Clatsop Community College

Nursing Programs Offered

ADN Program Details

After successfully completing the two-year ADN program, you will receive an Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Degree and are eligible to take the licensing exam for registered nursing (RN). Registered nurses are caring and use knowledge, skills, and problem-solving abilities to help individuals, families, and groups with health needs. RNs plan, care, and work with people to help them become healthier or to regain health after illness or surgery. Nurses teach health practices to clients and other health care providers, and frequently supervise the work of nursing assistants and practical nurses. RNs also administer medications and perform treatments for patients. Nurses work in a variety of settings, including hospitals and long-term care, schools, industry, clinics, and patients' homes.

LPN Program Details

After successfully completing four quarters of the ADN program, you will be eligible to receive the Practical Nursing Certificate and may take the licensing exam for practical nursing (LPN/LVN). Licensed practical nurses care for patients under the direction of an RN, physician, or dentist. They collect information about the patient's health, help plan care, and administer medications and other treatments. Practical nurses work primarily in hospitals and long-term care. They may also work in medical or dental offices, clinics, and caring for patients in the home.