So here's my story. I'm 33 and have been working as a sales rep for over 10 years now. Hate it. Sales does not provide me with a sense of satisfaction at all for a number of reasons. I want to do something that is important and can have a positive impact on people. I have a bachelor's degree in business administration and there are a few colleges nearby that offer an accelerated BSN program for people in my situation. Here is the problem that I have and I'm wondering if any of you have gone through something similar. My wife and I have three small children. My oldest is 2 and my twins are 4 months. The income that I earn now allows my wife to stay home with the kids which has been great because the daycare costs would be very high. I can take classes at night to fulfill the prerequisites but the accelerated program would require me to go to school full time which would mean that I would have to quit my job. If you have done something like this how did you support yourself while in school? Also, I've heard that there is a nursing shortage but I've also heard that new grads are having a very hard time getting jobs with some people not even getting interviews. Is there really a shortage? Any advice you guys have would also be appreciated. -Thanks