Southwestern Michigan College LVN Program in Dowagiac, MI

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) program at Southwestern Michigan College is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical experience necessary to become competent and compassionate healthcare providers. This program typically lasts around 12-18 months and focuses on practical nursing skills, including medication administration, wound care, vital sign monitoring, and patient education. Students will learn about various medical conditions, treatment modalities, and nursing interventions across the lifespan. The curriculum includes classroom instruction, laboratory simulations, and hands-on clinical rotations in diverse healthcare settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, and clinics. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills essential for effective patient care and teamwork. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) and, upon passing, can begin their careers as Licensed Vocational Nurses, working under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians in a variety of healthcare settings. The program at Southwestern Michigan College strives to prepare students for the challenges and rewards of a career in nursing, with a strong emphasis on patient advocacy and ethical practice.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Southwestern Michigan College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.