monimont30

hi all! this is my first time posting on this site. I am a 29 year old single mother of a 12 month old. I was terminated from my job when I was 6 mos pregnant. So I've been unemployed for over a year. I don't want to go back to do what I used to do for 5 1/2 years which was retail sales. So have decided to pursue my career and go back to school. I have decided on North West college of Pasadena. Classes begin may 13 which is a little over a week away. I know lots of parents are able to complete the course and exam with no problem. But am having some reservations about just going with the program. First off the expense of the program. As I have mentioned I am a single parent and have very little help from my child's father. The course is going to cost $30k and im expected to pay some of the amount out of pocket and get out dreaded loans. I know I want a better future but am uncertain if this is the correct route to go with being so expensive. Also, ive been out of school for sometime and am nervous that all that money will go to waste if I cant pass the class. Lastly I am also in a tight bind with child care. I have never left my little one with anyone and she is very attached to me. Im afraid that she will take this bad and act out bc I wont be with her 24-7 as I am now. I just need some moral support that this is the best thing for me to do! and after the 15 months all of this will be worth it. I don't want to second guess my desire to succeed I just need affirmation that I am doing the right thing and it will be worth it. thanks -nervous first time mom