SleepingTiger54

At age 36, I'm considering a full blown career change from graphic design into nursing. I've researched local nursing programs at my community college and a local technical college. They have an Associated Degree in Medical Assisting, or they offer a certificate program for nurse prep then I'd transfer into the technical college to go for my LPN then eventually my RN. Ideally I'd like to be the person in the doctor's office who calls your name in the waiting room, then takes you back to the doctor's room and takes your vitals (weight/blood pressure, etc.) and then says, "Okay so the doctor will be in to see you shortly." The question is, should I get my degree in Medical Assisting, or go for the full LPN/RN? Someone I talked to at a local adult career center talked me out of doing the degree in MA because there's not much of a market for it in Vermont. But why do they offer it then? I also work full time and have a young daughter at home. How will I possibly be able to go for my RN? I'm feeling overwhelmed, but I really, really want this. What would you do in this situation? Thanks in advance.