Nursing Training Later in Life?
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Check with government grant programs...they used to be Pell Grants. Now I think they are called Federal Student Aid or something like that.\n\nMake sure you get free applications...some places charge for the "free ones".\n\nGood luck and hang in there.
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A couple of quick ideas from this old RN.  How about administration in Hospitals or Nursing homes.  It should be a prerequisite for all those at the top of such organizations to have your background.  I would check with your state requirements for certification process for either of the above and go for it.  How about managing a "non-profit" having to do with the homeless situation in our country or the "battered or abused".  See--I still think like a nurse.  They say that nurses are "born" ,not just educated to do.  Ask yourself--which am I and go for it.  You have enough "book-learning"  dear.  Good luck
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If you are in the United States, there are many two-year programs that qualify their graduates to take the state boards for registered nurses. These programs are generally offered by community colleges.\n\ns
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Yep, University of Hawaii at Manoa has a program. Here's the link.\n\nhttp://www.nursing.hawaii.edu/
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Yes. You can even get a PhD in nursing. My mom has one and she is the head of a "school of nursing" at a college.
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You can become a LPN or LVN at a community college.  I think it requires a 1 year certificate now in all states.  RN need 2 year for diploma, and 4 year for bachelors degree.  You can become a CNA (nursing assistant) with training, and you usually do the grimy work that the nurses don't want to do, such as removing soil from patients and feeding.
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Go to a teaching hosp and become a student nurse,you can take the nursing exam,or join the Ambulance Service(demanding but a lot of job satisfaction).
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I have seen ads in my local paper for hospitals willing to pay tuition.  Nursing is a critical shortage in almost every state.  Do some research and see if you have a local hospital that is willing to pay for your education in exchange for your loyalty when you graduate.
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There are a few things. One major one is nursing. There a numerous schools that have a 2 year RN (register nurse) program. RN's work shift work (not your mon-friday crap). The job is very rewarding and has many options for continuing your education through the hospital you may be working at. Another, still in the emergency care field, is a paramedic. A two year program is a basic degree for a paramedic.Again you'll be working shift work. But a much more exciting job if you ask me. Normally you'd be running a 24-48 schedule. Which means you'll work for 24 hrs straight. (Including sleeping if there are no calls.) Then you'll be off for 48hrs. So you end up with 2/3 of the year off!!! Either way there are plenty more options but those are just two careers that quickly came to my mind.
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It depends on the country you live in. I think after you graduate you will need to get a nursing school or something. It takes 3-4 years usually.
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I would contact the state board of nursing for the state you want to practice in. They should be able to advise you what is needed.
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Try visiting  www.discovernursing.com - you'll find tons of information there on nursing.\n\nDespite prior statements,  you do not need a BS to be an RN.   There are two-year RN programs and RN bridge programs for persons  who have an LPN/LVN.   The push MAY be for RNs to have a bachelor's degree,  but the  reality is that there is such a shortage of nurses  willing to work  in NURSING (yes, nurses work in  fields outside of active nursing),  that states/countries are creating  avenues to bring  in more  nurses quickly.\n\nWhat you can do with a nursing certificate/degree will depend upon the state/country you live in.  Generically, you could go back and do a 1 year nursing certificate program and become an LPN/LVN.  Or, you could pick up the sciences and other pre-reqs you need and complete a 2nd associates--the outcome could be an LPN/LVN or an RN depending upon the school/program you enter into.  Or, you could transfer to a university and pursue a bachelor's degree in nursing.
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OMG!! You want to become an R.N. at your age? You are so old and, your life is almost over. You would only be able to use your training and skills, to save lives, for maybe 25 years. Why waste the time and money to become an R.N.?\n\nThis question has nothing to do with your age. It has everything to do with your insecurities. Your fear of failing is showing.\n\nIf it is your true desire to be an R.N., you will not fail to accomplish your goal. Do not fear competing with younger students. Your life experience and problem solving skills will give you the advantage.\n\nNOW, MAKE A DECISION! RIGHT OR WRONG MAKE A DECISION!!!\n\nP.S. My daughter, at age 34, had all the same insecurities about getting her B.S.. She will graduate this fall. I'm so proud of her.
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As an LPN(same as an LVN) and a physically disabled person,this career doesn't seem to be for you.First of all,the schooling itself is very difficult and in order to get your license you must pass an exam given by the state.As a nurse,you have many things on your plate at the same time and have peoples lives relying on you.When I worked at the local nursing home,I was in charge of the floor and had the responsibility of caring for 60 residents.It is a very difficult job both physically and mentally.\nYou can get assistance paying for education,you might want to look at     other possibilities as far as a career.
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I think you are out of luck on the nursing front.  I'm not an expert on nursing, but even getting through school requires a lot of needles and no matter what part of a hospital you work in, nurses and needles go together like markers and whiteboards.  \n\nWhat you might want to look into is becoming a doula.  Kind of like a midwife plus if I understand it correctly.  You work with pregnant women preparing them for birth, you stay with them during delivery, and sometimes even beyond.  There is, of course, an association of them and training, certification, etc.  Link below.
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Hello!  Good luck with your quest for more education. I'd suggest beginning by contacing the university you are interested in attending. Most schools have a program for "continuing students." You can explain your situation and your goals, and find out specifically what is available to you. When I was a graduate student, there was a woman in my graduate-level seminars who was 82 years old!  She was a gem and enriched our experience with her presence.  Best wishes!
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How to become a nurse\n   \n  \n\nWhile job prospects in many areas are diminishing, healthcare is growing. With the nursing shortage predicted to get worse, jobs for nurses are abundant throughout the world. Unfortunately, along with the shortage of practicing nurses comes a "Catch 22" shortage of nursing educators. Therefore, nursing programs are difficult to get into, and many have waiting lists. The wait is worth it. Wages will continue to increase, and experienced nurses will be in high demand for years to come.\n\nNursing Assistant\nYou may want to begin your career as a nursing assistant or aide. This requires a short course of study, and is usually available from your local adult education department. In some instances, it may give you an advantage in getting into a nursing program as well.\n\nIt also provides you with a source of employment while you pursue your nursing career, as well as direct insight into the world of nursing. There are other programs such as becoming a Surgical Tech which don't require you to become a nurse first, but can lead into a path towards nursing. Often these programs are available through technical schools or adult education programs.\n\nLPN/LVN\nMoving on up the career ladder, you may choose to become and LPN/LVN (Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse). This is generally a one year course of study typically from a vocational school or junior college. The LPN/LVN works under the direct supervision of a physician or an RN. It is not uncommon for people to choose to become an LPN/LVN as a means to support themselves as they pursue their RN (Registered Nurse). Some RN schools offer course credit to LPNs or allow you to challenge some courses through exams. This practice is not as common as it once was, however, with the shortage of nurses becoming crisis levels in some areas, we may see more of this again.\n\nRegistered Nurse\nFor RNs there are more choices to be made in regards to levels of education. In the past, hospitals offered three year diploma courses where students lived and worked in the hospital and earned a nursing diploma, and then sat for their boards to become RNs. As nursing roles expanded far beyond the realm of hospital nursing, these programs closed. Today, very few remain, and most of those are affiliated with 2 year (Associate Degree) programs.\n\nADN vs. BSN\nThe two most popular courses of study today are the ADN (Associate Degree Nurse) and the BSN (Bachelor of Science Nurse). The ADN course is typically a two year degree program, and the BSN a four year program. The ADN program is often focused more on practical applications of nursing where as the BSN program expands into the theoretical realms of patient care. Most institutions pay on a scale based on education as well as experience. In recent years there has been a big push to mandate the BSN be a minimum requirement to be a professional nurse. Sound arguments both for and against this have been well presented, and thus it is still being debated. The nursing shortage is playing a big role in the practicality of this. However, for professional advancement, the BSN is usually required. Again, an ADN program provides a career ladder choice to nurses. Many programs for RN-to-BSN are gaining popularity. After graduation from any of these courses of study, nurses all sit for their boards to become Registered Nurses. This exam is known as the NCLEX-RN.\n\nMake Sure It's Accredited\nAn important point in choosing any nursing program is making sure it is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). This ensures that you will be able to sit for your boards. Not all schools are accredited, and can delay your licensing process.\n\nAdvance Degree Programs\nThere are also many advanced degree options including Nurse Practitioner programs, as well as Masters and Doctoral degree programs with various areas of specialization and practice. Most management positions require advance