I have a diploma in medical assisting but I like coding because I can focus on one thing. As a medical assistant, you pretty much know a little about everything in the office. I want a career that is more concrete. In 2007 I tried going to LPN school but hated it. Nursing is not my field. Then in 2008 I had my first child and have been a stay-at-home mom ever since. I feel that since I've had a lapse in work history and have only been a medical assistant for one year, then nobody will hire me. Despite being a good worker, employers just want a steady employment history. It's like that's all they look at on your resume.The longest time I've been employed somewhere was 6 years. I've either been in college or at home with my kids. You can be the laziest worker and work somewhere for decades in my opinion. I know people like that. LOL ANYWAY....I want to get my coding certification. I want a career. Are hours flexible with coding jobs ??? Are there a lot of second shift jobs ? How do I convince the interviewer that I'm excited about a new career ? I'm 38 and maybe I'll be facing some job discrimination too. Maybe I'll have to be a medical assistant again in order to get my foot in the door.