My husband told me I was too old to be an LPN

Tell your husband he’s too old to be having sexy time anymore…he could break a hip…:joy: No Mama…You’re not too old!! Go for it!!!

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Your never too old to follow your dreams…An 86 year old woman wanted to complete high school and that is what she did and graduated…Go for it

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No you are not to old. Go for it

NEVER too old to follow your dreams! Go for it!!!

No, you aren’t too old. When I went to school in the 1980s, there was a lady in my class in her late 40s. I think she was going to turn 50 soon. So no, you aren’t too old. And LPNs have pretty good earning power these days. Don’t let him talk you out of it. When I went, it was necessary. I was in a bad marriage, nearly on the verge of divorce. He was trying to get me not to go so I would be dependent on him for the kids’ and my support. He tried everything he could to make me fail, but I graduated at the top of my class and made the second highest score in the state on the state board exams for my license. Back then we made peanuts for money, but it was steady work wherever you went. I’m old and retired now. Disabled. But you can do it. The money is tons better and you get way more recognition for being an LPN. Go for it and the best of luck!

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Most nurses I work with started school around their 30s. SO NO you are NOT too old to become a LPN

I got my bookkeeper and payroll designations at 50. Age is only a number! I say go for it. It is gruelling going back to school but well worth the end result.

Omg u are so young…im retired lpn 68, but I would suggest go Rn…more money,more respect…! Only 2yrs!

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No he is wrong! Follow your dreams

Never to old to pursue your dreams. And 32 is super young.

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Go for your dream !!!

46 and I graduate in June. You’re never too old!!

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Go for it , I was a stay at home Mom with my kids.
When they went to school, I was 34, I went to get my LPN, it works out great ,
I wanted to go on for my RN, but never did

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Not too old. No way.

He is ridiculous. Complete your program and you’ll have 30 plus years to work in your chosen field. Follow your dream!

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Who asked him, anyway? :roll_eyes::roll_eyes:

Don’t let anyone move you away from your dreams, becoming a nurse is still achievable and travel nurses make big money!!! Time away from him may be a blessing!!!

You’re young enough to go to school to be anything you want.

Go for it! I went to LPN school first and we had a lady who was 60 and she did great. The money is far more than what you would spend on school if that’s an issue for him! Good Luck.

I absolutely disagree with your husband. He should be encouraging, not discouraging. Three years after HS graduation I went into an LPN program, a one year program. A week before graduation my instructor called me into her office and encouraged to me to complete an application for the new Associate Degree I completed the program to become an RN. Twelve years and two kids later, I started taking courses towards my Bachelors degree and three years later I completed my Masters all while working the 11P-7A shift as an RN, taking care of the kids and doing everything else. Don’t let anyone, not even a husband, discourage you from following your dreams. Time to put yourself first. You can do anything you set your mind to do so GO FOR IT GIRL! P.S. Shame on your husband!

You can do this don’t let anyone or anything stand in your way proud of you :100:

No, you are not too old. I was an LPN before I had to go on disability. In my class were people in their 60s.

I was 32 when I went back to school for my rn. I was in classes with 40 and 50 year olds as well. If anything, you’re more determined and responsible so you will probably do better. I say go for it. Your husband doesn’t know what he’s talking about.

Omg no never too old!!!

Go for it. Never too old to be a nurse.

Do it, not like he can actually stop you and if that’s not okay with him well honey you can get a whole new husband just throw that one out :rofl: but no really, don’t let him discourage you and not do it

My coworker didn’t get hers until she was 50… it’s never too late

You are not too old. That’s ridiculous. Go for it!!!

Uh, no.
DO IT.

Odds are he’s trying to talk you out of it because he’s comfortable with things the way they are. :100:

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You are not too old he is just a hater. Do what makes you happy!

That’s absolutely ridiculous for him to say. You’re still young. Go for it.

Sorry (not sorry) …you are NOT too old. !!! Go for it !!! Never let someone crush you’re dreams. You will always regret it if you don’t do it. You’re husband should encourage not discourage. Best wishes !!!

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I worked with an LPN in her 60s. You’re young. If you really enjoy the LPN program consider doing the RN Bridge. Good luck to you!

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Never to old to do anything. Men are fools

…I have had nurses from every age and experience level, not really a factor.

Absolutely do not agree with your husband!!! Follow your passion and go for it! You’ll have years to give to something you obviously love!!:kissing_heart:

what the heck is wrong with him ?

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Go get your nursing degree and show him what you’re made of

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no and i know someone whos in her fifties going for a few more medical classes.and one in forties that went for medical and other different classes non medical

You’re NEVER to old!

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Wow a husband that don’t support. Anyway yes u can do lpn. I was 28 when I first went. I ended up pregnant and was going to miss too much clinical. But I know someone who is in their 40s that j u st got their lpn.

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Im 53 and im getting my lpn go now while you are still young

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Go for it! My aunt did the same thing when she was in her mid 30’s and she had a long and fulfilling career with a local hospital. She didn’t retire until she was in her mid-60’s and even then went part time on a call in as needed basis. Go do you! You will be miserable if you let this opportunity go by.

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You are far from too old!

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No offense but Fuck him. Do it. You can do it.

No you’re not too old. It sounds like Ike he’s trying to undermine your confidence and personal goals. I know people who have become nurses in their 50’s.

Just do it! He might feel insecure about it

Well you will be 34 with or with out the LPN so go for it. Don’t let anyone stop you.

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Go for it. He shouldn’t discourage you. You can do anything you want to do. Age is just a number.

No, Go for whatever is your dream. I am 36 going on 37 and I am the Founder, CEO, RPM and Property Owner for a disabled housing that houses disabled and disabled veterans.

Go for it don’t listen to others it is what you want a good job just do it

Your never too old if you have the desire and can commit to school then go for it to let anyone stand in your way( I’ll be 49 in June and plan on going back to school in the fall) just follow your dreams and your heart

If you want to be a nurse, go for it. Don’t let anyone tell you you are too old.

You are young!!! Do it!!!

I completely changed careers at 48

Not too old, you can still have a 20 year career as a nurse. Do it to prove him wrong

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You are never too old for a change. If you are in a position to go then go. You deserve to be happy in your career choice.

Just go for it " you are never too old ’

My dad was in his 40s when he completed the nursing program

NOT at all!!! They are not wanting you to improve yourself leave them for school… or use the money…

Do what u want its hard work and a lot of lifting. But if thats what u. Want to thatd up to u

You are NOT too old!! Do what makes you happy!!

Just think at 34 how many years you have to fulfill your dream job!

Go for it!! Don’t ever let a man hold you back…you’ll only be miserable and will start to resent him. We need more nurses more than ever! And it’s not “just” an LPN, every nursing staff from a PCA, CNA, and on up is important in all aspects of care. Go do you and make a difference in your life and others. We all need to keep growing and shouldn’t let anyone stop us :100:

Husband is incorrect. Go on… give it a shot! (No pun intended. )

Don’t listen to people who hold you back. Go for it

Do it! It’s your life

Never be discouraged to better yourself. You can do it!

How old will you be in 2 years if you don’t become a LPN???

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You are not too old at all!! I rec’d my social work license after I was 50!

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I’m an RN …. Went to school at 28 with 3 kids 6 and under!!! You husband is dead wrong!!!

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Go for it! You are not too old. Study hard and be blessed.

You are never too old to go back school…enjoy it and before you know it you will be done and have your degree…I think it is awesome.

Go for it. Follow your dream.

My daughter became at LPN at that age . Than went on to get her RN license. Than she went for her masters and became a Nurse Practitioner she got that two years ago she is now 45 . So no it’s never to late . Your husband just prefers you not to have a degree

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I think you need to find a new husband!! In two years, you will still be 34 even if you don’t get a degree. I am 46 and just got my MBA last year. I am now working on my 2nd Master’s. YOU ARE WORTH IT! Come join us in the world of nursing!! We would love to have you

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says who??? I think within the past couple of months, I saw on my feed where another woman in either her forties or fifties finally got her nursing degree.

Something is wrong with your husbands brain. Girl - u do you! The medical community needs you. He doesn’t want you to do better than him. Go to school❤️

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My sister was in her 40 don’t let anyone tell you your to old prove them wrong

I always had my husband’s support and although I became an RN at 21,I went back to school for my BSN at age 42 and finished my Master of Health Administration at age 46! You are never too old to go back to school.
You can go for LPN first, then the next time go back for your RN and keep going back til you say you are done!

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Had a lady in my nursing classes that was in her 60’s. She said life got the best of her. she moved back home when her husband died, and started school because that was one thing she wanted crossed off her bucket list. She was one of the top students in the class.

You should go for it

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I’m a lpn at age53 amd I have been one for 21 years so I was in my late 30s with two teenage kids

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Do it! You are not too old. Nursing has so many options!

Your husband is soooooo WRONG! Perhaps he’s jealous because you long for something more. Go for it girl!!! You got this and then just to show him how wrong he is go ahead and go for your RN

Grandma Moses didn’t start her painting career until 70’s some of her pieces sold for up to $3000! You’re never too old!

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Absolutely go for it! You definitely aren’t too old! You will definitely be needed in the medical field.

You are never to old to try and better yourself. Go for it!!!

Need new husband or you will always want but never do

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Please go for it and fulfill your dream !

I have a friend who went to nursing school in her late 40s and she loves it and does not regret it one bit. She is now a nurse that teaches other nurses. Go for it!

I didn’t complete my midwifery degree till I was 27. There were mature students in my year who were 40 when they qualified. You’ll be 34 in 2 years regardless of what you do so you may as well reach 34 with no regrets. Don’t let anyone hold you back. Maybe your husband feels threatened that you have ambition and drive. Good luck :crossed_fingers::two_hearts:

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Go for it! It’s what you are wanting so go get it!!!

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You’re never to old to reach for the stars. Follow your dreams. Don’t let anyone or anything stop you. Good luck.

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You are not to old. I started at age 38 to get my RN, finished at 44. Best decision I ever made

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Think about it like this, once you are done, you will be be working for another 40ish years. You’re definitely not to old. And it’s never too late to do what you love.

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Absolutely not, not even close. It seems as if he doesn’t want you to have it.

I didn’t get my RN until my late 20s. We had ages from 19-56.
LPN or RN, doesn’t matter, we need nurses!

Do it. U won’t regret it!!

I’m sorry that he is not supporting and encouraging you in this endeavor :disappointed: You should follow your heart​:pray::heart::dizzy: best wishes on your journey.
PS You aren’t too old!!

I graduated at 34 as an lpn. There were people older than me in my class. You are fine.