November 27, 2017 - Eleven Licensed Vocational Nursing students from the Shelby College Center will receive their degrees during Panola College Commencement on December 14.
“Our program is really growing,” said Sharon Peace, RN, BSN. “We expect the number of graduates to triple by this time next year.”
Peace said the demand for nurses is growing, and the word of mouth positive reviews from current and former students has had much to do with the increase in enrollment.
“Both current and former students have been so pleased with their experience here that they have passed the word along about what a great program we have,” she said.
The Shelby College Center nursing program held a career showcase during the summer to introduce people to the career opportunities available at the Panola College SCC campus.
“We had more than 300 people to visit our campus on that day for the meet and greet, barbecue picnic and entertainment. We plan to keep this momentum going,” she said.
During the September and October application period, the Shelby College Center LVN program received 45 applications, and 36 students have already registered to begin classes in January.
“Nursing is a helping profession, and one that continues to be in great demand now and in the future. The faculty and staff at the Shelby College Center are proud of the work we are doing, and we invite anyone interested in pursuing a career in Licensed Vocational Nursing to stop by for a visit,” Peace said.
Submitted by Donna Yates
