Health Programs

Cardio and EKG Technician

Study cardiology topics and engage in labs to learn how to perform EKG examinations/stress/holter monitors. Optional national certification (NHA) will be proctored at Craven Community College for those who complete the course. Course cost consists of tuition and supply/insurance fees.

Requirements

• No textbook required.
• Students must wear red lab coat to all classes and field trip.

Cardio and EKG Technician Classes

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Central Sterile Processing Technician

The Central Sterile Processing is a dynamic and fast paced environment with work that is challenging highly technical, complex and rewarding. The Central Sterile Processing Technician is an essential part of the surgical team and have a vital impact on the smooth operation of the many departments they provide services. Patient safety and infection preventions start with Central Sterile Processing.

Classes will include basic fundamentals, Instrument identification, basic sterile processing, labs and clinical rotations. This will introduce students to the technical skills and the primary responsibilities of a Central Sterile Technician and prepare the student for employment in a hospital, ambulatory care and Physicians’ office setting. Completion of this class will provide advance knowledge and skills and hands-on practical application that will prepare the student for the workplace and the certification exam through the CBSPD (Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or through IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) with continued hands-on hours that can be completed post-employment. Course cost consists of tuition and supply/insurance fees.

Max. seating: 12 students

Prerequisites:

• 18 years or older
• Picture ID (driver’s license or other official ID)
• High School Diploma or equivalent. High school diploma, GED or college transcripts are due at time of registration. Admin staff will place copy with the registration form.
• Placement test (Reading and Math Skills). Placement test required. Email to schedule the placement test at no charge to the student. Testing will be available during business hours beginning July 1. Current official picture ID required at the time of the test in the academics center on both campuses.
• Current shot Record must document:
  • (2) MMR
  • Varicella titer or 2 Varicella injections
  • 2 step PPD/TB test current through March 31st, 2020
  • TDAP
  • FLU shot
  • Hepatitis B series-all 3 shots documented or 2 shots completed prior to Dec 1st, 2019 or titer
  • Bring documentation to the instructor; Instructor will provide details in class.
• Background check via Castle Branch required. Background check results will be submitted to the college electronically from Castlebranch. Background Check Instructions (pdf)
• Negative Drug test. Instructor will provide the details regarding the drug testing process.
• Professional non-skid shoes for clinicals; instructor will provide details regarding approved foot wear.

Students must wear white lab coats to all classes and clinicals

Books required:

• Students are to purchase the textbook set directly from the IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) website
• 8th Edition- Central Service Technical Manual (IAHCSMM)
• 8th Edition – Central Service Technical Manual workbook
  Approximately $ 140.00
• Surgical Instrument Flash Cards (Optional)

Medication Aide

Gain the credential needed to work as a Medication Aide in skilled nursing homes. This 24-29 hour class (Fees: $78-133) will prepare you for the NC Medication Aide Registry exam. This popular class is limited to 10 seats. Nurse aide credentials will also be required to work in a skilled nursing home as a medication aide.

Requirements

• Textbook Information: Medication Administration book is only available through the college bookstore. Approximate cost: $15.
• High school diploma or GED required. Bring copy to class

If you are interested in taking a Medication Aide class, please complete the form below.

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Nurse Aide I

Students must register and pay ($211.60) in person on the New Bern or Havelock Campus. Limited Seating for this program.

NC Nurse Aide I training at Craven CC is designed to provide skills essential to provide direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse. Nurse aide jobs are in high demand and upon completion, job opportunities at various medical facilities such as hospitals, skilled nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health agencies and private offices or agencies are available. This class includes class/lab/clinical and the required state testing will be available on the New Bern Campus.

Required Materials (additional charges for students)

• Scrubs: White solid top-may wear white long sleeve shirts under scrub top; Black scrub pants; solid white or black lab jacket only. Required first day of class
• Shoes: Professional shoe or tennis shoe with limited colors, clean. Required first day of class
• Analog Watch (watch with hands), Required first day of class
• Blood pressure cuff and stethoscope of student’s choice. Required first day of class
• Textbook Information: Nursing Assistant: A Foundation in Caregiving, 4th edition, ISBN (9781604250619) Bookstore: (252)638-7259
• Background check via Castle Branch required – $35. Background check results will be submitted to the college electronically from Castlebranch. Background check must be completed (results to the college) by August 15th, 2019. Background Check Instructions (pdf). Background check results will be submitted to the college.
• Immunizations/Tests:
  • 2 step PPD (TB: Tuberculosis) skin test. Required by week 2 of class. Students may upload to Castle Branch or bring document to the instructor.
  • Hepatitis B series: Student Health Form (pdf) Bring document to the instructor by week 2 of class.
• High school diploma or GED required. Bring copy to instructor
• Current Picture Identification card: Drivers License or Official State ID card. Required first day of class
• Non-laminated social security card: Required first day of class
• $120 NC state exam fee: To test 2 weeks after the program completion, students will be charged $120. This fee will be charged by the Pearson Vue Testing Company when registering for the NC Nurse Aide Test.

2019

Nurse Aid I Refresher

Students must register and pay in person on the New Bern or Havelock Campus.

Enrollment Requirements

1. An expired NC Nurse Aide I listing, lapse date within 4 years of class date.
2. Documentation of Nurse Aide I training program.
3. An expired out of state listing, lapse date within 4 years of class date.
4. Status as EMT, nurse, nursing student, and military medic from any branch of service
   • Training waiver required: https://www.ncnar.org/pdf/waiverform.pdf
5. Current picture identification
6. Non-laminated social security card required
   • First and Last names on picture identification and Social Security card must match
7. Textbook: Nursing Assistant: A Foundation in Caregiving, 4th edition, ISBN (9781604250619)
8. Analog Watch (watch with hands), required first day of class.
9. Scrubs: any solid color

Note: If you have taken the NC NAAP test 3 times within a 2 year period and failed, you must retake the course with class/lab/clinicals.

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Nurse Aide II

Nurse Aide II (Hybrid) – Initial

North Carolina Nurse Aide I employees may qualify for the Nurse Aide II credential by completing an approved program. Advanced nursing skills for employment in hospitals, nursing homes, or home health agencies are taught via class, lab and clinical/simulation.

Program Requirements:

• Current NC Nurse Aide I status required.
• High School Diploma or GED copy required, bring copy to instructor
• Background check (CBC) DUE by Aug 22nd 11 am, via Castle Branch
• Background Check Instructions (pdf)
• Shot Records:
  • TB/PPD test 2 step required after January 1, 2019, classes
  • Varicella titer or 2 vaccinations documented
  • Hepatitis B series started or 3 shots documented or titer
  • 2 MMR
  • Students can upload the PPD Documents via Castle Branch or bring the documents to class.
  • Additional shots may be required based on clinical facility. Students will be notified by the first class session.
  • TDAP records
• Current Photo ID required on first class session
• Professional solid gray scrub top
• Black scrub pants
• Solid White, gray or black lab coats may be worn in class/clinicals
• Professional medical shoe or tennis shoe
• Textbook and Computer required:
  • Textbook Required one week before seated class starts (Mandatory online orientation assignment)
  • Textbook Information: Advanced Skills for Health Care Providers, 2nd Edition. (ISBN: 978-1-4180-0133-9)
  • Students must have access to internet during the course schedule (Online course work and instructor correspondence)

Nurse Aide II Renewal

If your NC Nurse Aide 2 listing has expired in the past 24 months, this class provides competency testing to re-list with the NC Board of Nursing. Registration is required and due by the stated deadlines. Class size is limited. Last competency evaluation and written examination is conducted 2.0 hours to class ending time stated.

Program Requirements

Current NC Nurse Aide I status required to be eligible for this competency evaluation and NC Nurse Aide listing with expiration less than 24 months.

Pharmacy Technician

Class now offered on the Havelock Campus

Learn the skills to assist pharmacists in retail and medical practices.

Preparation for the national PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) exam is included in the program. Exam fee is an additional fee paid to PTCB.

Course cost consists of college tuition and supply fee.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, provide a copy to the instructor
• Student must not have any criminal charges
• Basic calculator of choice
• Solid Navy Blue Lab jacket required for all classes
• Textbook Information: The Pharmacy Technician 6e, (ISBN# 9781617314872)

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Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomy Training

Phlebotomy – drawing blood – is a rewarding professional job.  You will learn venipuncture, basic lab skills and you will be prepared for an optional national certification exam (NHA).  In addition to class time, the clinical rotation requires a flexible daytime schedule as clinical locations are available.  Course cost consists of tuition and supply/insurance fees.

Program Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED copy required.
• Hepatitis B shots (3 required) documentation of shots or titer, bring document to instructor. Students may bring documentation that the Hepatitis B series has been started. Hepatitis B series of 3 shots are as follows:
  • shot 1 administered
  • shot 2 administered in 30 days
  • shot 3-administered in 5 months
• Tuberculosis (TB) screening (2 step PPD is required. Documentation due to instructor by week 2 of class)
• Scrubs: Solid black or red top with black or red pants
• Closed toe, non-mesh shoes not allowed; must be clean, professional and easily washed/wiped, non-skid
• Background check via Castle Branch required. Background check results will be submitted to the college electronically from Castlebranch. Background Check Instructions (pdf). Background check must be completed (results to the college) one week before class start date.
• No criminal background issues (speeding tickets will not disqualify students from clinicals. Basic infractions generally will not disqualify students from clinicals. Call Katie Jenkins for any clarification.)
• Textbook Information: Phlebotomy Essentials, 6^th edition (ISBN:  978-1-4511-9452-4)

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Physical Therapy Technician (Aide)

Learn entry-level rehabilitation and therapy procedures including body systems so you can work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. Internship hours will require daytime availability of 24 hours which may be approved for the meeting the Craven Community College Physical Therapy Assistant admissions requirement. Course cost consists of tuition/insurance fees.

Program Requirements:

• Khaki Pants and collar polo shirt of student’s choice
• Tennis shoes
• Textbook Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy 5th edition: ISBN-13: 978-0803623637
• Current Tuberculosis (TB) Test (2 step PPD is required. Documentation due to instructor by week 2 of class)
• High school diploma or GED copy required.
• Background check (CBC) will be required via Castle Branch. Background check results will be submitted to the college electronically from Castlebranch. Background Check Instructions (pdf). Background check results will be submitted to the college. Background check must be completed (results to the college) one week before class start date.

Veterinary/Animal Care

Veterinarian Assistant Program/Pet Handling/Basic Grooming

Learn entry level veterinary care to assist in various settings, basic grooming and handling skills. Learn more