I am planning on entering a nursing program in 2 weeks. I am worried that my age will be factor once I graduate in securing an LPN position. I am 60 yrs. old. I am in good health, have no aches or pains. Is age a factor. Is there a mandatory retirement age in certain nursing fields. Sometimes I wonder if it is worth it. I am really scared that after going through the rigourous program for a year I will meet a dead end in employemnt. What are the beginning salaries? Could I just work part time when I get my license? And can LPN's work as MA's. I see some job ads that say either or or. I need cold turkey advice. Thanks, Vicki