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I've thought and thought and thought again about switching my career. I've chosen to pursue a career in nursing. I am 32 years old, is this too old to switch???? Please comment.
NO NO NO! You're not too late. Listen to this. I'm one year into my prerequisites and 1 more to go. I'm 35 now and I'll be 38 when I finish up my associate's. My mom went back at 59 and got her RN at 63! You can do this, and there's something to be said for the maturity of a woman in her 30's, 40's, and 50's. We've seen more and have been around the block a few more times. That experience usually brings wisdom, and common sense, which are essential nursing skills.
No, not at all. I became a nurse when I was 37. I am 48 now and going back to school for FNP. When I started nursing school I was pregnant with my first and second kids. Imagine how much fun that was? I actually saw my baby moving inside of my belly in nursing classes! I also used my baby pictures for my mother/baby project.
It is never too late if you put your heart to it.
no, age should not be a factor. It's about your passion and what you want to do. I've been pre-nursing for about 7 years now (life happened), and I'm at the stage where I have one more pre-req to go and WHEN I get accepted next year, I'll be 38.
Just focus on your studies and know there are others like you in age and aspirations.
HeySis, BSN, RN
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I agree, I was an LPN for years but went back to get my RN when I was 46, and there was one person in the class (with no nursing background either) that was older then me. Lots of people over the age of 32.
You spend too much time at work to not enjoy what you do, that being said I always encourage people to either get their CNA or to shadow a nurse for a while to see if it's something you can see yourself doing. If you've been working as a medical social worker you may already know.
Good Luck and Best Wishes!