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EMS Important Information

All EMS courses require proof of a high school diploma, GED, or college transcript and that a copy of the student’s high school diploma, GED be kept on file. Wilson Community College recognizes high school diplomas from regionally accredited schools, private high schools or home schools registered with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Wilson Community College will also accept high school diplomas from correspondence schools that are accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and/or a regional accrediting agency, such as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Health Occupations Important Information

NURSE AIDE LEVEL I AND II, PHLEBOTOMY, PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, AND HOSPITAL UNIT COORDINATOR COURSES REQUIRE MALPRACTICE INSURANCE ($15.00) AND STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE ($2.00).


All Health Occupations courses require proof of a high school diploma, GED, or college transcript, and that a copy of the student’s high school diploma, GED be kept on file. Wilson Community College recognizes high school diplomas from regionally accredited schools, private high schools or home schools registered with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Wilson Community College will also accept high school diplomas from correspondence schools that are accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and/or a regional accrediting agency, such as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Nurse Aides wishing to check their date of registry expiration may go online to www.ncnar.org and click on “Verify Listing”.

Additional Required Costs

Students are responsible for the following and will be notified during the course of additional information regarding the following:

EMS Courses

Pre-registration is required three days prior to class for all Emergency Medical Services courses.

BLS - Healthcare Provider (CPR)

Designed for those in the health care profession. Students must successfully complete the American Heart Association written exam and skills. REQUIREMENTS: Textbook, BLS Healthcare Provider; pocket face mask. (.4 CEU)

Saturday  •  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  •  January 16
Room G-109a  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Brenda D. Dew  •  Course Code: 11409

EMT - Basic

Trains individuals to become emergency medical personnel. Teaches performing patient assessments, basic life support techniques, including AED, airway management and CPR, hemorrhage control, 02 administration, treating shock, bandaging/dressing, splinting, treating skull, spine and chest injuries, childbirthing, lifting/moving patients to medical facilities, treating exposure to cold/heat, and basic lift support for medical emergencies. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age; bring a copy of your high school diploma or GED to the first class session; Hepatitis vaccine.Textbook required: Emergency Care, 11th edition. Will include some Saturday classes.

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:30 - 9:30 p.m.  January 5 - May 13
Room: Police Academy  •  $175 Fee  •  Instructor: TBA  •  Course Code: 11387

EMT Paramedic - Section A

Designed to develop knowledge and skills for the advanced emergency care of ill or injured persons. This course follows the National Department of Transportation Guidelines and is approved by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services. Lectures, demonstrations, skills evaluation, and both hospital and field precepting are the principal methods of instruction. Specific training areas include administration of different IV fluids, advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring including defibrillation, cardio version, cardiac pacing, and the administration of different medications.

Pre-requisites:  Successful completion of an EMT-Basic course and State-certified as an EMT-B prior to starting the field and hospital internship component of this course; successfully completed an Anatomy and Physiology course; and pass the College level entrance exam (Compass or Asset). Must submit documentation of PPD test; Hepatitis B, MMR, criminal background record and 13-panel drug screen.

Entrance in this course is by application only.  Please call (252) 246-1296 to request an application which will include information on all requirements, costs, etc. Completed applications must be submitted at least one week prior to the class begin date.

Wednesdays  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  January 6 - May 12
Room G-233  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: TBA  •  Course Code: 11390

 

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Health Occupations

Activity Director Basic

This 60-hour course is designed to provide basic training to become an Activity Director in a health care related setting.  Activity Directors for Adult Care Homes are required by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulations to complete a minimum of 50 hours in an approved Activity Director course.  Activity Directors for nursing facilities are required to complete the 50-hour basic course with an additional minimum of ten hours in documentation, including the assessment and care planning process.  At registration, students must provide copy of high school diploma or GED.  Textbook required, approximately $150.  (6.0 CEU)

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  •  January 12 - March 18
Room G-121  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Staff  •  Course Code: 11448

 

Dialysis Technology

Prepares individuals with theoretical, technical, and clinical skills needed to maintain equipment and provide patient care to those being treated for chronic renal diseases. Successful completion of this course will prepare individuals for employment as a dialysis technician in hospitals, renal dialysis facilities, and clinics. After one year of work experience, individuals may be eligible to sit for national certification as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician. (13.0 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  •  January 11 - May 6
Room G-109a  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Kristi Randolph  •  Course Code: 11445

ECG Technician Training

This 78-hour course is designed to give students a basic introduction to the 12-lead ECG. Students will gain knowledge of the basic medical terminology of the cardiovascular system, understand the structure and function of the heart, and be introduced to the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart. Students will learn why an ECG is performed, the preparation and placement of an ECG lead, to identify common artifacts of an ECG, and to operate equipment to perform an ECG. This course is recommended for the student who already has a background in health care. At registration, students must provide a copy of their high school diploma or GED.  Textbook required, approximately $50.  (7.8 CEU)

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  •  January 12 – April 8
Room G-227a  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: TBA  •  Course Code: 11447

Geriatric Aide

Provides advanced training for the Nurse Aide Level I to focus on geriatric care. Emphasis is on the process of aging including the mental, social, and physical needs of the patient specific to patient’s rights, nutrition management, elimination procedures, safe environment, restorative services, personal and special care procedures and activities, human body structure, function and related common diseases/disorders, communication/documentation, death/dying, and the role of the nursing assistant as a member of the health care team.

Tuesdays and Wednesdays  •  5:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 5 - April 13
Room G-124c  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: TBA  •  Course Code: 11492

Hospital Unit Coordinator

This 90-hour course prepares students for an entry-level position in a hospital or health care facility. Includes medical terminology, written communication and documentation skills, data entry skills, and knowledge of basic medical laws and ethics. Students must provide proof of high school diploma or GED at the first class meeting. Textbook required. (9.0 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  •  January 4 - April 26
Room G-227a  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Wanda Batts  •  Course Code: 11482

Medical Terminology and Transcription

This 90-hour course introduces the structure of medical words and terms allowing students to accurately and efficiently transcribe the terms and physician dictation. Emphasis is placed on spelling and defining commonly used prefixes, suffixes, root words, their combining forms and body organization. Program content covers the basic human anatomy and physiology for all systems, elements of medical terms and names of major diseases, including terms used in physical exams, operative procedures and diagnosis.  The course consists of simulation of actual transcription using physician’s tapes. Students must type 30 words per minute accurately.  At registration, student must provide a copy of his/her high school diploma or GED. Textbook required.  (9.0 CEU)

Wednesdays and Thursdays  •   6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  •  January 13 - April 22
Room G-105a  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Vickie Brown  •  Course Code: 11411

Medication Aide

Successful completion of this 24-hour course qualifies the Nurse Aide Level I to be listed on the North Carolina Medication Aide registry regulated by the NCBON.

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  February 2 - February 23
Room G-227b  •  $135 Fee  •  Instructor: Donna Clodfelter  •  Course Code: 11457

Pharmacy Technician Training

This 105-hour course prepares students to work in a pharmacy to assist with day to day activities under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Students will attend 94 hours of lecture at Wilson Community College and will be expected to attend 10 hours of clinical rotation at local pharmacies. At registration, students must provide a copy of high school diploma or GED. Textbook required (approx. $100). Required supplies, approximately $20. (10.5 CEU includes 2.0 CEU of Law)

Mondays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  •  January 4 - May 6
Room G-119  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Mark Hollandsworth  •  Course Code: 11458

Phlebotomy Training and Clinical Education

Early Registration Required. Entrance into the Phlebotomy program is by application and will be limited to the twenty (20) completed applications per class. Applications are available at Wilson Community College (Building B, Room 105) or online at www.wilsoncc.edu (select Continuing Education; then Health Care/EMS).  An 118-hour course to prepare students to draw blood specimens from patients for testing and analyzing.  A phlebotomy trainee maintains equipment used in obtaining blood specimens, masters use of appropriate communication skills when working with patients, selection of venipuncture sites, care of blood specimen, entry of the testing process into the computer, as well as clerical duties associated with record keeping of the blood tests. Each student must complete 100 successful venipunctures. There will be weekend hours involved to complete the clinical requirements; clinical hour schedules vary as approved by the clinical site. Textbook required. (11.8 CEU)

Tuesdays and Wednesdays  •  9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon  •  January 5 - March 31
Room G-119  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Michael Pittman  •  Course Code: 11460

Tuesdays and Wednesdays  •  6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  •  January 5 - March 31
Room G-119  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Michael Pittman  •  Course Code: 11463

 

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Nurse Aide Training

Nurse Aide Level I 

Entrance is by application and early registration is required.  The class is limited to 20 students per class.  Applications are available at Wilson Community College (Building B, Room 105) or online at www.wilsoncc.edu (select Continuing Education; then Health Care/EMS). This course prepares students to perform basic nursing skills for patients or residents in a health care related setting. Course includes class, laboratory and clinical learning experiences. Upon successful completion of the course and the state-administered skills evaluation, the student will be eligible for listing with the Division of Health Service Regulations on the Nurse Aide Level I Registry in North Carolina as a Nurse Aide Level I. The Nurse Aide will always work under the supervision and direction of a licensed nurse. Initial listing with the Division of Health Service Regulations will be in effect for two years following the skills evaluation.  There will be weekend hours involved to complete the clinical requirements.  Schedule may vary to meet certification requirements. Textbook required. (18.0 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 4 - May 12
Room G-227b  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Donna Clodfelter  •  Course Code: 11446

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  •  January 5 – April 13
Room G-109a  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Suzanne Schupp  •  Course Code: 11444

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 5 - May 13
Room G-109a  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Gwen Hardy  •  Course Code: 11443

Nurse Aide Level II

Early registration required and is by application.  This 175-hour course prepares the Nurse Aide Level I to perform more complex skills in the health care setting. REQUIREMENTS: Completed Nurse Aide Level II application; currently listed on the Nurse Aide Registry in North Carolina; malpractice insurance, approx. $15; textbook, approx. $50.  Applications are available at Wilson Community College (Building B, Room 105) or online at www.wilsoncc.edu (select Continuing Education; then Health Care/EMS).  (17.5 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  5:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 4 - May 12
Room G-109b  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Sallie Patterson  •  Course Code: 11459

Nurse Aide Refresher

This 42-hour course consists primarily of review and testing to assess student knowledge. Passing academic and attendance required to recertify. (4.2 CEU)

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 9:00 p.m.  •  March 2 - April 15
Room G-227b  •  $135 Fee  •  Instructor: Donna Clodfelter  •  Course Code: 11455

 

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