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Dad Retrains as Nurse at 64, Graduates with Son
23 Jul
Summary
- A 64-year-old man graduated from university with his son.
- He retrained as a nurse after a career in electronics.
- He now works as a registered nurse and may pursue further studies.
John Adesoye, at the age of 64, has successfully graduated from the University of the West of England in Bristol, U.K. He pursued a nurse degree apprenticeship, completing his studies alongside his son, Daniel.
Adesoye transitioned careers from electronics technician to healthcare, beginning in 2013 as a healthcare assistant. After completing a nursing associate course, he became a registered nurse this summer.
He has secured a nursing position at Bristol's Southmead Hospital, where he has gained experience in various departments. Adesoye encourages older adults to pursue education, stating that age should not be a barrier to learning.
His dedication was recognized by his course leads, who highlighted the challenges of balancing full-time study with work and personal commitments. Adesoye expressed his lifelong passion for learning and curiosity.
