Is switching to physiotherapy at 25 worth it for career fulfillment?

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magicdraxraybunny

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Hey everyone—feeling a bit stuck and not sure which way to turn right now.
I’m 25, currently working in sales and running a side hustle; together, they bring in around 90–100k a year. It’s a good job—and I do enjoy it—but there are some things happening at the company that make me worry it might be temporary. Plus, I really want to be in a field where I can dive deep, get exceptionally good, and build real expertise in something.

I was an electrical apprentice before, but I dropped out. The work just felt unfulfilling, and honestly, struggling on apprentice wages was tough.
Right now, I’m looking at going to university and exploring physiotherapy. I’m really ino working out, martial arts, and that whole world—so it feels like a natural fit. Are there any physios here who think it’d be worth it? I’ve heard the salary cap in physio can be pretty low… but I’ve always been business-minded, and I’d plan to open my own clinic eventually anyway.

I’m also in the middle of a diploma in building and construction. A builder friend convinced me to start it—my original idea was to get a license and build on the side. But honestly? That’s probably way too much to juggle as just a side hustle, so I’d like to replace what I’m doing there with something more focused.

Any thoughts or advice would be really appreciated—thanks.
 
Combining physiotherapy experience with sales skills can lead to roles in medical devices. This is one of the most rewarding sales careers available. Breaking in can be very challenging, but once you’re established, you’re set.
 
Hey, nice going with that ambition solid start, honestly.

So, I did an electrical apprenticeship (Powerlines), and one of the guys from my group actually went on to become a physiotherapist. He ended up hating it his exact words were he wsa sick of giving old men massages. Now he’s looking to kick off his own electrical business, just like I did, and he’s back working with the tools at around 29–30.

Not saying that’ll be your story, but I figured I’d share since it sounds kinda similar to what you’re doing.
 
Do not start a degree now. You are already in another qualification. Finish that first. Get your builder's license first. Then think about university. Only go if you still want to. Otherwise, you risk a big HECS or trade debt. You could end up with nothing. Some people never give anything a proper try.
 
I work in allied health and run my own business. The physiotherapy field feels increasingly competitive, and the need for specialized equipment makes it truly challenging to start out independently. For occupational therapists and speech pathologists, the workload is immense, truly overwhelming. Yet, setting up your own practice feels remarkably straightforward and accessible.
 
Several younger colleagues earn over 200k with an advanced scaffold HRWL and a few other tickets. You must work hard to gain skills, and hours can be long.

Land the right project with the right company to secure strong earnings.
 
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