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West Virginia Northern Community College



Our Classes

Low Impact Aerobics

$10

with Carol Teaff

Calendar Jan 20, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 15 weeks

This class is $10 total, not per class. This is a Low Impact Aerobics class with an emphasis on cardiorespiratory endurance, strength, improvement, and flexibility with no chair or floor work. This class is to music 128-140 bpm. Students can use stretchy bands. The instructor will demonstrate easier and more difficult ways to do each movement so that the students can exerciseat their own level. 

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Basketball Officiating Training - New Martinsville Campus

$50

with Maclaine Murad

Calendar Mar 1, 2026 at 6 pm

** Registration is still OPEN **

Since the first half of the class is online, if you are interested, you are still able to register for this class.   All online work MUST BE COMPLETED prior to the IN-PERSON class start.  

Currently registrations for New Martinsville and Weirton campuses are low.  If we do not have enough to run the classes in person you can be moved to the Wheeling campus class.  Wheeling campus in person training will be on Sundays from 6:00pm - 9:00pm on April 12, 19, 26, and May 3, 2026. 

The Sports Officiating Training Program is a comprehensive, hybrid learning course designed to prepare students to become certified sports officials. This program combines online instruction through the Ref Reps platform with in-person and virtual training to develop rule knowledge, mechanics, professionalism, and real-time officiating skills. Upon successful completion, students will be positioned to obtain state certification in Ohio and West Virginia and connect with local officiating associations for placement opportunities.

Course Structure and Format

Each course consists of 25 total instructional hours per sport and is delivered over approximately 10 weeks.

 Student Fees and Registration

  • Students will pay a $50 fee to take the course through West Virginia Northern
  • Students will pay a $70 fee through Dragonfly to access the Ref Reps online certification exam.

 Part I of training

March 1st- online profile set up, Dragonfly and Ref Reps account. (3hrs)

March 15th- online meeting check in with facilitator about Ref Reps Progress.(3hrs)

March 29th- Online meeting to complete test and submit Ref Reps Exam Certificates. (3hrs)

 Part II Training (in person - 3 hours per session)

New Martinsville: Thursday April 9th, April 16th, April 23rd, April 30th

 Non-Discrimination Statement

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and does not discriminate based on race, sex (e.g., sex, sex stereotypes, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status), disability, religion, color, national origin, or age in admission, employment, educational programs, or activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Further, faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVNCC will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s CTE offerings. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Full Non-discrimination notice and associated policies, procedures and forms

Basketball Officiating Training - Weirton Campus

$50

with Maclaine Murad

Calendar Mar 1, 2026 at 6 pm

** Registration is still OPEN **

Since the first half of the class is online, if you are interested, you are still able to register for this class.   All online work MUST BE COMPLETED prior to the IN-PERSON class start.  

Currently registrations for New Martinsville and Weirton campuses are low.  If we do not have enough to run the classes in person you can be moved to the Wheeling campus class.  Wheeling campus in person training will be on Sundays from 6:00pm - 9:00pm on April 12, 19, 26, and May 3, 2026. 

The Sports Officiating Training Program is a comprehensive, hybrid learning course designed to prepare students to become certified sports officials. This program combines online instruction through the Ref Reps platform with in-person and virtual training to develop rule knowledge, mechanics, professionalism, and real-time officiating skills. Upon successful completion, students will be positioned to obtain state certification in Ohio and West Virginia and connect with local officiating associations for placement opportunities.

Course Structure and Format

Each course consists of 25 total instructional hours per sport and is delivered over approximately 10 weeks.

 Student Fees and Registration

  • Students will pay a $50 fee to take the course through West Virginia Northern
  • Students will pay a $70 fee through Dragonfly to access the Ref Reps online certification exam.

 Part I of training

March 1st- online profile set up, Dragonfly and Ref Reps account. (3hrs)

March 15th- online meeting check in with facilitator about Ref Reps Progress.(3hrs)

March 29th- Online meeting to complete test and submit Ref Reps Exam Certificates. (3hrs)

 Part II Training (in person - 3 hours per session)

Weirton: Tuesday April 7th, April 14th, April 21st, April 28th

 Non-Discrimination Statement

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and does not discriminate based on race, sex (e.g., sex, sex stereotypes, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status), disability, religion, color, national origin, or age in admission, employment, educational programs, or activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Further, faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVNCC will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s CTE offerings. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Full Non-discrimination notice and associated policies, procedures and forms

Basketball Officiating Training - Wheeling Campus

$50

with Maclaine Murad

Calendar Mar 1, 2026 at 6 pm

** Registration is still OPEN **

Since the first half of the class is online, if you are interested, you are still able to register for this class.   All online work MUST BE COMPLETED prior to the IN-PERSON class start.  

The Sports Officiating Training Program is a comprehensive, hybrid learning course designed to prepare students to become certified sports officials. This program combines online instruction through the Ref Reps platform with in-person and virtual training to develop rule knowledge, mechanics, professionalism, and real-time officiating skills. Upon successful completion, students will be positioned to obtain state certification in Ohio and West Virginia and connect with local officiating associations for placement opportunities.

Course Structure and Format

Each course consists of 25 total instructional hours per sport and is delivered over approximately 10 weeks.

 Student Fees and Registration

  • Students will pay a $50 fee to take the course through West Virginia Northern
  • Students will pay a $70 fee through Dragonfly to access the Ref Reps online certification exam.

 Part I of training

March 1st- online profile set up, Dragonfly and Ref Reps account. (3hrs)

March 15th- online meeting check in with facilitator about Ref Reps Progress.(3hrs)

March 29th- Online meeting to complete test and submit Ref Reps Exam Certificates. (3hrs)

 Part II Training (in person - 3 hours per session)

Wheeling: Sunday April 12th, April 19th, April 26th, May 3rd

 Non-Discrimination Statement

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and does not discriminate based on race, sex (e.g., sex, sex stereotypes, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status), disability, religion, color, national origin, or age in admission, employment, educational programs, or activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Further, faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVNCC will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s CTE offerings. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Full Non-discrimination notice and associated policies, procedures and forms

Pickleball Weirton

$30

with Ron Ritter

Calendar Apr 7, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 3 weeks

WEATHER PERMITING-Come join the fastest growing sport in America. This class is hands on and active. The instructor, Ron Ritter, will hold the first class on Weirton campus in room 243, to go over the rules of the game. The classes following will be held outside at Starveggi Park in Weirton. The address for the courts is 144 Starveggi Drive. This class meets on Tuesdays and Thursday nights only for three weeks from 5pm-6pm. The cost is $30 per person. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring your own water bottle, towels and equipment, if you have it. Equipment will be provided if you dont have your own. In case of rain, we will reschedule your class according to your teacher. 

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EKG Technician - Weirton Campus

$25

with Jeremiah Swiger

Calendar Apr 8, 2026 at 12 pm

There is a $25 registration fee that is refundable if you are qualified for Full financial aid. Total cost of the program is $899.

Full payment, financial assistance or a payment plan MUST BE completed and approved by WVNCC three (3) business days prior to the first day of class.   You will be dropped from the class after that date.  

NOTE:   Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify.   Please click this link to read about funding options.   Additionally, you may contact the WVNCC Financial Aid office at: 304-214-8844.

Students will complete learning modules, quizzes and tests in an online platform and in person class instruction will be used for answering questions and all required labwork.   You may be asked to bring in acquaintances for lab time during this class. 

Students will utilize an online learning platform for lectures and quizzes.  In person labs are scheduled during this 6 week class timeframe.

This course prepares students for the EKG Technician role in a healthcare setting.  Students will be taught the principles of quality control, infection control, safety procedures, pathology, medical terminology, and patient care's legal and ethical aspects.  This course includes classroom instruction and campus laboratory skills practice.   Students are required to obtain 10 EKGs on live individuals.  Students who complete all aspects of the course are eligible to sit for the EKG Technician Certification Exam, provided by the National Health Career Association.

Additionally, program completers of EKG and Phlebotomy can receive college credit towards WVNCC’s Patient Care Technician Certificate – a one-year program.     

Note: Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. See details about funding options here.

Non-Discrimination Statement

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and does not discriminate based on race, sex (e.g., sex, sex stereotypes, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status), disability, religion, color, national origin, or age in admission, employment, educational programs, or activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Further, faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVNCC will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s CTE offerings. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Full Non-discrimination notice and associated policies, procedures and forms

The Difficult Airway Course - EMS - Weirton Campus

$275

with Mike Freeman

Calendar Apr 14, 2026 at 9 am

This is a 16 hour class and will be held over 2 days - Tuesday, April 14th and Thursday April 16, 2026.

The Difficult Airway Course teaches healthcare providers advanced, hands-on techniques for managing challenging airway scenarios, focusing on identifying difficult airways, systematic approaches, using tools like video laryngoscopes and extraglottic devices, cricothyrotomy, awake intubation, medication-assisted intubation, and incorporating human factors like team communication

Includes: 

  • Didactic and Hands-on Training
  • Prediction of the Difficult Airway
  • Video Laryngoscopy and other advanced imaging devices
  • Medication-assisted Intubation (including RSI and RSA)
  • Pediatric intubation
  • Endotracheal tube introducers (bougie)
  • Cricothyrotomy
  • Extraglottic devices

If you have questions, please contact Mike Freeman at mfreeman2@wvncc.edu 

Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS)

$199

with Mike Freeman

Calendar Apr 18, 2026 at 9 am

This is a 16 hour class and will be held over 2 Saturdays- April 18th and April 25th, 2026 on the Weirton Campus.  

The Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) course teaches emergency providers how to assess and manage critical medical patients using a systematic, assessment-based approach, focusing on thinking beyond monitors to understand underlying issues like respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and endocrine problems. Sponsored by NAEMT, it uses case-based scenarios, interactive discussions, and practical skills stations for EMTs, paramedics, nurses, PAs, and physicians, emphasizing critical thinking, scene size-up,history, and physical exams to develop effective treatment plans. 

If you have questions, please contact Mike Freeman at mfreeman2@wvncc.edu 





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