Moving to San Diego. Looking for advice.

[Fryguy88]

So, I have decided to move back to San Diego after 7 years in Phoenix, AZ. While I was out there I was going to school for my Associates Degree (nursing). I have everything done except Physiology and Microbiology and I found out yesterday that acceptance to the program will be based on points and not lottery like it is in AZ. Here is where I am lost. I now know that I would like to get a BSN, however, I don't know what would be the best way to accumulate points in order to maximize my chances of being accepted to a program. I have applied to Palomar, Miracosta, and Grossmont and being an out of state transfer I know that I will have a hard time getting into those last 2 courses. Im going to have to work while I am in school and being 31 years old I feel like I am pressed for time and really need to get this done. The idea of getting my CNA is an option while waiting to get into the program. I also would like to get a job in the health care field while pursuing my degree. So.... where do I go from here? Will getting my CNA give me the opportunity to at least get a health care related job while finishing my degree? What if it's 2 years before I finally get into the program and then another 2 years to finish? Im just really scared and any advice from people who are in the same position or have gone through the same experience would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks.