Grumpy69

Hello all. I just registered here because I need advice from folks who may be in the know. Im 40yrs old, just lost my job at GE, where I worked the past 14 years. I have alot of industrial maintenance, machine mechanic experience, but there just arent any manufacturing jobs left. At least not in the NE Ohio area. Ive been out of work nearly 22 months, and Im giving up. Ive been considering taking the STNA classes offered locally, and wonder if theres a place for me in this field? I'd hate to waste the time, although its only a short course, and not be able to get work. I hear that guys may be a wanted item, but thats coming from the school... And if I do go forward with this plan, what kind of money can I expect to make? I understand Im never going to make the kind of money I made at GE in maintenance, but need to know if I can survive and feed my family. Also, I considered that if I did become a STNA, that maybe I would continue my education and move toward becoming a X-ray/MRI/Nuk Tech. Thats where I see myself. Im kind of a big guy at 6'1 and 300+ lbs, and kind of intimidating, but have always found little kids and old people love me... I appreciate any advice you can give me. Tim