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Phlebotomy Technician - New Martinsville Campus
with Brenda Sole
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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
EKG Technician - New Martinsville Campus
with Brenda Sole
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 acquaintenances 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
CDL Class A - Weirton Campus
with Roger Klinger
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 the Financial Aid Office 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
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Course - Wheeling Campus
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
Intro to Video Shooting and Editing - New Martinsville Campus
with Larry Tackett
This class will meet 2 Thursday evenings from 6:00pm - 9:00pm - March 19, 26, 2026
Through social media we are exposed to many versions of videos, from regular TV based formats to vertical shorts on Youtube, Facebook and other platforms. This course will introduce the basic concepts for shooting and editing video. There are many ways to create video footage, from our ubiquitous phones to high-end video capable cameras. For this class any camera will be suitable and the emphasis will be on the final product, a short-form video. In the class we will use a basic, free, editing software. Bring you phone or other camera and let’s create masterpiece!
Please email the instructor, Larry Tackett, if you have any questions: lptackett@gmail.com
Intro to Video Shooting and Editing - Wheeling Campus
with Larry Tackett
Through social media we are exposed to many versions of videos, from regular TV based formats to vertical shorts on Youtube, Facebook and other platforms. This course will introduce the basic concepts for shooting and editing video. There are many ways to create video footage, from our ubiquitous phones to high-end video capable cameras. For this class any camera will be suitable and the emphasis will be on the final product, a short-form video. In the class we will use a basic, free, editing software. Bring you phone or other camera and let’s create masterpiece!
Please email the instructor, Larry Tackett, if you have any questions: lptackett@gmail.com
AHA BLS Provider -Wheeling Campus
with Mike Freeman
This American Heart Association BLS Course is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support. This course reflects the updated 2020 American Heart Association guidelines. It teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both prehospital and in-facility environments, with a focus on High-Quality CPR and team dynamics. Upon successful completion of the course, students receive an American Heart Association BLS certification card which is valid for two years.
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
EKG Technician - Wheeling Campus
with Amanda Logston
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 acquaintenances 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