This course is designed to provide EMS practioners at all levels with the skills and knowledge to address the unique medical, social, environmental and communication challenges as older adults.

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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.

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

We will have 10 spots available for this class.  Classroom and lab time will be Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 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. 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.

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The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system.  

 This class is offered in a variable lecture format using in-person, interactive and ZOOM platforms.  Labs must be completed in-person.  This class contains the EMS Education Standards for NREMT Advanced EMT and the West Virginia Expanded Scope of Practice Advanced EMT Curriculum. This course includes required clinical and field hours that must be completed outside of classroom lecture/lab.  The NREMT Advanced EMT cognitive and psychomotor exams are part of the curriculum and will be conducted prior to beginning the West Virginia Expanded Scope of Practice.  

Prerequisites include a  current WVOEMS EMT or NREMT EMT certification.   

This course is designed for EMTs, paramedics, emergency responders, nurses, physician assistants and physicians.  It expands upon the curriculum presented in the core course (Geriatric Education for EMS), with more in-depth content and complex scenarios.

This class will meet on 8/7/2024 and 8/14/2024 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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.  

This course is designed for EMTs, paramedics, emergency responders, nurses, physician assistants and physicians.  It expands upon the curriculum presented in the core course (Geriatric Education for EMS), with more in-depth content and complex scenarios.

This class will meet in 8/8/2024 and 8/15/2024 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm.

This course prepares students for career opportunities in Mobile Integrated Healthcare/Community Paramedic, health prevention, health behavior, and disease prevention.  Students learn a variety ofskills and strategies that will provide them with the necessary proficiences to improve population health in diverse settings.  The program focuses on the social and behavioral determinants of health and disease across the lifespan, with a particular emphasis on health disparities.  Course includes 40 clinical hours that must be completed by September 30, 2024

To be eligible for enrollment, students must be a current Paramedic in good standing, either National Registry or State Registered.  Students must complete the IBSC (International Board of Speciality Certification) i Community Paramedic Exam. 

Course is held every other Friday for four weeks.