Coahoma Community College LVN Program in Clarksdale, MS

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) program at Coahoma Community College is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical judgment necessary to provide safe and effective patient care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. The curriculum typically includes a blend of theoretical coursework, hands-on laboratory simulations, and extensive clinical experiences in various healthcare settings throughout the Mississippi Delta region. Students can expect to learn about fundamental nursing concepts, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, maternal-newborn nursing, pediatric nursing, and geriatrics.

The program is likely structured to be completed in approximately 12-18 months, culminating in an Associate Degree and eligibility to sit for the NCLEX-PN examination. Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN allows graduates to practice as Licensed Vocational Nurses in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. The program emphasizes critical thinking, communication skills, and ethical conduct, preparing graduates to be competent and compassionate members of the healthcare team. Clinical rotations provide valuable opportunities to apply classroom learning in real-world settings, building confidence and preparing students for the demands of the LVN role.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Coahoma Community 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.