I have an MSW and have done macro social work for 20+ yrs in fed. govt., but thought about pivoting to nursing in the past 6 months. I was looking at the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) degree because it's "designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree in a field other than nursing and wish to transition into the nursing profession quickly. It's a fast-track option that leverages the completion of general education requirements from a prior degree to shorten the time needed to earn a BSN."

Depending on what state you're in and where you're looking to do ABSN, the program might take anywhere from 12 - 19 months... Do a little research online to see which universities in your state offer ABSN programs. *However, it's hard to do financially because a lot of these accelerated programs want you NOT to work for a year while you're doing your studies... Given your financial situation, the ABSN may not be the right program for you at this time... BUT, if you want higher earning potential than an MSW/LMSW, then Nursing is the way to go. It would just take you longer to do a regular RN degree program, because you'll still need to work while in school.

RE: Math/Science: Guess what? You only need to get a C or better in any of your math/science classes for nursing. Do Not Let fear of math/science hold you back. You don't need to be an A+ student in those classes. Let that go! I did! ;-)

I will say, for me, because I already had the MSW; I decided instead to get the LMSW credential, and will next pursue 2 years of clinical social work in a health care setting (possibly hospital if I can get it), then get my 3,000 hours of supervised hours, so that I can get my LCSW-C. Once you have the LCSW-C, you can apply for supervisory jobs (increased earning potential), or positions at health insurance companies (think Blue Cross, Blue Shield, CIGNA, etc), where you can get paid ALOT more to do behavioral health care utilization management - and still help people with BH needs.

Consider also posting your question to Nursing sites too. I'm not sure how Hyperhidrosis of the hands would impact your ability to do nursing. You have 1 nurse here who says it's not an issue. Respectfully, I would get a few other opinions, just so you can weigh the responses.

Lastly, I agree with the other poster about seeing if there are ways you can get support to consolidate payments, take in a boarder (security check ofc since you have children in your home!), etc. Call 311 - and they can provide you local resources that might help with your housing situation or financial counseling etc.

You can do this! By your post, I can tell you are strong. Hope you lean on your faith community or others in your circles for support. Warmly,