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West Virginia Northern Community College



Our Classes

Low Impact Aerobics

$10

with Carol Teaff

Calendar Sep 2, 2025 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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UFO's 101

$25

with Fred Saluga

Calendar Sep 29, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

The subject of UFO's and aliens have fascinated people for a long time. Government and private organizations have collected a lot of data on UFO's and UFO activities in the last 70 years. We will discuss and examine various topics to get a better perspective on UFO's and alien sightings. 

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Healthy for Life
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Healthy for Life

$15

with Amanda Sage

This class is geared toward the older adult, or anyone looking for a fitness class that is low intensity, low impact, and focuses on exercises that are meant to increase muscle strength, balance, and flexibility. Exercises are modified to be done standing or in a chair. Participants should be prepared with a pair of light weights (1-5lbs), small towel, and plenty of water. 

CDL Class A - Wheeling Campus

$25

with Roger Klinger

Calendar Oct 13, 2025 at 8 am, runs for 5 weeks

This course is designed to prepare students for a Class A commercial driver’s license.  The total cost of the course is $4,999.00. The $25.00 registration fee does not guarantee you a seat in the class. Confirmed financial aid, full payment or an approved payment plan is what will hold your seat in class if one is available. The $25.00 fee it is fully refundable.

The course consists of two weeks of in-class training to obtain a valid CDL-learner permit.  General Knowledge, airbrakes, combination sections, tanker endorsement, and doubles and triples will be covered to obtain the permit.  Hours of service, FMCSA's compliance, safety, accountability, and defensive driving will also be covered. Once a permit is obtained, students will continue with three weeks of road and range training. Training will consist of proper pre-trip inspection of a commercial motor vehicle and how to safely perform reverse maneuvers and operate on city streets and highways. 

Applicants must pass a D.O.T. physical exam and drug screening before the first day of class.  

For more information on the program or to schedule the D.O.T. physical and screening, please contact Dara Whiteman at 304-214-8978.

Note: Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. See details about funding options here. Contact Financial Aid with questions at 304-214-8847.

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

AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Renewal/Update - Wheeling Campus

$50

with Anthony McDaniel

Calendar Oct 14, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

The PALS Provider Course aims to improve outcomes for pediatric patients by preparing healthcare providers to effectively recognize and intervene in patients with respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest by using high‐performance team dynamics and high‐quality individual skills. The course includes a series of case scenario practices with simulations that reinforce important concepts.  This course is a renewal/update course for current providers.  

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Course - Weirton Campus
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ServSafe Food Protection Manager Course - Weirton Campus

$215

with Christian Kefauver

  Course is limited to 12 people.

Books and certification are are included in the fees.

Per the WV Health Dept. - "Certification requires at least one employee that has supervisory and management responsibility and the authority to direct and control food preparation and services shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of the accredited program."

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

Phlebotomy Technician - Weirton Campus

$25

with Jeremiah Swiger

Calendar Oct 16, 2025 at 6 pm

-----  HYBRID COURSE -----

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 will be asked to bring in acquaintenances for lab time during this class. 

Program Length: 40 hours of instruction

This course prepares the student for the Phlebotomy Technician role in a healthcare setting. The student will be instructed on techniques & skills related to preparing and monitoring patients for relevant procedures, and gain an understanding of infection control measures. Students are required to successfully demonstrate adequate skills related to Phlebotomy techniques, including 30 venipunctures and 10 capillary draws which are required for the student to be eligible to take the NHA Phlebotomy Certification exam. 

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

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Certified Nurse Assistant - Wheeling Campus (seat reservation)

$25

with Kyla U'Ren

Calendar Oct 17, 2025 at 5 pm

There is a $25 seat reservation that is refundable if you are qualified for Full financial aid. Total cost of the program is $1,999.

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 (no later than October 14, 2025).    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.

We will have 10 spots available for this classOnce the class is full - we will keep a waiting list in case a spot opens up and for the next class that will be offered.

Class Schedule:

Orientation day:  prior to first day of class Friday, October 17, 2025 (5pm - 7pm)

Classroom and lab (October 20 - November 13, 2025):

  • Mondays - Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:30pm

Clinicals:  (November 17 - December 13, 2025)

NO CLASS THANKSGIVING WEEK

  • Clinical Orientation: Monday, November 17, 2025 (8:00am - 11:00am)
  • Tuesdays - Thursdays: 5:00pm - 9:30pm
  • Saturdays:   8:00am - 4:30pm (30 min. lunch)

Program length: (65 contact hours of classroom instruction, 55 contact hours of clinical instruction are required by the State of WV)

Clinicals will be held at Continuous Care Center at WVU - Wheeling Hospital.   Any vaccinations, or physicals required will be the responsibility of the student.  

The Certified Nursing Assistant program prepares individuals for an entry-level position in the health care field. Graduates work closely with patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. The nursing assistant provides important information on patient conditions to nurses and is vital to the daily operations of a skilled nursing facility, home health organization, or hospital. After program completion, prospective Nursing Assistants take a competency examination to become certified. 

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

For THIS class, books, a set of scrubs, and the cost for one certification exam are included with the class fee of $1,999. For any questions please contact coned@wvncc.edu .

 

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

  





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