Hey everyone,
I might be starting a Day 1 CPT program soon, and there’s a chance I’ll have a full-time job lined up too. Just being real—I’m a little worried about how manageable that combo actually is.
I know you have to stay enrolled and follow the program’s rules to keep your status, but juggling that with a full-time job sounds kinda overwhelming.
Anyone here doing both right now? How are you handling it? Would love to hear what it’s really like.
Hey! I totally get where you’re coming from. I felt the same way at first. 
I’m currently doing Day 1 CPT at Westcliff University and working full-time, and honestly? It’s been super manageable. The coursework is pretty straightforward, and classes are usually scheduled in a way that doesn’t interfere with your work hours. Most of it is online too, which really helps.
As long as you stay organized and check in on your assignments regularly, you’ll be fine. It’s not like you’re drowning in papers every week or anything.
So don’t stress too much, you’ve got this! 
Feel free to DM me if you have questions about Westcliff specifically.
I went to CIAM and I think their workload is pretty manageable: 6 hours per week at most. But I heard that Trine University requires heavy coursework. My friend went there and now she regrets very much lol.
are you working in person? see if you can get a remote or hybrid job to cut down on your commute time
I’m gearing up for a Day 1 CPT program as well. As long as my job isn’t insanely busy and overtime is manageable, I think I can balance both 
I’m currently at the last stages of interviewing for a job that is on-site in Chicago 
Hopefully we got this! Are you still deciding which program?
I’ve already picked my school and now I’m just waiting for classes to start 