Pivoting from dental hygienist to something new (update)

I want to move from dental hygienist to something with more stability. I would rather hear the honest version than the polite one. My family is supportive but nervous. How did you start?

I began with informational chats, then a short online course, then a related entry-level role. It took about 7 months.

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