[QUOTE=Swingline0.0.1;1386051]I am been laid off work for a year now. I am a Phlebotomist, and a culinary school graduate. Next year after I finish my B'S in Psychology I am going to graduate school. I have filled out and sent my resume to over 100 jobs. I am overqualified for most jobs, they say, or don't ever even take my calls. If there are 200 other people who also sent in apps and resumes, then I can only hope I hake a better impression than the next guy. (Or girl in my case)[/QUOTE

I've been a nursing assistant for 7 years. 2 years ago I took a phlebotomy certifficate program because I've been burnt out on the nursing thing...haven't been able to find a job in phlebotomy yet!..and I've applied. wish I could get all my sticks in to sit for the test although its not required in most states as of yet but probably will be over the next few years...it would be a step up for me although the pay is the same...I'd rather be drawing tubes than trying to change crappy diapers on 200 lb+ people as they're calling you names and trying to punch and kick you...

if anyone needs a job take an lna/cna class. you'll have no problem finding a job...turnaround rate is very high..I've been at my current job for a year and I've seen so many people come and go in unreal!...and the job application process has been quite easy...walk in ask for an app...walk out with your schedule in hand...its happened to me several times!