I'm currently in-school to get my BMET associates... I would love your advice!
Hi there, I am a newcomer to this sub and also to the BMET field. As I write this, I am currently in school at a community college to get my associates degree in biomedical equipment technology. I have about a year to go until I graduate. I am super excited about this profession so far and am loving all of the classes I am taking!
A little background about me. I actually already have been through college and received a bachelors in computer science and have been working in the tech industry for the past 5 or so years. Long story short, I became immensely disenchanted with the career path I was on, and decided to just start over. I certainly didn't take this decision lightly, and I thought long and hard about why I loved CS in the first place and why that aspect of it which attracted it to me was forever changed. I grew to hate my time in CS after AI permanently altered software roles and teamwork, and I'll never look back. I was not fired, I left voluntarily.
What initially got me interested in BMET is I love repairing and maintaining electronics and have run a side business for many years servicing AV equipment, music gear, and TVs. I am very detailed oriented, and read the service manuals and schematics to ensure I complete the service procedures correctly.
I guess why I am writing is, I have a few questions and am seeking advice from folks who are experienced and well-seasoned. I am first of all curious if anyone else has made a pivot from another profession into Biomedical Technology. What was that change like for you? I'm also curious if it would help/hurt me to include my bachelors on a resume. I am fine acting like none of the CS ever happened if it would keep me from appearing overqualified, or maybe it would help me stand out? Finally, is there anything I need to be doing at this point other than taking the courses to give me the best chance at a job? I really appreciate your help!
Thanks so much for your time.