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.  

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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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There is a $25 registration fee that is refundable if you are qualified for Full financial aid. Total cost of the program is $900.

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.

This class is offered in a condensed format at the Weirtoncampus during the month of July - August.  Classes will be held Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a break for lunch

Please note these dates for class/lab: 

* Additional classes including labs may be scheduled for a Friday or Saturday if necessary, information will be given out the first day of class in the Syllabus.  

This course prepares students to provide emergency medical care for critical patients who need health care access.  Students can choose to continue their education and become advanced EMTs, paramedics or continue their education and transition into another health care field.

If you are interested in the medical field and helping people, you might consider becoming an emergency medical technician. These healthcare professionals provide immediate assistance to patients in emergencies before bringing them to a doctor's care. 

An emergency medical technician, or EMT, is a first responder trained in basic medical knowledge and skills to provide immediate medical care to patients in an emergency. They are often the first emergency service providers to arrive on the scene of a crisis, such as an accident, medical emergency, fire, or natural disaster. An EMT's main responsibility is to provide basic and emergent medical care to stabilize patients in crisis before transporting them to a hospital where a physician can further assist them.

EMTs can have several levels of responsibility and certification, and each has different requirements. Some areas use EMT-Basic and EMT-Intermediate or advanced levels. In contrast, others classify levels of training and certification as emergency medical responder (EMR), emergency medical technician, and advanced emergency medical technician before advancing to the level of a paramedic. While many EMTs work on private ambulances, they can also work for other emergency services, such as a fire department or search and rescue teams.

EMT salaries vary based on their level of certification, employer, experience, and location. The national average salary in the United States is $15.04 per hour, while some salaries range from $7.25 to $38.90.

Source: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/what-is-an-emt

This program meets all the requirements of state and national certification and/or licensing requirements.

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.  

Please note:  no refunds are granted after a student attends the first day of class.  

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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There is a $25 seat reservation for this class with a total cost of $249.   

Description: 

This course provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body with an emphasis on health and medical issues, is designed for students preparing to enter WVNCC’s Paramedic Program.  It will include an overview of basic chemical organization, cell structure and function, and tissues; followed by the study of structure and function of all body systems.

The class is an online class completed asynchronously.   Books and online access are included in the cost of the class.  

For more information, please contact Mike Freeman at 304-214-8980.

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.  See here for details.

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.

Day Class lecture meets 8:30am - 12:30pm Mondays and Wednesdays.  

The EMS Education Program is taking applications and seat reservations for the Fall 2026 Cohort.  Tuition is $6,999. The 14-month program will begin September 2026 - with required pre-requisites starting in August. 

Classes will be offered in a variable format to meet the needs of the student. This includes a hybrid format of live online, online coursework and in person face-to-face. All labs and clinical rotations are completed face-to-face. Labs will be every Monday or Wednesday 1:00pm - 5:00pm. An additional weekly lab may be added based on enrollment. Classes and labs will be held at the Wheeling Campus, 1704 Market Street Wheeling, WV 26003.  

Prerequisites include a current West Virginia, Ohio or National Registry EMT Certificate.  All students are required to complete a Paramedic Entry Assessment Exam and have an interview with Paramedic Program Staff.  

Additionally, Anatomy and Physiology (A&P) is required.   This is a separate course offered through WVNCC here. (course begins on August 3, 2026).   If you have already had this course or an equivalent, please contact Mike Freeman, Program Director (information below) prior to August 1, 2026 to see if you have met this requirement.

You can reserve your seat in the class with a $50 deposit.  Contact us to discuss the financial aid options and payment plan options for the remainder of the tuition.  You must have all financial aid or a qualified payment plan in place by September 15, 2026.  

Note: Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. See details about funding options here and contact the financial aid office with questions – 304-214-8846.  (PLEASE DO THIS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE)

For more information on the program, please contact Mr. Mike Freeman at mfreeman@wvncc.edu or call 304-214-8980 for assistance.

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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Evening Class lecture meets 6:00pm - 10:00pm Mondays and Wednesdays.  

The EMS Education Program is taking applications and seat reservations for the Fall 2026 Cohort.  Tuition is $6,999. The 14-month program will begin September 2026 - with required pre-requisites starting in August. 

Classes will be offered in a variable format to meet the needs of the student. This includes a hybrid format of live online, online coursework and in person face-to-face. All labs and clinical rotations are completed face-to-face. Labs will be every Monday or Wednesday 1:00pm - 5:00pm. An additional weekly lab may be added based on enrollment. Classes and labs will be held at the Wheeling Campus, 1704 Market Street Wheeling, WV 26003.  

Prerequisites include a current West Virginia, Ohio or National Registry EMT Certificate.  All students are required to complete a Paramedic Entry Assessment Exam and have an interview with Paramedic Program Staff.  

Additionally, Anatomy and Physiology (A&P) is required.   This is a separate course offered through WVNCC here. (course begins on August 3, 2026).   If you have already had this course or an equivalent, please contact Mike Freeman, Program Director (information below) prior to August 1, 2026 to see if you have met this requirement.

You can reserve your seat in the class with a $50 deposit.  Contact us to discuss the financial aid options and payment plan options for the remainder of the tuition.  You must have all financial aid or a qualified payment plan in place by September 15, 2026.  

Note: Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify. See details about funding options here and contact the financial aid office with questions – 304-214-8846. (PLEASE DO THIS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE)

For more information on the program, please contact Mr. Mike Freeman at mfreeman@wvncc.edu or call 304-214-8980 for assistance.

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