Am I Too Old To Go Back To School?

So I decided to go back to RN school on-line. I work full-time at an area hospital, unfortunately, the LPNs have been phased out of acute care settings. I have been an LPN for 30 years. (I started young ) I am finding it difficult to retain an enormous amount of work for one exam. Anyone out there have any advice? I would be very grateful! Thank you!

[Pangea Reunited, ASN, RN]

You're not too old, it's hard for everyone. My best advice is to suck it up and do what you need to do to make it through. It's going to be a rough time, but a temporary one. Focus on the reward, friend

[elaine6399]

I guess POSITIVITY is the key word. I need to keep my eye on the reward, you're right.

[beckyboo1, BSN, RN]

Not sure if you're doing Excelsior or some other online school. I tried both and could not stay with self-study. I decided to go through a local community college and now that I have pre-reqs done, I'm in an accelerated ADN program. Much better fit for me! (Btw, I'm 46)

[elaine6399]

I am in Excelsior on-line. I took transitions and passed, then quit. I re-enrolled and now have to take A & P. I like on-line since I work 3-11 and sometimes get home very late. I couldn't believe the amount of work for a pre-req class! I will get through this tho...

[Kandy83]

Yes, you can do it. I have had women in their 50's in my pre-nursing classes. Keep going and don't stop this time. You have the experience all you need is a little more motivation. Keep us updated.

[akulahawkRN, ADN, RN, EMT-P]

Honestly, if you're younger than dead and you've still got a few functional brain cells, you can do this. It's not easy having to do all that work for each exam. It's just not. You've got a ton of knowledge and experience, so you don't have to reinvent the wheel. Just add to what you already know!

[HouTx, BSN, MSN, EdD]

I don't know about you, but my birth certificate doesn't have an expiration date on it.

Go for it!!! Keep us posted on your progress.

[elaine6399]

I'm really grateful for all the support and humor! At least it helps when everyone is so encouraging. Keep it coming people!!

[glantman]

If it makes you feel better I am 50 and doing on line courses at excelsior. It is hard but just keep your eye on the prize. btw how do I pick an Avatar.

[pookyp, LPN]

Honestly' date=' if you're younger than dead and you've still got a few functional brain cells, you can do this. It's not easy having to do all that work for each exam. It's just not. You've got a ton of knowledge and experience, so you don't have to reinvent the wheel. Just add to what you already know![/quote']

Younger than dead. I like that. Lol

[elaine6399]

Sometimes I feel older than dead!