About
UA Cossatot’s Practical Nursing (LPN) program at Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas in De Queen, Arkansas, prepares students for practical nursing work and leads to a Technical Certificate and eligibility to apply for the Arkansas State Board of Nursing state licensing examination to become an LPN. The primary pathway is an 11-month, on-campus day program, with an 18-month evening option also available. Regular class days run five to six hours, while clinical days run eight to twelve hours. Admission requires high school graduation or a GED, the Test of Essential Academic Skills, prerequisite grades of C or better, a criminal background check, required immunizations, and random drug screening. The program follows requirements of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
At a glance
- Format: In person
- Leads to: Arkansas State Board of Nursing state licensing examination to become an LPN
- Scholarships: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas - De Queen Campus
University of Arkansas Cossatot, De Queen Campus, is a public college in De Queen, Arkansas. Its career-focused offerings include Accounting, Administrative Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Hybrid Clinical Medical Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy. The college also provides degrees and certificates across more than two dozen fields, along with professional industry training certifications. Instruction is available online and in class, and the institution emphasizes small class sizes. UA Cossatot is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. Its broader academic and technical offerings include areas such as welding, automotive and diesel technology, cyber security, and medical education.