What to do with an MA Applied Linguistics? Advice needed...

[donovan]

Hi all.

I'm new to this forum so this is my first post.
I'm in a bit of a situation. I finished a degree in Theology a few years ago that I undertook without considering the fact that I'd be unable to find work later on, and last year enrolled in a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics which I'm about to finish in June. I took the MAAL because I love language, but I'm a bit worried because it seems as if I now have two worthless qualifications that won't get me into a career.
I'm 26 years old and still working in coffee shops and kitchens, something that's really depressing me. I'd really appreciate any advice from anyone who might have suggestions as to where I could/should head from here with my two qualifications.
I also speak Arabic as a second language, which is my only other useful skill.
I've considered doing a TESOL or CELTA straight after I finish the MAAL, which I guess would get me into a job somewhere. Alternatively I'd like to teach ancient Greek and Hebrew, as I studied these in my Bachelor.

I just need stability in my life and can't keep working casual, minimum wage cafe jobs. I'll have to take the military option soon if things don't pick up. Help!

Donovan.

[J.M.A.]

Go to the Gulf. You can research your options on the Middle East Forums.

[Heath]

Yeah, go for the CELTA.

With the MAAL you've got a start on the theoretical side of things... the CELTA (or an equivalent - but make sure it's a good one) will give you a good start on the practical side. Then, with a couple of years of language teaching experience...