Degrees and Diplomas
Associate Degree Nursing
Fall 2021 Application Deadline:
Friday, February 26, 2021 at 3pm
Admissions Information
- Read the Admissions Information completely and complete the Minimum Admissions Requirements.
- Attend a mandatory Associate Degree Nursing Information Session (see dates below).
- Complete the Associate Degree Nursing Candidate Review Form online. The Candidate Review Form will open Thursday, December 17, 2020.
- Schedule your Candidate Review Appointment (link provided upon submission of the Candidate Review Form).
- Meet with the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services to review and finalize your Candidate Review Form (appointment is required).
The Associate Degree Nursing application process must be complete by 3pm on February 26, 2021.
Candidate Review Appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and February 26, 2021.
Application to Acceptance TimelineImportant Information:
It is your responsibility to read this page and the information it contains in its entirety. You must meet all requirements to be considered for acceptance; however, completion of these tasks does not guarantee acceptance to the Fall 2021 entering class.
Please review the RCC Catalog and Student Handbook for more information on policies and procedures for this program and for Rockingham Community College.
A Candidate Review Appointment is required. You will receive the link to schedule your appointment after submission of your Candidate Review Form. Contact Laura Jennings, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, at (336) 342-4261 x2127 or jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Applications will be sent to the Nursing Staff for review and ranking after the February 26, 2021 deadline.
If admitted to the ADN Program, students will attend a mandatory orientation during the summer 2021 semester.
Minimum Admissions Requirements
Complete the RCC Admissions ProcessComplete the specific Associate Degree Nursing admissions requirements:
- Completed Biology 168 and 169 with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in BIO 169 in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Completed CHM 131 (with lab) or CHM 151 with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in CHM 131 /A or higher in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Completed ENG 111 with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicant may be enrolled in ENG 111 in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Have a 2.8 GPA or higher from all completed pre-requisite and nursing general education courses. GPA calculation includes BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A, and any completed nursing general education courses ( ENG 111, ENG 112, PSY 150, PSY 241, and humanities elective).
- Be in Satisfactory Academic Standing with Rockingham Community College (2.0 or higher RCC cumulative GPA).
- Attend a mandatory Nursing Information Session in the 2020/2021 academic year.
- Hold current certification in Adult and Child CPR issued by the American Heart Association.
- Complete the TEAS exam with a minimum score of 65%. Scores are valid for 24 months (2 years) from time of application.
- Essay- One page, double spaced, typed statement responding to the following questions: What makes you a strong candidate for the ADN program at Rockingham Community College? What is the biggest challenge you will face in the ADN program?
Submit the Candidate Review Form online with the required documentation.
Schedule a Candidate Review Appointment to review and finalize your application. Meetings will take place on Zoom. You will receive the scheduling link after submitting the Candidate Review Form.
Attend your Candidate Review Appointment on Zoom to review your application materials. After all components of your application are confirmed, the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services will submit your application to the RCC Nursing Department.
Upon completing the all admission requirements, submit the ADN Candidate Review Form and schedule your appointment with the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services.
Candidate Review Appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and February 26, 2021 at 3pm.
Information Session Dates
2020-2021 Nursing Information Session dates
Sessions will take place virtually through Zoom. The Zoom link will be provided after session registration (registration link provided below).
- Tuesday, October 20, 12pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, October 21, 11am – Zoom
- Wednesday, October 21, 6pm – Zoom
- Tuesday, November 17, 6pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, November 18, 4pm – Zoom
- Thursday, November 19, 12pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, December 9, 12pm – Zoom
- Thursday, December 10, 4pm – Zoom
- Tuesday, January 19, 12pm – Zoom
- Thursday, January 21, 4pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, February 17, 12pm – Zoom
- Monday, February 22, 6pm – Zoom
Sessions begin at time listed above and will last approximately one hour. Please log into the Zoom session at least 10 minutes before the start time. Late arrivals will not receive credit for attendance and must attend another session to receive credit. If you attended last year’s information session, you must still attend one of these sessions.
Curriculum Outline & Info
The ADN Curriculum Outline and Important InformationApplicants must first submit a Candidate Review Form prior to scheduling a Candidate Review Appointment. Upon submission of the form, applicants will receive a link to schedule an appointment. Appointments are required. Applications will not be submitted to the RCC Nursing Department until the candidate has complete the Candidate Review Appointment.
Please contact Laura Jennings, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, at (336) 342-4261 x2127 or jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu if you have any questions regarding this process.
GPA Calculator
GPA is calculated using completed general education courses including BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A, ENG 111, ENG 112, PSY 150, PSY 241, and a humanities elective. The following Excel spreadsheet can be used to calculate GPA using final grades from these courses. Course letter grade (A, B, C) can be entered into the yellow column. GPA is automatically calculated in the labeled green cell.
RCC Nursing GPA CalculatorTEAS Information
TEAS Testing Information
The TEAS can be taken in the RCC Testing Center, through an ATI remote proctor, or at a PSI testing facility. Registration for all TEAS sessions is through the ATI website.
Details on remote proctoring can be found on the ATI TEAS Online Remote Proctored Exam web page.
TEAS sessions at RCC will take place in the Testing Center in the Advanced Technologies Building (ADT, room 106).
RCC TEAS Session Dates 2020-2021
- Wednesday, December 16, 2-6pm
- Thursday, December 17, 9am-1pm
- Friday, January 15, 9am-1pm
- Wednesday, January 20, 2-6pm
- Monday, January 25, 3-7pm
- Tuesday, February 2, 1-5pm
- Friday, February 12, 11am-3pm
- Monday, February 15, 3pm-7pm
- Friday, February 19, 9am-1pm
- Monday, February 22, 3pm-7pm
- Tuesday, February 23, 1pm-5pm
CLICK HERE for instructions on registering for the TEAS at RCC.
Important notes regarding taking the ATI TEAS in the RCC Testing Center:
- Please do not contact RCC to schedule or re-schedule your test. Any issues regarding the scheduling of your TEAS test is handled through ATI Testing.
- An ATI TEAS Study Manual and online practice test are offered through ATI study material website.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early. Arrivals after the posted start time will not be allowed to enter the testing room – NO EXCEPTIONS! If you have to reschedule your test, you should arrange to do so through ATI, not RCC. Refunds and rescheduling are approved at the discretion of ATI.
- A government-issued photo ID is requried the day of the test. The name on your ID must match the name on your ATI account.
- Cost: $82.00 – paid to ATI Testing upon registering (subject to change at discretion of ATI)
Associate Degree Nursing (LPN to ADN option)
Fall 2021 Application Deadline:
Friday, February 26, 2021 at 3pm
Admissions Information
- Read the Admissions Information completely and complete the Minimum Admissions Requirements.
- Attend a mandatory Associate Degree Nursing Information Session (see dates below).
- Complete the Associate Degree Nursing (LPN to ADN) Candidate Review Form online. The Candidate Review Form will open Thursday, December 17, 2020.
- Schedule your Candidate Review Appointment (link provided upon submission of the Candidate Review Form).
- Meet with the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services to review and finalize your Candidate Review Form (appointment is required).
The LPN to ADN application process must be complete by 3pm on Friday, February 26, 2021.
Candidate Review Appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and February 26, 2021.
Application to Acceptance TimelineImportant Information:
It is your responsibility to read this page and the information it contains in its entirety. You must meet all requirements to be considered for acceptance; however, completion of these tasks does not guarantee acceptance to the Fall 2021 entering class.
Please review the RCC Catalog and Student Handbook for more information on policies and procedures for this program and for Rockingham Community College.
A Candidate Review Appointment is required. You will receive the link to schedule your appointment after submission of your Candidate Review Form. Contact Laura Jennings, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, at (336) 342-4261 x2127 or jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu if you have any questions regarding the application process.
If admitted to the Associate Degree Nursing (LPN to ADN Option) Program, students will attend a mandatory orientation during the summer 2021 semester.
Minimum Admissions Requirements
Complete the RCC Admissions ProcessComplete the specific Associate Degree Nursing admissions requirements:
- Complete Biology 168 and 169 with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in BIO 169 in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Complete CHM 131 (with lab) or CHM 151 with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in CHM 131 /A or higher in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Complete ENG 111, ENG 112, PSY 150, PSY 241, and Humanities Elective ( ART 111, ART 114, ART 115, MUS 110, MUS 112, PHI 215, PHI 240, or HUM 115 ) with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in Spring 2021.)
- Have a GPA of 2.8 or higher from all completed pre-requisite courses. GPA calculation includes: BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A, ENG 111, ENG 112, PSY 150, PSY 241, and a humanities elective.
- Candidate is in Satisfactory Academic Standing with Rockingham Community College (2.0 or higher cumulative RCC GPA).
- Hold current certification in Adult and Child CPR issued by the American Heart Association.
- Must have current unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in North Carolina.
- Must have graduated from an approved Practical Nurse Education Program.
- Complete National Acceleration Challenge Examination (NACE) with a score of 70% or higher. Scores are valid for 24 months (2 years) from date of application.
- Attend a mandatory Nursing Information Session in the 2020-21 academic year.
Submit the Candidate Review Form online with the required documentation.
Schedule a Candidate Review Appointment to review and finalize your application. Meetings will take place on Zoom. You will receive the scheduling link after submitting the Candidate Review Form.
Attend your Candidate Review Appointment on Zoom to review your application materials. After all components of your application are confirmed, the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services will submit your application to the RCC Nursing Department.
Information Session Dates
2020-2021 Nursing Information Session dates
Sessions will take place virtually through Zoom. The Zoom link will be provided after session registration (registration link provided below).
- Tuesday, October 20, 12pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, October 21, 11am – Zoom
- Wednesday, October 21, 6pm – Zoom
- Tuesday, November 17, 6pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, November 18, 4pm – Zoom
- Thursday, November 19, 12pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, December 9, 12pm – Zoom
- Thursday, December 10, 4pm – Zoom
- Tuesday, January 19, 12pm – Zoom
- Thursday, January 21, 4pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, February 17, 12pm – Zoom
- Monday, February 22, 6pm – Zoom
Sessions begin at time listed above and will last approximately one hour. Please log into the Zoom session at least 10 minutes before the start time. Late arrivals will not receive credit for attendance and must attend another session to receive credit. If you attended last year’s information session, you must still attend one of these sessions.
GPA Calculator
GPA is calculated using completed general education courses including BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A, ENG 111, ENG 112, PSY 150, PSY 241, and a humanities elective. The following Excel spreadsheet can be used to calculate GPA using final grades from these courses. Course letter grade (A, B, C) can be entered into the yellow column. GPA is automatically calculated in the labeled green cell.
RCC Nursing GPA CalculatorNACE Information
Nursing Acceleration Challenge Examination (NACE) Information (2020-2021)
The NACE is an online exam proctored by a remote proctoring service, Proctorio.
Candidates can complete the test on a personal computer or by appointment in the RCC Testing Center.
NACE TESTING OVERVIEW
- Create an account in the NLN portal.
- Purchase the NACE test in the NLN portal. You will have a 30 day window to take the exam. Purchase your test no more than 30 days before you plan to take the exam.
- Review the NACE Device Set-up Instructions. Once purchasing the test, you can take the exam at any point through the NLN remote proctoring system.
NLN ACCOUNT AND PURCHASING INFORMATION
For detailed instructions on creating an account and purchasing the exam, please see the NLN NACE Student Account and Purchasing Guide.
TAKING THE NACE
The NACE is taken in the NLN portal. Before taking the exam, review the system requirements and testing information in the NACE Device Set-up and Test Instructions guide. Candidates testing on a personal computer should confirm the system requirements.
NACE scores are available within four hours of testing. Follow the NACE Score Reporting Guide to access a PDF of your score report.
NLN STUDENT SUPPORT
For assistance with the NLN Portal, please contact the NLN through the Student Customer Support Form.
IMPORTANT NACE INFORMATION
- NACE Foundations of Nursing is an online exam proctored through the virtual proctoring system, Proctorio. All testers must use Chrome and the Proctorio plugin.
- The exam can be taken on a personal computer that meets the minimum technology requirements .
- A government-issued photo ID is requried for the online proctoring service. The name on your ID must match the name on your NLN account.
- Cost: $80 – paid to National League for Nursing (NLN) when purchasing the exam.
- Candidates who will need accommodations for testing should contact Laura Jennings (jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu) prior to purchasing the test.
- The NACE is a four-hour exam consiting of 200 items. The test items are multiple choice and alternative item format used in the NCLEX.
- Students are not allowed to leave the testing frame. Breaks are not allowed.
- The NACE Foundations of Nursing includes content related to the basic physiological and psychosocial needs of individuals. See the NLN NACE Series Student Bulletin for a content outline.
- Test-takers are encouraged to study and prepare for the exam using a NCLEX test preparation resource.
- The James Library has a limited supply of NACE preparation books available for review. RCC students must have their student ID to check out books. Prospective RCC students can apply for a library card with a photo ID. The review books can be requested at the circulation desk and are available for a 7-day checkout period.
Practical Nursing
Fall 2021 Application Deadline:
Friday, February 26, 2021 at 3pm
Admissions Information
- Read the Admissions Information completely and complete the Minimum Admissions Requirements.
- Attend a mandatory Practical Nursing Information Session (see dates below).
- Complete the Practical Nursing Candidate Review Form online. The Candidate Review Form will open Thursday, December 17, 2020.
- Schedule your Candidate Review Appointment (link provided upon submission of the Candidate Review Form).
- Meet with the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services to review and finalize your Candidate Review Form (appointment is required).
The PN application process must be complete by 3pm on Friday, February 26, 2021.
Candidate Review Appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and February 26, 2021.
Application to Acceptance TimelineImportant Information:
It is your responsibility to read this page and the information it contains in its entirety. You must meet all requirements to be considered for acceptance; however, completion of these tasks does not guarantee acceptance to the Fall 2021 entering class.
Please review the RCC Catalog and Student Handbook for more information on policies and procedures for this program and for Rockingham Community College.
A Candidate Review Appointment is required. You will receive the link to schedule your appointment after submission of your Candidate Review Form. Contact Laura Jennings, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, at (336) 342-4261 x2127 or jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu if you have any questions regarding the application process.
If admitted to the PN Program, students will attend a mandatory orientation during the summer 2021 semester.
Minimum Admissions Requirements
Complete the RCC Admissions ProcessComplete the specific Practical Nursing admissions requirements:
- Completed BIO 168 and BIO 169 with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in BIO 169 in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Completed CHM 131 (with lab) or CHM 151 with a grade of “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in CHM 131 /A or higher in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Completed ENG 111 with grade “C” or higher. (Applicants may be enrolled in ENG 111 in the Spring 2021 semester.)
- Have a 2.5 GPA or higher from all PN pre-requisite general education courses ( BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A, ENG 111, and PSY 150 ). Additional nursing general education courses ( PSY 241, ENG 112, and humanities elective) are optional.
- Candidate is in Satisfactory Academic Standing with Rockingham Community College (2.0 or higher cumulative RCC GPA).
- Attend a mandatory Nursing Information Session in the 2020/2021 academic year.
- Hold current certification in Adult and Child CPR issued by the American Heart Association.
- Overall TEAS score of 55. TEAS scores are valid for 2 years (24 months).
- Essay- One page, double spaced, typed statement responding to the following questions: What makes you a strong candidate for the PN program at Rockingham Community College? What is the biggest challenge you will face in the PN program?
Submit the Candidate Review Form online with the required documentation.
Schedule a Candidate Review Appointment to review and finalize your application. Meetings will take place on Zoom. You will receive the scheduling link after submitting the Candidate Review Form.
Attend your Candidate Review Appointment on Zoom to review your application materials. After all components of your application are confirmed, the Assistant Director of Enrollment Services will submit your application to the RCC Nursing Department.
If admitted to the PN Program, students will attend a mandatory orientation during the summer 2021 semester.
Information Session Dates
2020-2021 Nursing Information Session Dates
Sessions will take place virtually through Zoom. The Zoom link will be provided after session registration (registration link provided below).
- Tuesday, October 20, 12pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, October 21, 11am – Zoom
- Wednesday, October 21, 6pm – Zoom
- Tuesday, November 17, 6pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, November 18, 4pm – Zoom
- Thursday, November 19, 12pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, December 9, 12pm – Zoom
- Thursday, December 10, 4pm – Zoom
- Tuesday, January 19, 12pm – Zoom
- Thursday, January 21, 4pm – Zoom
- Wednesday, February 17, 12pm – Zoom
- Monday, February 22, 6pm – Zoom
Sessions begin at time listed above and will last approximately one hour. Please log into the Zoom session at least 10 minutes before the start time. Late arrivals will not receive credit for attendance and must attend another session to receive credit. If you attended last year’s information session, you must still attend one of these sessions.
Practical Nursing Curriculum Outline (2020-2021) and Important Information
Please see the Curriculum Outline and Important Notices for more information on courses.
A Candidate Review Appointment is required. You will receive the link to schedule your appointment after submission of your Candidate Review Form. Contact Laura Jennings, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, at (336) 342-4261 x2127 or jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu if you have any questions regarding the application process.
GPA Calculator
GPA is calculated using completed general education courses including BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A, ENG 111, and PSY 150. Additional nursing general education courses ( PSY 241, ENG 112, humanities elective, MAT 152, and one additional general education course) are optional. The following Excel spreadsheet can be used to calculate GPA using final grades from these courses. Course letter grade (A, B, C) can be entered into the yellow column. GPA is automatically calculated in the labeled green cell.
RCC Nursing GPA CalculatorTEAS Information
TEAS Testing Information
The TEAS can be taken in the RCC Testing Center, through an ATI remote proctor, or at a PSI testing facility. Registration for all TEAS sessions is through the ATI website.
Details on remote proctoring can be found on the ATI TEAS Online Remote Proctored Exam web page.
TEAS sessions at RCC will take place in the Testing Center located in the Advanced Technologies Building (ADT, room 106).
RCC TEAS Session Dates 2020-2021
- Wednesday, December 16, 2-6pm
- Thursday, December 17, 9am-1pm
- Friday, January 15, 9am-1pm
- Wednesday, January 20, 2-6pm
- Monday, January 25, 3-7pm
- Tuesday, February 2, 1-5pm
- Friday, February 12, 11am-3pm
- Monday, February 15, 3pm-7pm
- Friday, February 19, 9am-1pm
- Monday, February 22, 3pm-7pm
- Tuesday, February 23, 1pm-5pm
CLICK HERE for instructions on registering for the TEAS at RCC.
Important notes regarding taking the ATI TEAS in the RCC Testing Center:
- Please do not contact RCC to schedule or re-schedule your test. Any issues regarding the scheduling of your TEAS test is handled through ATI Testing.
- An ATI TEAS Study Manual and online practice test are offered through the ATI study material website.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early! Arrivals after the posted start time will not be allowed to enter the testing room – NO EXCEPTIONS! If you have to re-schedule your test, you should arrange to do so through ATI, not RCC. Refunds and re-scheduling are approved at the discretion of ATI.
- A government-issued photo ID is required for test check-in. The name on the ID must match the name on your ATI account.
- Cost: $82.00 – paid to ATI Testing upon registering (subject to change at discretion of ATI)
Respiratory Therapy
Fall 2021 Application Deadline:
June 15, 2021 at 4pm
Admission Information
- Read the Admissions Information completely and complete the Minimum Admissions Requirements.
- Attend a Respiratory Therapy Information Session (optional, but highly recommended).
- Complete the Respiratory Therapy Candidate Review Form online. The Candidate Review Form will open Thursday, December 17, 2020.
- Schedule and attend your Candidate Review Appointment (link provided upon submission of the Candidate Review Form). Deadline to complete the admissions process and submit the form is Tuesday, June 15, 2021 @ 4pm.
- After submitting the Candidate Review Form, candidates must schedule an appointment to meet with:
Angela Pruitt, Respiratory Therapy Program Director
pruitta0299@rockinghamcc.edu
336.342.4261 x2337
Deadline to meet with Angela Pruitt is Thursday, June 17, 2021.
The Respiratory Therapy application process must be complete by 4pm on Tuesday, June 15, 2021.
Candidate review appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and June 15, 2021.
Important Information:
It is your responsibility to read this page and the information it contains in its entirety. You must meet all requirements to be considered for acceptance; however, completion of these tasks does not guarantee acceptance to the Fall 2021 entering class.
Please review the Credit Programs Catalog for more information on policies and procedures for this program and for Rockingham Community College.
Please review the Respiratory Therapy Performance Standards. Submitting a Respiratory Therapy Candidate Review form indicates your understanding of these standards.
For programmatic outcomes data, please visit the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) 2018 Annual RCS Outcomes for Entry into RC Practice and SDS Certificate Programs.
Respiratory Therapy Candidate Review Form must be submitted by 4:00pm on June 15, 2021. We will begin accepting Candidate Review Forms on Thursday, December 17, 2020.
Applicants must attend a Candidate Review Appointment on Zoom to review and finalize their application. Candidate Review Appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and June 15, 2021. The link to schedule an appointment will be provided upon submission of the Candidate Review Form.
Application to Acceptance TimelineContact Laura Jennings, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, at jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu or (336) 342-4261 x2127 if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Minimum Admissions Requirements
Complete the RCC Admissions ProcessComplete the specific Respiratory Therapy admissions requirements:
- Candidate is eligible to take ENG 111 without a co-requisite.
- Candidate has completed BIO 168 and BIO 169 with grade of “C” or higher (candidate may be enrolled in BIO 169 in Summer 2021 semester).
- Candidate has completed a college-level chemistry course and lab ( CHM 131 /A or higher) with grade of “C” or higher (candidate may be enrolled in CHM 131 /A during the Summer 2021 semester).
- Candidate has a 2.8 GPA or higher from all pre-requisite and respiratory therapy general education courses (must have a grade of “C” or higher). GPA calculation includes: BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A and any completed general education courses ( ENG 111, ENG 112, PSY 150, and a humanities elective).
- Candidate is in Satisfactory Academic Standing with Rockingham Community College (RCC cumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher).
- Essay: One page, double-spaced typed statement responding to the following questions: What makes you a strong candidate for the RCC Respiratory Therapy program? What is the biggest challenge you will face in the program?
Submit the Candidate Review Form and any supporting documents (please see the Review Category Area ). Forms will be accepted beginning December 17, 2020.
Schedule a Candidate Review Appointment upon submission of your Candidate Review Form. The meeting will take place on Zoom. You will receive the scheduling link in the email confirming the submission of your Candidate Review Form. The deadline to apply to the the Fall 2021 Respiratory Therapy program is June 15, 2021 at 4pm. Completed applications will be submitted to the Respiratory Therapy program after the Candidate Review Appointment.
Candidates must schedule an appointment to meet with the Respiratory Therapy Program Director, Angie Pruitt ( pruitta0299@rockinghamcc.edu, 336.342.4261 x2337) after their application has been finalized and submitted by the Admissions Office. Deadline to meet with Angie Pruitt is June 17, 2021.
If admitted to the Respiratory Therapy program, students will attend a mandatory Respiratory Therapy orientation during the summer 2021 semester.
Session Dates & Other Information
2020-2021 Respiratory Therapy Information Session Dates
- Thursday, September 17 at 4pm, Zoom
- Tuesday, October 13 at 12pm, Zoom
- Tuesday, November 10 at 6pm, Zoom
- Wednesday, January 20 at 4pm, Zoom
- Tuesday, March 9 at 5pm, Zoom
Sessions begin at time listed above and will last approximately one hour. Please log into the Zoom session at least 10 minutes before the start time. The Zoom link will be sent to your email upon registration for a session.
For more information about the program, please contact RCC Admissions at (336) 342-4261 x 2333.
GPA Calculator
GPA is calculated using completed general education courses including BIO 168, BIO 169, CHM 131 /A, ENG 111, ENG 112, PSY 150, and a humanities elective. The following Excel spreadsheet can be used to calculate GPA using final grades from these courses. Course letter grade (A, B, C) can be entered into the yellow column. GPA is automatically calculated in the labeled green cell. Students may include an optional math elective ( MAT 143, MAT 152, or MAT 171 ).
Respiratory Therapy GPA CalculatorSurgical Technology
Fall 2021 Application Deadline:
April 15, 2021 at 5pm
Admission Information
- Read the Admissions Information completely and complete the Minimum Admissions Requirements.
- Attend a Surgical Technology Information Session (optional, but strongly encouraged)
- Complete the Surgical Technology Candidate Review Form online and uploaded required documentation. The Candidate Review Form will open December 17, 2020.
- Schedule your Candidate Review Appointment (link provided upon submission of the Candidate Review Form).
- Attend your Candidate Review Appointment to review and finalize your application. Meetings will take place on Zoom. The deadline to complete the application process is Thursday, April 15, 2021.
The Surgical Technology application process must be complete by Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 5pm.
Candidate Review Appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and April 15, 2021.
Important Information:
It is your responsibility to read this page and the information it contains in its entirety. You must meet all requirements to be considered for acceptance; however, completion of these tasks does not guarantee acceptance to the Fall 2021 entering class.
Please review the Credit Programs Catalog and the 2020-2021 Surgical Technology Student Handbook for more information on policies and procedures for this program and for Rockingham Community College.
The Surgical Technology Curriculum outline may be found in the RCC Catalog. (Outline is subject to change.)
Please review the Surgical Technology Performance Standards. Submitting a Surgical Technology Candidate Review form indicates your understanding of these standards.
- 2018 CST Exam Pass rate: 67%
- 2017 CST Exam Pass rate: 87.5%
Surgical Technology Candidate Review Form must be submitted and the Candidate Review Appointment complete by the application deadline, 5:00pm on April 15, 2021. We will begin accepting Candidate Review Forms on December 17, 2020.
Applicants must attend a Candidate Review Appointment on Zoom to review and finalize their application. Candidate Review Appointments will take place between January 19, 2021 and April 15, 2021. The link to schedule an appointment will be provided upon submission of the Candidate Review Form.
Application to Acceptance TimelineContact Laura Jennings, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services, at jenningsl3489@rockinghamcc.edu or (336) 342-4261 x2127 if you have any questions regarding the application process.
If admitted to the Surgical Technology Program, students will attend a mandatory Surgical Technology orientation during the spring or summer 2021 semester.
Minimum Admissions Requirements
Complete the RCC Admissions ProcessComplete the specific Surgical Technology admissions requirements:
- Candidate is eligible to take MAT 143 with or without a co-requisite.
- Candidate has completed ENG 111 and MED 120 with a grade of “C” or higher (may be enrolled in 2021 Spring semester).
- Candidate has a 2.5 GPA or higher from all surgical technology general education courses. GPA calculation includes any of the following completed courses: BIO 163, BIO 175, MED 120, PSY 150, ENG 111, ENG 114, BUS 137, CIS 110, mathematics elective, and humanities/fine arts elective.
- Candidate is in Satisfactory Academic Standing with Rockingham Community College (RCC cumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher).
- Essay: One page, double-spaced typed statement responding to the following questions: What makes you a strong candidate for the RCC Surgical Technology program? What is the biggest challenge you will face in the program?
Submit your Surgical Technology Candidate Review Form and any supporting documents (see Points and Selection guide). New review procedures use a selection system based on the awarding of points for several category areas. Applicants with the highest number of points who also meet all admissions criteria are reviewed first. The Candidate Review Form will open on December 17, 2020.
Schedule a Candidate Review Appointment upon submission of your Candidate Review Form. The meeting will take place on Zoom. You will receive the scheduling link in the email confirming the submission of your Candidate Review Form. The deadline to apply to the the Fall 2021 Surgical Technology program is April 15, 2021 at 5pm. Completed applications will be submitted to the Surgical Technology Therapy program after the Candidate Review Appointment.
If admitted to the Surgical Technology Program, students will attend a mandatory Surgical Technology orientation during the spring or summer 2021 semester.
Session Dates & Other Information
2020-2021 Surgical Technology Info Session Dates
- Tuesday, September 22 @ 1pm, Zoom
- Thursday, October 22 @ 4pm, Zoom
- Thursday, November 12 @ 6pm, Zoom
- Wednesday, January 27 @ 1pm, Zoom
- Tuesday, March 16 @ 6pm, Zoom
Sessions begin at time listed above and will last approximately one hour. Please log into the Zoom session at least 10 minutes before the start time. The Zoom link will be sent in an email confirmation upon registration for a session.
For more information about the program, please contact RCC Admissions at (336) 342-4261 x 2333.
(optional, but encouraged – choose one session)
GPA Calculator
GPA is calculated using completed general education courses including BIO 163, BIO 175, BUS 137, CIS 110, ENG 111, ENG 114, PSY 150, MED 120, a humanities elective, and a math elective. The following Excel spreadsheet can be used to calculate GPA with final course grades. Course letter grades (A, B, C) can be entered into the yellow column. GPA is automatically calculated in the labeled green cell.
Fall 2021 Surgical Technology GPA CalculatorBridging Students (Diploma to AAS)
Certified Surgical Technologists (CSTs) who have previously earned a diploma in Surgical Technology are encouraged to apply for the Surgical Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree program. Bridging students will follow the same application process listed above. You will indicate on the Candidate Review Form that you are bridging to the Associate in Applied Science degree program.
Emergency Medical Services Bridge Program
Fall 2020 EMS Bridge
Fall 2020 Application Deadline:
Monday, August 3, 4pm
EMS Bridge Candidate Review Form
Emergency Medical Science
2021 Emergency Medical Science
Informational Sessions:
By Zoom:
- Monday, Feb 8th 2pm
- Wednesday, March 24th 10am
- Tuesday, April 13th 6pm
- Thursday, May 20th 2pm
One Semester Programs
Advanced EMT to Paramedic Bridge
2021 Advanced EMT to Paramedic Bridge
Date/times subject to change
April 12 , 2021 – January 20, 2022
Please submit the Interest Form below to be notified when registration for this program opens!
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Initial)
2021 EMT-Initial Classes
Date/times subject to change
Mar. 2 – July 1, 2021
T/Th, 6pm-10pm
Every other Saturday, 8am-5pm
Scholarship Information
Paramedic
EMS-4400
Date/times subject to change
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Scholarships are available for the Paramedic program!
Paramedic Program Interest FormEMS Program Information
Medical Assisting
MED-3300
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Medical Assisting Information PacketScholarship Information
Nurse Aide I
NUR 3240
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Please click here for information on the Rockingham Health Care Foundation Scholarship.
Nurse Aide I Information PacketScholarship Information
Medication Aide
PHM-4100
Date/times subject to change
Upcoming course dates TBA
Scholarships are available for the Medication Aide course!
Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Medication Aide InformationMedication Aide Interest Form
Pharmacy Technician
PHM-3250
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Scholarships are available for the Pharmacy Technician course!
Pharmacy Technician Information PacketContinuing Education Scholarships
Phlebotomy
MLA-3022
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Scholarships are available for the Phlebotomy course!
Phlebotomy Information PacketContinuing Education Scholarships
Cardiovascular Technician
ICV-3111-01
Date/times subject to change
February 19 – May 14, 2021
Online: February 19 – May 14
On-Campus Lab Skills: Two Fridays per month,
8:30am-12pm, OHS room 123
National Exam Opportunity: May 13, 2021
Required Orientation:
Friday, February 12, 9am-11am, OHS room 123
Continuing Education Scholarships
Advanced EMT
EMS-4300-01
Date/times subject to change
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Scholarships are available for the Advanced EMT course!
Advanced EMT Interest Form
Dialysis Technician
DIA-3100
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the Interest form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Dialysis Technician Information PacketContinuing Education Scholarships
Central Sterile Processing
MED-3002
Upcoming course dates TBA
Please submit the Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Central Sterile Processing Information PacketContinuing Education Scholarships
