Choosing A Career Field

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Choosing a career field is not a simple task. There is much to be considered when making such an important decision. Some considerations include: amount of education needed, ability to perform job duties, hourly commitment, salary, and other benefits. My mom was a Licensed Practical Nurse. I remember her working and going to tech school to obtain her degree when I was young. She loved being a nurse and talked about it constantly. When I was a freshman in high school I had my entire future planned. I was going to join the Navy immediately after graduation and study marine biology while I was enlisted. The summer of my senior year I found out I was pregnant and my plan was no longer the correct plan. I knew at that moment I would not be joining

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