This course is designed to prepare students for a Class A commercial driver’s license.  The total cost of the course is $4,699.   This registration is for a seat reservation. 

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 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.

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This is a 4 hour course which meets WVOEMS Approved Paramedic Refresher (NCCP Standards)

Required Objectives:

1. Explain the role glucose plays on the cells
2. Explain the role of insulin
3. Discuss s/s commonly associated with hypo/hyperglycemia
4. Identify commonly prescribed medications used to treat diabetes
5. Explain the management of hypo/hyperglycemia
6. Discuss metabolic syndrome
7. Discuss the functions of different insulin pumps
8. Discuss common synthetic stimulants and natural or synthetic THC
   1. Recognize the effects 
   2. Synthetic stimulants 
   3. Natural and synthetic THC
9. Discuss common opioids
10. Explain common treatment options for a person experiencing opioid overdose
11. Discuss the causes of an allergic reaction/anaphylaxis
12. Differentiate between a mild/localized allergic reaction and anaphylaxis
13. Explain the actions of medications used to treat anaphylaxis
    1. Benadryl 
    2. Epinephrine
14. Discuss the different routes of delivery of medications and the rates of absorption for those routes 
    1. IM
    2. SQ
    3. IN
    4. IV
15. Discuss pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management options
16. Determine the differences between acute and chronic pain management
17. Discuss the role of QA/QI, medical direction involvement and the importance of documentation of pain management.
18. Discuss reassessment/re-evaluation of pain and management

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

This is a 4 hour course which meets WVOEMS Approved Paramedic Refresher (NCCP Standards)

Required Objectives:

1. Discuss the potential causes of behavioral emergencies
2. Define normal, abnormal, overt, and covert behavior.
3. Describe the assessment process for patients with psychiatric emergencies, including safety guidelines
4. Discuss the general management of a patient with a psychiatric emergency
5. Describe restraint methods, both chemical and physical forms and when to apply each
6. Describe care for the psychotic patient
7. State risk factors for suicide
8. Describe drug resistant infections
9. Compare epidemic to pandemic
10. Describe the role of the EMS provider in disease reporting
11. State the differences between sepsis and septic shock
12. Identify common special needs patients seen in EMS
13. Describe the relationship between the caregiver and the EMS provider in caring for the special needs patient.
14. Describe patient assessment of a special needs patient
15. Discuss abnormal presentations present during childbirth
16. Describe nuchal cord presentation
17. Recognize the need for and discuss the management of the principals of neonatal resuscitation
18. Describe the routine care of the newborn not requiring resuscitation
19. Discuss management of a patient with an abnormal presentation during delivery

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.

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This class must have a minimum number of 3 students to run. This class is designed for the individual who is completely new to the practice of yoga. Participants will learn the foundations of yoga technique, and apply the principals of yoga to calm the mind and strengthen the body. Class participants should be prepared with a yoga mat, small towel, and plenty of water. 

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.

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

This class must have a minimum number of 3 students to run. This class is designed for the individual who is completely new to the practice of yoga. Participants will learn the foundations of yoga technique, and apply the principals of yoga to calm the mind and strengthen the body. Class participants should be prepared with a yoga mat, small towel, and plenty of water. 

This course builds on the foundation of lifesaving BLS skills, emphasizing the important of continuous, high-quality CPR.  Reflects on the science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).  This course is for healthcare professionals who direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies and for personnel in emergency response.  

This class must have a minimum number of 3 students to run. This class is designed for the individual who is completely new to the practice of yoga. Participants will learn the foundations of yoga technique, and apply the principals of yoga to calm the mind and strengthen the body. Class participants should be prepared with a yoga mat, small towel, and plenty of water.