I am 48 yrs. old, my kids are grown, and I want to become an RN, and I'm thinking of doing it LPN first, and then while working after I will get my RN. I am uncomfortable with my age and attending classes with all young students... Does anyone know if this would bother them, or if this is common today? I need advice! :) Thanks...
2006-10-15 02:31:07 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Oh honey! I am 38 and in the final year of my History/Religious Studies/Medieval studies undergrad degree.
First, I say GO FOR IT! It was the best thing I have ever done. Second, at this level it doesn't matter if the younger students don't like you... they won't say anything and the Professors love an older student who is there because they want to be, not because mommy and daddy are paying for it.
It won't be all young students. There will be several "non-Traditional" students there too.
The biggest thing is that you are there and you are making your dream come true. I have been told that doing this is courageous and brave. Many younger students think its amazing that I am doing this and really look to me as a role model for them. I am wary of this, but here I am the wise, older woman... not the old broad in class...
GO FOR IT! Won't you regret it if you don't? What will you be doing in 4 years anyway? Follow you Bliss... make your dreams a reality. It can happen. It has happened. I did it. You can too! Blessings!
2006-10-15 04:53:56 · answer #1 · answered by redheadedcyclone 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know of many people who go back to school and are not young kids anymore. Is there a school that specializes in older students? If not I say enjoy the kids, you might be able to impart some wisdom on them.
2006-10-15 09:39:54 · answer #2 · answered by di12381 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm an older student, too.
Community colleges and other commuter-oriented schools tend to have more of us; four-year residential schools still tend to be youth-dominated.
A lot of kids don't know how to react to us; they can come across as rather unfriendly. We don't bother them per se; a number seem to silently appreciate us, as we actually ask questions. In smaller classes, you'll be more likely to find a warmer reception.
2006-10-15 09:56:04 · answer #3 · answered by kent_shakespear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for it!
They have to learn too and who cares if there is someone who is older than them in their class.
When I was doing my undergraduate and graduate work, there was always several students who were older. They gave us helpful insight.
If they have a problem with you being in their class, then screw them. They have to deal with it!
2006-10-15 09:40:31 · answer #4 · answered by Melissa F 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is never too late to go back to school.If you want it just do it.Young students won't be bothered by your presence,just try not to be someone who claims to guide them because they need to feel you are one of them
2006-10-15 09:36:16 · answer #5 · answered by Brenno 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋