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I Was Furloughed For 5 Months, And That Time Allowed Me To Excel In My Studies

Furloughed from my job for 5 months, allowed me to dedicate my time to my studies.

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I Was Furloughed For 5 Months, And That Time Allowed Me To Excel In My Studies

At the start of March 2020, I had no idea that my daily routine would be completely altered. I had no idea that this would last for five months.

Working retail for three years and going to school was so stressful, and time management was key in order to succeed in both my studies and work. When I was informed that I was going to be furloughed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I knew being bored at home would not be a problem for me.

I was able to achieve so much in my five months of being furloughed. I became a Certified Pharmacy Technician, got my Associate's in Applied Science focused on Pharmacy Technology, was accepted as a transfer student to the University of Texas at San Antonio and started a new career!

Now, would these accomplishments have happened without the pandemic and my furloughed status?

Yes.

But, the dedicated time I had to study for my PTCE (Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam) was greatly increased, and I was able to pass on the first time.

After passing my PTCE exam, everything else aligned, and my accomplishments all came rushing in. Most importantly, finding a job during this time was greatly appreciated. To have a hospital request me to work at their hospital was just one of the best pieces of news I received during my furlough.

I do not see my furlough as a bad event in my life. I see my furlough as the break I needed to focus on school and my accomplishments.

Returning to the work force was greatly anticipated, as I was used to having a busy schedule. I hope others were able to make the most of their furloughed status and focus on school... or whatever their focus may be.

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