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I Am Done

This is a "good done"

it is very prestigious in my industry to have initials after your name such as CPA for accountants and ESQ for attorneys.

I have finished my masters and 3 other programs so I thought I was finished. When I finished my masters, I was notified that I needed one more class to get another designation. I finished that one. Then I was notified of a brand new program and that I only needed one more class for another designation.

It is very stressful. The exams cost and so do the books-usually about 400-500.00. My company will only reimburse if you pass. If you fail, you have to pay to take the exam again.

This morning I was scheduled for 10:00AM. They wand you when you enter. You have to take off all jewelry. You have to raise your pants legs and sleeves to check for hidden answers. I had to remove my glasses because some man had a camera and USB hidden in his glasses. There are security cameras at the front desk to watch the test takers.

It was timed and I had to go through all the security procedures each time I went to the bathroom.

There were 60 multiple choice answers but there seemed to be more than one correct answer. I am happy to say I passed and I am officially finished with my higher learning.
SW-User
Good. I remember standing outside an exam hall about 18 years ago, waiting to do a post-grad Accounting paper. I also remember saying to myself: 'You're 40 years-old for goodness sake. What on earth are you doing here?' When I came out I promised myself I would never do any more exams!
SW-User
Brilliant! We are having a karaoke at ours and I cannot wait to get up there and make a fool of myself...
akindheart · 61-69, F
@Curiosity: LOL. well have a few drinks and nobody will remember! have you ever been fooded out? i can't eat all this food
SW-User
Unfortunately, in this age of mobile phones, everything is recorded for posterity. i promise to post the film clip if anyone captures the event. I made this mistake of staying in a hotel over Christmas one year and it was far too much to take in.
bowman81 · M
Never a doubt in my mind that you would excel.
akindheart · 61-69, F
LOL. thank you sweetheart..i doubted myself. glad you had faith in me!
lasergraph · 70-79, M
Congrats. Sounds like big brother watched the whole event. I know there is relief in finishing and a feeling of accomplishment. .
akindheart · 61-69, F
@lasergraph: i took an exam 2 years ago and i thought it was bad. this was ridiculous
lasergraph · 70-79, M
@akindheart: Now days they may have to check for weapons too.
akindheart · 61-69, F
@lasergraph: scary isn't it?
NocturnalTide · 46-50, M
Yet another accomplishment, way to go. You are driven...always striving for more and aiming higher. Finished with formal education at last. Onto celebrate & relax/
akindheart · 61-69, F
it is officially over..woohoo!
LedRobster · 61-69, M
Wow! Never heard of such strict security in academia. Congratulations on persevering to the end!
akindheart · 61-69, F
Isn't that crazy? i am just glad i don't have to retake it over the holidays. thank you!
LedRobster · 61-69, M
Don't know if this is the US or not, but if so, you'd think the TSA would have better things to do! Lol.
akindheart · 61-69, F
i am in the US...oh boy. the stories i have to tell about TSA.
GJOFJ3 · 61-69, M
Congratulation. I hope they increase your pay commensurate with all your qualifications.
akindheart · 61-69, F
I sure wish. they said i make a good salary..to them that is!
sciguy18 · M
If I had to go through all of that to take a mandatory test, I'd be peeved too...
akindheart · 61-69, F
crazy isn't it?
akindheart · 61-69, F
@Pinkstarburst: if i could, i would squeeze you in person..🤗
@akindheart: I would SO let you and probably squeeze you back sister! 🤗
akindheart · 61-69, F
@Pinkstarburst: there is just something about you...you are without a doubt one of the nicest peeps on here.
Congratulation and well done :)
akindheart · 61-69, F
thank you. now i can enjoy the holidays
SW-User
You will have more time can enjoy me too😌 @akindheart:
Flipper111 · 51-55, M
Great!!!

Proud of you woman!!!!!!
akindheart · 61-69, F
Ihad PTSD yesterday..had to destress. i was so worried i would have to take it again
Flipper111 · 51-55, M
Hope you feel better today.

Sorry it's not beach weather.
The perfect de stress solution
Good job, I am so proud of you. Hugs
akindheart · 61-69, F
hey give me a call over the weekend!

 
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