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West Virginia Northern Community College



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Certified Nurse Assistant - Weirton Campus (seat reservation)

$25

with Audrey Ellenberger

Calendar Apr 1, 2025 at 8 am

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 March 26, 2025).    If you attend class without finalized financial aid, you will be responsible for the entire cost of the class. 

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.

Classroom and lab time will be Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8:00am - 4:30pm. 

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 Weirton Geriatric.   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 certification test costs are included with the class fee of $1,999. For any questions please contact Karri Mulhern - kmulhern@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

  

Macro/Timelapse/Slow Motion-NM

$30

with Larry Tackett

Calendar Apr 1, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

This is a one-session class that will cover specific photo shooting topics and techniques. First topic will be macro and close-up photography; including equipment, lighting, and special consideration needed for this type of shooting. Additional topics covered will be time-lapse and slow-motion techniques. This type of photography require special knowledge and consideration as well as an understanding of your equipment and its capabilities. Bring your equipment to class and note that all smart phones can be used.   This class must have a 6 person minimum to make. For class questions please contact Larry Tackett @ 304-975-1938 or email lptackett@gmail.com

Will run

Phlebotomy Technician - Wheeling Campus

$899

with Amanda Logston

Calendar Apr 2, 2025 at 5:30 pm

-----  HYBRID COURSE -----

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. 

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 Phlebotomy Certification exam. This exam will be taken at the end of the course.

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 and contact Jenna Derrico with questions – jderrico@wvncc.edu / 304-214-8962.

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

Will run

Macro/Timelapse/Slow Motion-Wheeling

$30

with Larry Tackett

Calendar Apr 5, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

This is a one-session class that will cover specific photo shooting topics and techniques. First topic will be macro and close-up photography; including equipment, lighting, and special consideration needed for this type of shooting. Additional topics covered will be time-lapse and slow-motion techniques. This type of photography require special knowledge and consideration as well as an understanding of your equipment and its capabilities. Bring your equipment to class and note that all smart phones can be used.  This class must have a 6 person minimum to make. For class questions please call Larry @ 304-975-1938 or email lptackett@gmail.com

Will run

Macro/Timelapse/Slow Motion-Weirton

$30

with Larry Tackett

Calendar Apr 5, 2025 at 1:30 pm, runs for 1 week

This is a one-session class that will cover specific photo shooting topics and techniques. First topic will be macro and close-up photography; including equipment, lighting, and special consideration needed for this type of shooting. Additional topics covered will be time-lapse and slow-motion techniques. This type of photography require special knowledge and consideration as well as an understanding of your equipment and its capabilities. Bring your equipment to class and note that all smart phones can be used.  This class must have a 4 person minimum to make. For class questions please contact Larry Tackett @ 304-975-1938 email lptackett@gmail.com

EKG Technician - New Martinsville Campus

$899

with Amanda Logston

Calendar Apr 7, 2025 at 1 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Students will utilize an online learning platform for lectures and quizzes. In person labs will be scheduled within the 5 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. Classes are April 7 - May 12, 2025 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. 

https://www.wvncc.edu/community-education

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

https://www.wvncc.edu/other-information/non-discrimination-statement/35

Home Health Aide - New Martinsville Campus

$699

with Amanda Logston

Calendar Apr 11, 2025 at 8 am

This course is designed to prepare students for a career as a home health aide.  Instruction is 75 hours (including 59 hours of classroom/lab and 16 hours of clinical experience). 

Instruction includes how to provide care in the home for clients who cannot care for themselves.  These services could be daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, dressing, and bathing. They may also perform basic medical services such as checking vital signs. They may provide long-term care or intermittent care. Some specialize in geriatric care or pediatric home health.

Additional topics include:  

  • Federal requirements for home health aides
  • Expanded coverage on infection prevention and control
  • Observing and reporting
  • HIPAA and how to protect a client's privacy
  • Proper nutrition and special diets
  • Care guidelines for specific diseases and now includes COVID-19
  • Vital signs, including a new skill for measuring blood pressure electronically
  • Pain management
  • Mental health and mental health disorders
  • Commonly-used abbreviations
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Family and home dynamics

For more information contact Karri Mulhern:  kmulhern@wvncc.edu

Note: Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. See details about funding options here and contact Jenna Derrico with questions – jderrico@wvncc.edu / 304-214-8962.

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

$899

with Jeremiah Swiger

Calendar Apr 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm

-----  HYBRID COURSE -----

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. 

Program Length: 40 hours of instruction (20 hours of online work)

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 Phlebotomy Certification exam. This exam will be taken at the end of the course.

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 and contact Jenna Derrico with questions – jderrico@wvncc.edu / 304-214-8962. 

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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