Copiah-lincoln Community College - Natchez

Nursing Programs Offered

LPN Program Details

This is a one year curriculum designed to provide the student with knowledge and skills necessary to function as a member of the health team in administering safe, effective nursing care. Students are exposed to a well-balanced program of scientific foundations to provide knowledge, skills and understanding needed to function as a practical nurse. Upon graduation the student will receive a certificate and be eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for Practical Nurses.

Special admission requirements:

1. Transcript verifying high school graduation or G.E.D.

2. A minimum ACT composite of 16 with a minimum of 12 in math and reading.

3. Must take the ATI TEAS® exam.

4. If accepted, submit the following:

a. A Health Occupations application submitted to a career-technical counselor.

b. A health form signed by a physician submitted to a career-technical counselor

c. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification.

5. If accepted, attend a practical nursing orientation.

6. If accepted, all applicants must participate in drug and alcohol testing a criminal history background check.