The oft-repeated line that teachers work a 70 hour week is perhaps one reason why so many choose an alternative career.

The ideas included people developing alternative careers while working part time for the airline.

"It would have provided more security and given them better preparation for their next job or an alternative career as entrepreneurs."

He continues: "I always think of alternative careers, in case this thing doesn't work out.

"Society is much more tolerant of alternative careers," he said.

But that could soon change, union officials say, noting that many of their members are looking for alternative careers.

Dr. Myers said school officials were working with the infected student to help him find an alternative career in health care.

He had a good enough ear that an alternative career as a professional pianist beckoned.

Can you help shine a light on an alternative career for a former dentist?

- What's the problem if science graduates end up in alternative careers?