A Total of 313 Allied Health Graduates in 2024 Academic Year
Alexandria, LA, June 25, 2024 — Across its five campuses, Central Louisiana Technical Community College (CLTCC) graduated a record 143 Practical Nurses in the past academic year (July 2023 through June 2024), including 40 graduates who went beyond the Technical Diploma and earned an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Practical Nursing. In total, 313 students graduated from the CLTCC Allied Health programs including the Pharmacy Technician, Nurse Assistant, and Patient Care Technician programs.
“This accomplishment is a testament to our students’ hard work and dedication as well as the exceptional faculty instruction received at CLTCC,” said CLTCC Chancellor Dr. Jimmy Sawtelle. “The healthcare field has heroically risen to the challenges precipitated by recent events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. At CLTCC, our nursing programs continue to trend upward in number of students, graduates, and careers in our Central Louisiana communities. CLTCC is grateful and proud to partner with local healthcare providers and pharmacies to provide a well-trained workforce in the Allied Health profession. We would also like to thank The Rapides Foundation for their strong support of expanding program offerings.”
Sawtelle noted data collected by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) shows a majority of CLTCC graduates remain in Central Louisiana, with many remaining in either the parish of origin or a neighboring parish.
“I am extremely proud of the accomplishments of CLTCC nursing and Allied Health programs and graduates. For many graduates, CLTCC programs are the first step toward vast opportunities and advancement in nursing and other healthcare fields. One example is LPN to RN Bridge programs that recognize and award advanced standing credit for practical nursing education and work experience”, Mignonne Ater, RN, MSN, CNE, Dean of Nursing and Allied Health.
CLTCC offers multiple concentrations, nursing training and cohorts, including evening Practical Nursing at the Alexandria, Ferriday and Huey P. Long campuses. This access and flexibility allows a diverse range of aspiring nurses to get the necessary education and training to excel in their careers. CLTCC’s Allied Health programs include Practical Nursing, Patient Care Technician, Nurse Assistant, Electrocardiogram (EKG), Phlebotomy, Billing and Coding, and Pharmacy Technician.
Sawtelle said the college is very excited about receiving accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and is working on new initiatives for 2024 and 2025. These initiatives will support and expand the scope of CLTCC’s nursing programs and continue to support the transfer mission for those who desire to further their education at Central Louisiana universities. “We are confident this success will continue to grow as we witness more students graduating and entering the Nursing profession.”
Applications for the upcoming semester are now open. For information about enrollment visit http://www.CLTCC.edu/apply. For more information, contact the school via email at info@cltcc.edu or call 800-278-9855.
Central Louisiana Technical Community College (CLTCC) is a two-year technical and community college offering associate degrees, technical diplomas, industry certificates, and customized training in more than 20 disciplines to support local workforce development and prepare students for high-demand and high-wage careers. CLTCC serves seven parishes in Central Louisiana through its five campuses and provides instruction in one state prison and one federal correctional institution. For more information, visit http://www.cltcc.edu.
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