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The Back Up Plan: Penn Foster

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By Rebecca Duerrwaechter
In my earlier post I mentioned Jake and I having a back up plan. Originally I was applying for a federal job that would have helped Jake and I while he went through school. Well after getting several contingent offers they denied me because I'm epileptic. I'm using this as a blessing in disguise and am following another career path. Don't get me wrong I love being a Certified Personal Trainer but I also need something to help me and Jake as well.

Jake has been suggesting for a while for me to become a Veterinary Technician or a Veterinary Assistant. After losing our fur baby last fall I would love to work in the veterinary field and help other fur babies and their families. I am starting school at Penn Foster at the beginning of next month (June) to become a Veterinary Assistant. Even before I graduate the program I can still work as a Veterinary Assistant. At most positions I will still be able to provide great health care not only for me and Jake but also for Lando. Then after I finish the Veterinary Assistant program I can start the Veterinary Technician program.

While working as a Vet Assistant I can go to school at Penn Foster and Jake will still be able to go to school. I feel really good about this and think it can really go somewhere.

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