I have always been a big fan of education, and it is never too late to add to your qualifications.  The rise of online university courses means that students of all ages and backgrounds can  join the world of higher education.  Institutions like Western Governors University are running respected degree courses in many professional subject areas.  There is a raft of syllabus in topics that will help you reach the top in teaching and health, for example.  There is also a comprehensive departmental program in Information Technology and Business plua an online mba that mean you can add to your skills to keep pace with the ever-changing jobs market.  The beauty of taking a degree online is that you can continue to earn a living at your current job while you learn, and plan your professional future.