EMS and Health Occupations
Health and EMS Important Information
STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE IS REQUIRED FOR ALL NURSE AIDE, PHLEBOTO-MY, PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, AND EMS COURSES. THE COST IS $2.00 PER STUDENT. MALPRACTICE INSURANCE IS ALSO REQUIRED.
All EMS and Health Occupations courses require 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 Depart-met 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 on-line to www.ncnar.org and click on “Verify Listing”.
STUDENT FEES
Fees listed included registration, student technology ($8.00) and student security ($4.00.) There are NO fee waivers for student technology and student parking/security fees
EMS Courses
BLS-Healthcare Provider (CPR) Initial
Designed for those in the health care profession. For successful completion of the course, students must pass the American Heart Association written exam and skills. No textbook required, supplies provided. Early registration is required four days prior to class. (.6 CEU)
Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • September 8
Room G-227b • $50 fee • Instructor: Michael Pittman • Course Code: 7928
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • September 13
Room E-102 • $50 fee • Instructor: Michael Pittman • Course Code: 7469
Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • October 6
Room G-227b • $50 fee • Instructor: Michael Pittman • Course Code: 7954
Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • November 3
Room G-227b • $50 fee • Instructor: Michael Pittman • Course Code: 7955
Monday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • December 1
Room G-227b • $50 fee • Instructor: Michael Pittman • Course Code: 7956
BLS-Healthcare Provider (CPR) Renewal
Designed for those in the health care profession. For successful completion of this course, students must pass the American Heart Association written exam and skills. No textbook required, supplies provided. Early registration is required four days prior to class. (.4 CEU)
Wednesday, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. • September 3
Room E-102 • $50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7470
Wednesday, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. • October 1
Room G-227a • $50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7957
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • October 18
Room G-109a • $50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7958
Wednesday, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. • November 5
Room G-227a • $50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7964
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • November 15
Room G-109a • $50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7968
Wednesday, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. • December 10
Room G-227a • $50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7990
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • December 13
Room G-109a • $50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7999
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 Guide-lines 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).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 class begin date.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. • August 25 - December 17
Wilson County EMS Training Room • $65 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7916
Anatomy & Physiology
A pre-requisite before entering the Paramedic program, this course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Topics include an introduction to homeostasis, cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED; copy of EMT certification. Textbook required. (8.4 CEU)
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 25 - December 3
Room G-233 • $72 fee • Instructor: Angela Johnson • Course Code: 8063
For more information on EMS courses call Brenda Dew (252) 246-1296
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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 Facility Services 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, ap-proximately $110. (6.0 CEU)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 26 - October 30
Instructors: Walldine McGarvey, Linda Jordan Room G-121 • $72 fee • Course Code: 7870
Activity Director-Update
A 16-hour course to provide professional updated information in current practices, policies, and regulations for Activity Directors in health care facilities.
Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • September 6 - September 13
Room E-101 • $67 fee • Instructor: Walldine McGarvey • Course Code: 8233
ECG Technician Training
An 80-hour course 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 bring a copy of high school diploma or GED. Textbook required, approximately $47 (8.0 CEU)
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 18
Room E-101 • $72 fee • Instructor: Nancy Johnson • Course Code: 7876
Healthcare Billing and Coding
A 150-hour course to prepare individuals for entry-level positions in healthcare billing and coding.
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 18 - December 17
Room G-105a • $77 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 8265
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. At registration, students must provide proof of high school diploma or GED. Textbook required. (9.0 CEU)
Mondays and Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. • August 18 - November 17
Room G-119 • $72 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code: 7880
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. Each class limited to 10 students.
Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • September 5 - September 26
Room G-109a • $67 fee • Instructor: Carole Griffin • Course Code: 8235
Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • October 3 - October 24
Room G-109a • $67 fee • Instructor: Donna Clodfelter • Course Code: 8278
Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • October 31 - November 21
Room G-109a • $67 fee • Instructor: Donna Clodfelter • Course Code: 8324
North Carolina Interventions
A 16-hour course which provides students with basic knowledge needed to effectively serve special needs clients in developmental disability community facilities.
Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • November 7 and November 14
Room G-119 • $67 fee • Instructor: Cynthia Nunes • Course Code: 8251
Online Medical Coding Specialist
Wilson Community College offers six on-line (Internet based) medical coding courses so you can more conveniently acquire the skills needed to work in the field of medi-cal insurance coding. You can take one or all six courses. Upon satisfactory comple-tion of all six courses, you will be awarded a Medical Coding Specialist Certificate by Wilson Community College and will also be prepared to take the National Certified Professional Coder’s exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). REGISTRATION AND COURSE MATERIALS: There is a $68 registration fee (subject to change) for each course. The cost of instructional materials must be completed before your course begins. After you complete registration, the instructor will e-mail course information to you. CD-ROMs and manuals may be purchased at the College Bookstore. Early registration required. Registration begins July 21 and ends August 25 with classes beginning September 8, 2008. (3.9 CEU each)
Courses offered this semester are:
- Medical Billing Course Code: 7799
- Medical Coding Course Code: 7798
- Medical Coding ICD-9CM Course Code: 7796
- Medical Terminology Course Code: 7794
September 8 - December 8 • $68 fee each class
For additional course and registration information, contact:Wilson Community College, Division of Continuing EducationMargie Norfleet, Computer Training Coordinator(252) 246-1210 • mnorfleet@wilsoncc.edu
Pharmacy Law in Review
An eight-hour survey of the laws which most directly affect Pharmacy Technicians in their role of Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technicians .
Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • November 11, 2008
Room G-227b • $50 fee • Instructor: Marshal Carter • Course Code: 8280
Pharmacy Technician Competency Exam Review
This eight-hour course provides a structured review of the basic concepts associated with the technical aspects of pharmacy practice.
Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • November 18
Room G-227b • $50 fee • Instructor: Marshal Carter • Course Code: 8234
Pharmacy Technician Training
This 108-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 96 hours of lecture at Wilson Community College and will be expected to attend 12 hours of clinical held at local pharmacies. Schedule may vary to meet certification requirements. At registration, students must bring a copy of high school diploma or GED. Text-book required, approximately $65. (10.8 CEU includes 2.0 CEU of Law)
Tuesdays, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • August 19 - November 4
Room G-227b • $72 fee • Instructor: Marshal Carter • Course Code: 7893
Phlebotomy Training and Clinical Education
Early Registration Required. Entrance into the Phlebotomy program is by application and will be limited to the first twenty (20) completed applications. Call (252) 246-1325 to request an application. A 205-hour course to prepare students to draw blood specimens from patients for testing and analyzing. A phlebotomist 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. Course consists of 85 hours of theory and 120 hours of clinicals in performing blood collections. Each student must complete 100 successful venipunctures. Schedule may vary to meet certification requirements. There will be weekend hours involved to complete the clinical requirements. Requirements: Picture I.D. Completed approved application with the following copies attached: high school diploma/GED, health screening/immunizations including TB skin test within three months of program entrance (date of site reading documented), tetanus injection within the past ten years, a minimum of one MMR (mumps, measles, rubella) adult booster, Hepatitis B series started if not completed. Textbook required, approximately $43. (20.5 CEU)
Tuesdays, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 18
Room G-119 • $77 fee • Instructor: Roy Page • Course Code: 7902
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. • August 19 - November 24
Room G-119 • $77 fee • Instructor: Roy Page • Course Code: 7903
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. • May 13 - August 6
Room G-119 • $76.50 fee • Instructor: Staff • Course Code 7501
Nurse Aide Training
Nurse Aide Level I
Early registration is required and entrance is by application. Each class is limited to 20 students. Call (252) 246-1325 for an application packet. This 180-hour 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 Facility Services 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 Facility Services 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. Requirements: Completed approved application with a copy of each of the following attached - high school diploma/GED approved by the Department of Education, proof of health screening/immunizations including tetanus within the past ten years, and TB skin test within the past three months with date of site reading documented. Textbook (approximately $38), malpractice and student accident insurance, watch with a second hand, white uniform (approved by instructor and coordinator), and white closed-toe shoes. A picture ID (example - driver’s license) must also be attached to your application. The Division of Health Service Regulation requires that these two forms of ID (signatures on both forms of ID must match signature on application) be submitted and kept on file for five years in a secured location. Textbook required. (18.0 CEU)
Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • August 18 - November 17
Room G-227b • $77 fee • Instructor: Audra Cook • Course Code: 7883
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. • August 18 - December 15
Room G-227b • $77 fee • Instructor: Donna Clodfelter • Course Code: 8350
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. • August 19 - December 14
Room G-109a • $77 fee • Instructor: Audra Cook • Course Code: 7889
Nurse Aide Level II
Early registration required and is by application. Call (252) 246-1325 to request the application. This 172-hour course prepares the Level I Nurse Aide to perform more complex skills in the health care setting. REQUIREMENTS: Approved high school diploma or GED. Students must have completed a NC Board approved Nurse Aide Level I course, and be currently listed on the Nurse Aide Registry in North Carolina. Malpractice insurance and textbook (approximately $50) required. (17.2 CEU)
Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. • August 18 - December 17
Room G-109a • $77 fee • Instructor: Sallie Patterson • Course Code: 7900
