Short-Term Certifications
Advanced EMT
The Advanced EMT 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.
Submit the Advanced EMT interest form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Advanced EMT Information PacketApplication 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
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-4303 Blended course
April 17 – Dec 17, 2024
- Odd weeks meet Wed/Thurs
- Even weeks meet Mon/Tuesday
- All class days are 8:30am-4:30pm
- RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 208
Paperwork deadline- Apr 14th
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-3111-02
May 30, 2024- July 25, 2024
- Required Orientation
May 30, 2024
1:00pm-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Required HRD 7122 Pre-requisite:
May 30, 2024
3:00pm-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Coursework
June 6, 2024- July 25, 2024 - On-Campus Lab Skills
June 6, 2024- July 25, 2024
Thursdays 1:00pm-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 120
August 1, 2024- September 26, 2024
- Required HRD Pre-requisite:
August 1, 2024
5:30pm-7:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Required Orientation
August 1, 2024
7:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 111 - On-Campus Lab Skills
August 5, 2024-September 26, 2024
Thursdays 5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 111
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 # 61063
Sept 6, 2024 – Nov 16, 2024
- Required HRD Orientation Pre-requisite:
Sept 6th, 2024
Friday 9:00am- 12:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - On-Campus Lab Skills
Sept 7, 2024 and Nov 9, 2024
Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS) 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), and online coursework. Class may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
May 30, 2024 – July 25, 2024
No Classes July 4
- Required Orientation
May 30, 2024
1:00pm-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Required HRD 7122 Pre-requisite:
May 30, 2024
3:00pm-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Coursework
June 6, 2024- July 25, 2024 - On-Campus Lab Skills
June 3, 2024- July 25, 2024
Thursdays 5:15pm-7:15pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 111
October 17, 2024 – December 12, 2024
Dialysis- ONLINE
- Required Orientation
October 17, 2024
1:00pm-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Required HRD 7122 Pre-requisite:
October 17, 2024
3:00pm-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Coursework
October 21, 2024- December 12, 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
May 6, 2024 – July 13, 2024
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 6pm-10pm
- Every other Saturday starting May 11, 2024 8:00am-5:00pm
- RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 208
Paperwork deadline- May 4, 2024
May 15, 2024 – August 21, 2024
- Monday & Wednesday 6pm-10pm
- Every other Saturday starting May 18, 2024 8:00am-5:00pm
- RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 120
Paperwork deadline- May 13, 2024
May 11, 2024 – August 17, 2024
- Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm
- RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 208
Paperwork deadline- May 9, 2024
EMT-Initial Information PacketApplication 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
The Medical Assisting program consists of a required orientation, required pre-requisite course, online coursework, on-campus lab skills, and a clinical rotation. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
Submit the Medical Assisting Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
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
March 18, 2024 – March 27, 2024
Class will meet as follows:
- Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday
4:00PM-8:00PM - This class meets on campus in the Owens Building(OHS), Room 111
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.
Class Dates TBD.
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
Nurse Aide Level 1 (Daytime/Blended)
August 19, 2024 – November 4, 2024
NAS-3240-04
- Mandatory Orientation
August 19, 2024
HRD: 12:00pm-2:00pm, OHS Room 210
Program Orientation: 2:00pm-4:00pm, OHS Room 131 - Online
August 19, 2024 – September 30, 2024 - Lab
August 19, 2024 – October 7, 2024
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesdays
12:00p.m-4:00pm
OHS, Room 131 - Clinicals
Oct 8, 2024 – November 4, 2024
48 hours
Location: TBD
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.
To be notified of upcoming Nurse Aide courses, please submit the Nurse Aide I Interest Form.
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
Submit the Nurse Aide I Refresher 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 (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.
August 27, 2024- December 12, 2024
- Required Orientation:
August 27, 2024
6:00pm-7:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 209 - Required HRD Pre-requisite
August 27, 2024
7:00pm-9:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - On-Campus Lab Skills
September 3, 2024-December 12, 2024
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm-9:00pm
RCC 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.
May 29, 2024- September 18, 2024
- Required Orientation:
May 29, 2024
9:00am-10:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Required HRD Pre-requisite
May 29, 2024
10:00am-12:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - On-Campus Lab Skills
June 5, 2024-September 18, 2024
Wednesdays 9:00am-12:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 123
July 1, 2024- October 21, 2024
- Required Orientation:
July 1, 2024
5:30pm-6:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Required HRD Pre-requisite
July 1, 2024
6:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - On-Campus Lab Skills
July 8, 2024-October 21, 2024
Mondays 5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 123
August 17, 2024- December 7, 2024
- Required Orientation:
August 17, 2024
8:00am-9:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Required HRD Pre-requisite
August 17, 2024
9:00am-11:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - On-Campus Lab Skills
August 24, 2024-December 7, 2024
Saturdays 8:00am-11:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS) Room 123
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.
