Going into Nursing after age 50

[shinazee]

I am 52 I would like to go into nursing. I have no experience at all in this field. I would like to get into this area of work due to the number of jobs available, Am I too old for such a drastic change and where do I begin? I have a bachelors degree in business but no job.

[MrSensitivity]

I'd agree that nursing jobs today aren't as plentiful as they once were (my wife's been a nurse since the 80's), but comparatively it is a good field in which to find work. As to the question of age, 50 is the new 40. I started pre-reqs at the age of 52, entered a second degree BSN at 53, graduated, started a weekend nursing job and MSN program at 54, graduated at 55, about to turn 56 and working as an NP. Since you have a degree already, I'd suggest you investigate second degree programs and get to work on your pre-requisites. It's hard work getting there, but absolutely doable. Good luck.