Career change after a layoff, where to begin? - 10 months and counting

After 18 years as a nurse's aide I am thinking about moving into a different field. My family is supportive but nervous. Did you take a pay cut?

I took a small pay cut for a year, and it was worth it for the growth afterwards.

I began with informational chats, then a short online course, then a related entry-level role. It took about 10 months.