We know the drill. Graduate high school, go to college, earn a bachelors degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering, get a job, and have a rewarding career. For a majority of engineers, this process is the norm. What about those that either don't have the means and motivation exiting high school or choose a different career direction initially? Is there some way to become a chemical engineer without going back to college, paying ones dues, and consuming additional, valuable time? There is! This paper discusses the author's journey down the non-traditional path to becoming a chemical engineer.