Is 35 too old to start a new career as a psychologist?

Don't be so defeatist! I will be 29 when I finally qualify as a psychologist (am almost 25 now) and I'm still sticking at it even though loads of my old school friends have well paying jobs now and I don't - they all say to me they wish they were still studying because they're bored! Do what makes you happy and fulfilled no matter how old, don't settle because in 50 years time you will look back and realise that 28 really wasn't that old at all and you had plenty of time left!

You need to go with what makes you happy and no that is not too old. Too old i when someone puts a tombstone on your resting place.

Have you considered a job as a school counselor while you're pursuing your psychologist license? They are badly in need, and you might find the work very applicable to your future. Good luck...

No, it isn't too old

It is neve too old to do what you feel is fulfilling.

Of course it is not too old, my husband is 30 and is going to university for the first time next year so he can change jobs, so if he can do it, then so can you!!

No, go for it...life is to short to not enjoy what you are doing. The best of luck to you!!!!!!!!!!

Life is way too short to stick with an unsatisfying job! I'm convinced that money is totally secondary to job satisfaction. I've met too many people who have nothing to look forward to but weekends and vacations. How sad, to get up every morning and anticipate the day ahead of you with dread. I've made three major career changes in my life. I embarked on a career in mental health at the age of 60. Take it from one who's been there: you are never too old to start anew. And if you are passionate about your job, you will never work a day in your life! P.S. I think you're overestimating the time it will take.

I tried to get onto a course for clinical psychology when I finished my psychology degree at 21. I was turned down because I was too young! In psychology they prefer people to be a bit older as they have more life experience which makes them better at their jobs. I wish you all the luck in the world with this!!!