Sixteen Practical Nursing students graduated from Kiamichi Tech - Durant on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
According to program director, Shelly Swalley, Practical Nursing graduates complete 1,508 hours of class time and clinical hours. Students attend classes Monday-Friday for 11 months and must pass a rigorous exam in order to gain LPN licensure.
“The nursing profession is growing faster than other industries,” said Swalley. “The need for highlytrained nurses continues to grow throughout Oklahoma and the United States. Our graduates are prepared to fill the essential gap in an evolving workforce.”
The next Practical Nursing program begins in August 2025 and will continue for 11 months until June 2026. Learn more about the Practical Nursing program at ktc.edu/practicalnursing.
