, etc.) of how you spent the money. if there is any left it must be returned. social security will go after the son if he missuesd his fathers funds. call them immediately.
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You took the right step by leaving the note for the social worker and nurse. now be dogged and follow up. Make sure they are taking this seriously. The police need to be called, but you as a volunteer are probably not in a position to do that. But you can continue to bring this issue up with the nurse and social worker to be sure they take it seriously.
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phone the police
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Call Adult Protective Service. You can remain anonymous and they will investigate eventually.
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Help the old fellow to at least get the incoming money transferred back to himself. You are on the right track and you have a good heart. Be persistent and follow up with calls, always ask for supervisors to get your inquiry to the right person. Call the US Department of Labor - Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration. Toll-free Hotline: 1.866.444.EBSA Do it for the Old Timer. God Bless You
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TURN THE ROTTEN S.O.B. IN!!! and be more aggressive in contacting government folks. go to the soc sec office and explain the situation.
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I volunteer at a nursing home and right now this old man is receiving monthly SSI funds and other kind of funds from the government. (He was a taxpayer, US Citizen, and now retired). However, a few years ago, he was very sick and decided to let his son manage his funds, so he transferred his monthly payments from the government to his son. Now, this old man wants to return to China and has recovered from his illness so he asks his son for his money back. His son replies "In Your Dreams." Apparently, his son wants to keep the money and is willing to let his own father die unwillingly in the US. I know that it is nearly impossible to get the money back already, but it is possible to stop the monthly payments from the son and back to the old man. What kind of services is available for this? A Social Worker? I already left a note for the nurse and the social worker, who only works on weekdays :(. Anyways, any suggestions/help is gratefully accepted. Thanks.
Government - 6 Answers
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the only way his son can legally be getting his money is he is the rep payee. even then the money has to be used for the father. contact the local social security office, if the father volunteered the son as payee all he has to do is tell them he no longer wants checks to go to son. also inform social security of the missing money. as a payee you have to have an accounting (receipts, etc.) of how you spent the money. if there is any left it must be returned. social security will go after the son if he missuesd his fathers funds. call them immediately.
2 :
You took the right step by leaving the note for the social worker and nurse. now be dogged and follow up. Make sure they are taking this seriously. The police need to be called, but you as a volunteer are probably not in a position to do that. But you can continue to bring this issue up with the nurse and social worker to be sure they take it seriously.
3 :
phone the police
4 :
Call Adult Protective Service. You can remain anonymous and they will investigate eventually.
5 :
Help the old fellow to at least get the incoming money transferred back to himself. You are on the right track and you have a good heart. Be persistent and follow up with calls, always ask for supervisors to get your inquiry to the right person. Call the US Department of Labor - Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration. Toll-free Hotline: 1.866.444.EBSA Do it for the Old Timer. God Bless You
6 :
TURN THE ROTTEN S.O.B. IN!!! and be more aggressive in contacting government folks. go to the soc sec office and explain the situation.
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