Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate program at Southwest Mississippi Community College is a one-to-two-year credential offered by this public institution located in Summit, MS. The program falls under CIP code 51.3901 in the practical nursing field, preparing students to provide basic patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians.

Southwest Mississippi Community College also offers related programs that students may consider alongside this LPN certificate, including Carpentry/Carpenter, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, Petroleum Technology/Technician, Electrician, and Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. The practical nursing field provides a direct pathway to entry-level nursing employment in long-term care facilities, clinics, and hospitals. Students should plan to meet Mississippi State Board of Nursing requirements and prepare for the NCLEX-PN examination.