Short-Term Certifications
Advanced EMT
The Advanced EMT to Paramedic program consists of online coursework and on-campus dates. This course requires both on campus and online coursework. Students must have access to high speed internet.
EMS-4300
April 3 – June 22, 2023
Rotating-Flip/Flop Schedule
- Monday-Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Students will come two days a week, either: - Monday/Tuesday – 8:00am – 5:00pm
Owens Building (OHS), Room 208 - Wednesday/Thursday – 8:00am – 5:00pm
Owens Building (OHS), Room 208
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss placement testing and registration.
Clinical Compliance Policy
The Advanced EMT program provides learning opportunities for students in an array of clinical learning environments. To comply with program policies, state and local regulations for healthcare providers, and in the interest of your own personal safety, the safety of your patients, and the potential liability to both the college and clinical agency, there are significant compliance requirements that must be met in order to enter the clinical area.
Applicants are expected to review the Compliance Policy for Clinical Placement prior to application to the program.
Advanced EMT to Paramedic
EMS-4303
September 26 – May 16, 2024
Flip Flop Schedule
- Tuesdays or Thursdays: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
- One Saturday per month: 8:00am – 1:00pm
- This class meets on campus in the Owens Building Room 208 (OHS)
AEMT to Paramedic Bridge Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss placement testing and registration.
Clinical Compliance Policy
The Advanced EMT program provides learning opportunities for students in an array of clinical learning environments. To comply with program policies, state and local regulations for healthcare providers, and in the interest of your own personal safety, the safety of your patients, and the potential liability to both the college and clinical agency, there are significant compliance requirements that must be met in order to enter the clinical area.
Applicants are expected to review the Compliance Policy for Clinical Placement prior to application to the program.
Cardiovascular Technician
ICV-3111
The Cardiovascular Technician program consists of a required orientation/HRD class, online coursework, and on-campus class sessions.
ICV-3111-01
February 29, 2024 – April 27, 2024
- Required Orientation
February 29, 2024
2:00pm-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 208 - Required HRD 7122 Pre-requisite:
February 29, 2024
3:00pm-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Coursework
March 4, 2024-April 27, 2024 - On-Campus Lab Skills
March: 9th and 23rd
April: 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th
11:00am-2:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 208
Cardiovascular Technician Information
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Central Sterile Processing
The Central Sterile Processing program consists of a required pre-requisite course (HRD), online coursework and on-campus dates. This course requires both on campus and online coursework. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
PHM 3002-01
September 8 – November 18, 2023
- Required Pre-Requisite Course (HRD 3005)
September 8, 2023
9:00am – 12:00pm - PHM 3002 Online Coursework
September 9 – November 18, 2023 - PHM 3002 On-Campus Dates
Saturday, September 9, 2023, 9:00am-3:00pm
Saturday, November 11, 2023, 9:00am-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building, Room 209
PHM 3002-01
January 27 – April 6, 2024
- Required Pre-Requisite Course (HRD 7125)
Friday, January 26, 2024
9:00am – 12:00pm
- PHM 3002 Online Coursework
January 27 – April 6, 2024 - PHM 3002 On-Campus Dates
Saturday, January 27, 2024, 9:00am-3:00pm
Saturday, March 23, 2024, 9:00am-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building, Room 209
Central Sterile Processing Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
CPR (AHA Basic Life Support)
SEF-7010
Upcoming CPR Courses:
Continuing Education Live Course Schedule
Register for CPR (SEF-7010):
Continuing Education Registration
Dialysis Technician
DIA-3100
The Dialysis Technician program consists of a required orientation, required pre-requisite course (HRD), online coursework, on-campus lab skills and a clinical rotation. This course requires both on campus and online coursework. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
DIA-3100-01
February 1, 2024 – March 27, 2024
- Orientation
February 1, 2024
2:00pm-4:00pm
Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - HRD
February 1, 2024
4:00pm-6:00pm
Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Class
February 5, 2024 – March 27, 2024
Dialysis Technician Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration and placement testing.
EMT-Initial
EMS-4200
The EMT program is designed to teach basic life support skills. EMTs are able to function in many areas including EMS systems, fire departments, hospitals, rescue squads, and physician offices. The class consists of lectures and hands-on skills instruction as well as field clinical opportunities. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to sit for the North Carolina or National Registry EMT examination.
EMS-4200-02
- September 6 – January 20, 2024
Monday & Wednesday 6:00pm – 10:00pm - Friday, November 10, 8:00am -5:00pm
- Every other Saturday starting September 16th, 8:00am – 5:00pm
This class meets on campus in the Owens Building (OHS 120)
Starting in 2024
EMS-4200-02
- January 8 – May 13, 2024
Monday & Wednesday 6pm – 10pm - Every other Saturday beginning January 20, 2024, 8:00am – 5:00pm
This class meets on campus in the Owens Building (OHS 120)
EMT-Initial Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration and placement testing.
Medical Assisting
MED-3300
To be notified of upcoming Medical Assisting courses, please submit the Medical Assisting Interest Form.
Medical Assisting Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Clinical Compliance Policy
The Medical Assisting program provides learning opportunities for students in an array of clinical learning environments. To comply with program policies, state and local regulations for healthcare providers, and in the interest of your own personal safety, the safety of your patients, and the potential liability to both the college and clinical agency, there are significant compliance requirements that must be met in order to enter the clinical area.
Applicants are expected to review the Compliance Policy for Clinical Placement prior to application to the program.
Medication Aide
The Medication Aide Program is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
4516 Lake Boone Trail, Raleigh, NC 27607
919-781-9461
https://www.ncbon.com/
PHM-4100
October 14 – 28, 2023
- Saturdays 9:00am – 5:30pm
- Class meets on 10/14/23, 10/21/23 and 10/28/23.
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss registration.
Medical Terminology
MED-3235
The Medical Terminology course is an introduction to the study of the structure of medical words and terms. 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, laboratory medicine, pharmacology, elements of medical terms and names of major diseases, including terms used in physical exams, operative procedures and diagnosis.
MED 3235-01
September 6 – December 13, 2023
- Online Class
September 6 – December 13, 2023
Online
Medical Terminology Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Nurse Aide I
The Nurse Aide Program is approved by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Health Regulation Health Care Personnel Registry Section Center for Aide and Education (CARE).
Center for Aide Regulation and Education
2709 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2709
919-855-3969
www.ncnar.org
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Nurse Aide I Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Please visit the Rockingham Health Care Foundation Scholarship document for more information.
Nurse Aide I Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Nurse Aide I (Hybrid)
The Nurse Aide Program is approved by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Health Regulation Health Care Personnel Registry Section Center for Aide and Education (CARE).
Center for Aide Regulation and Education
2709 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2709
919-855-3969
www.ncnar.org
Hybrid Course Format
This course is being offered in a blended format and consists of both online and on-campus coursework.
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Nurse Aide I Hybrid Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Please visit the Rockingham Health Care Foundation Scholarship document for more information.
Nurse Aide I Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Nurse Aide I (Refresher)
The Nurse Aide Program is approved by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Health Regulation Health Care Personnel Registry Section Center for Aide and Education (CARE).
Center for Aide Regulation and Education
2709 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2709
919-855-3969
www.ncnar.org
NAS 3242
October 16 – November 9, 2023
The Nurse Aide I Refresher program consists of a required orientation, classwork, lab skills, and clinicals.
- Mandatory First Day Orientation
October 16, 2023
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Owens Building - Class
October 16 – November 9, 2023
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Please visit the Rockingham Health Care Foundation Scholarship document for more information.
Nurse Aide I (Refresher) Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Paramedic
EMS-4400
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Paramedic Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Paramedic Program Information Packet
Looking to earn both your Associate Degree and Paramedic certification? Check out the EMS Program !
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss placement testing and registration.
Clinical Compliance Policy
The Paramedic program provides learning opportunities for students in an array of clinical learning environments. To comply with program policies, state and local regulations for healthcare providers, and in the interest of your own personal safety, the safety of your patients, and the potential liability to both the college and clinical agency, there are significant compliance requirements that must be met in order to enter the clinical area.
Applicants are expected to review the Compliance Policy for Clinical Placement prior to application to the program.
Pharmacy Technician
PHM-3250
The Pharmacy Technician program consists of a required pre-requisite course (HRD 7121), orientation, online coursework, and on-campus class sessions. This course requires both on campus and online coursework. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
PHM-3250-01
January 16, 2024 – May 2, 2024
- Pharmacy Technician Orientation
January 16, 2024
5:00pm-6:00pm
OHS Building (OHS), Room 209 - HRD 7121 Career Readiness Course
January 16, 2024
6:00pm-8:00pm
OHS Building (OHS), Room 210 - RCC Campus
January 23, 2024 – May 2, 2024
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:00pm-9:00pm
Owens Building (OHS), Room 209
Pharmacy Technician Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Phlebotomy
PBT-3022
The Phlebotomy program consists of a required orientation, required pre-requisite course, online coursework, on-campus lab skills, and a clinical rotation.
Upcoming course dates TBA. Submit the Phlebotomy Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
Clinical Compliance Policy
The Phlebotomy program provides learning opportunities for students in an array of clinical learning environments. To comply with program policies, state and local regulations for healthcare providers, and in the interest of your own personal safety, the safety of your patients, and the potential liability to both the college and clinical agency, there are significant compliance requirements that must be met in order to enter the clinical area.
Applicants are expected to review the Compliance Policy for Clinical Placement prior to application to the program.
Psychiatric Technician Level I
The Psychiatric Technician Level I program consists of a required pre-requisite course (HRD), online coursework and on-campus dates. This course requires both on campus and online coursework. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
MHT-3000
Psychiatric Technician Level I Information Packet
Application Steps
- Apply for residency through the NC Residency Determination Service.
- Complete an RCC application .
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Admissions.
- Schedule an appointment to discuss program registration.
