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I just graduated from a BSN program and I am 55. I left my well established life in San Francisco, California, 2 years ago, to attend nursing school in New York. Why? Because there were too many nursing school applicants in and around San Francisco and I wanted to increase my chance of starting school asap. It paid off. It was challenging learning all of the information and I felt I was surrounded by young student brains that were like sponges, but experience prevailed. I had years of exposure and working in various positions with all kinds of people that you can not learn in a school. I am admired by my family and friends for pursuing my dream and reaching my goal. Don't let anyone discourage you from your dream....no matter what age you are.

I am a 63 year old male. Work as a CNA and have a certificate in phlebotomy. I was just accepted into the community college LPN program starting in August '09. My co-workers and patients are happy for me and expect me to do well.

I am 49 and I am a certified MA and Phlebotomist. I would love to get my LPN License, but I am scared since I am terrible at math. It has been my problem all my life. Should I do this, I will be 50 in July. Please advice

I just made 40, and have about 6 semesters before applying to nursing school. All the testimonies are so encouraging to me. I decided to take the route of being a Registered MA, and it's given me 16 years of confidence to pursue my dream of becoming an RN. It's great knowing there are so many others out there in my age bracket who KNOW that maturity in life experiences will definately put us at an advantage. I look forward to hearing how WE all make a great difference in our community. Good Luck and God Bless!

Alio,
I am 49 and have been a MA for two years. I am now attending a great on-line university, it is called Kaplan University. I am attending school to get my BS in Health Science working towards being a Physician's Assistant. They offer many degrees in the Health Field. I have attended two other on-line university and I have found Kaplan to be the best. I hope this helps you in reaching your goal to go back to school without having to rearrange your life. Kaplan's phone number 1-866-522-7747 if you are still searching. Also you may e-mail me if you have any questions. dbrodie205@msn.com
Wishing you the best,
Debra Brodiie

Hi, I just finish the PCT course and 6 months prior to that I finish the CNA course, I will be 49 years old this summer and I am looking forward to becoming a full fledge RN. Even though I am not as quite young as the youngus are my heart and passion is to help those. During my course I find that PCT is almost similar to being a LPN in my training I was taught how to start an IV line,Phblem. and reading EKG. AS my quest for knowledge increased the urging and desire grew. I read alot of you all comments and I am truly bless to able to learn from each and every one experience have a bless day

I sometimes feel that I am too meek and quiet when it comes to clinical rotations. Many of the instructors have asked me if this is really the profession that I would like to pursue and I feel like they are trying to tell me that I don't belong here. I want to be a nurse. I really want this, but I feel like every door is being slammed in my face.

Sometimes I feel that I am too old to remember when it comes to the knowledge that is provided for me in the books. My goal in the nursing field is to work in the psyc unit and it could be in the nursing home or in a hospital. I am not certain as to where I want to have my job but I really liked the fact that this article addresses the fact about being too old to do this work. Sometimes the older ones tend to be a great nurse in a different way than a younger one. The aspects of thier goals are much different then the younger ones because they feel they need to prove themselves and by doing that they have gone beyond the requirements and shown a better sense of ethics.