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 4303-01 #63171
June 9, 2025 – September 24, 2025
Monday – Thursday
8:30am – 4:30pm with 1 hour lunch
- First Day of Class Orientation:
June 9, 2025
8:30am-10:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210
Attendance is REQUIRED on the first day.
*Schedule beginning with- Week 1 meets Monday/Tuesday 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Week 2 meets Wednesday/Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm
- One hour lunch each day
This class meets on campus in the Owens Building Room 210 on the first day & meets in Room 208 all other class days.
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 and online coursework, and on-campus class sessions.
May 5, 2025 – July 21, 2025
Cardiovascular Tech/Monitor
- First Day of Class Orientation
May 5, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Mondays 5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 111 - Online Coursework
May 5, 2025 – July 21, 2025
September 22, 2025 -December 8, 2025
Cardiovascular Tech/Monitor
- First Day of Class Orientation
September 22, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Mondays 5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 111 - Online Coursework
September 22, 2025 -December 8, 2025
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 orientation, 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 #63304
Central Sterile Processing – Online
Program dates Sept 13, 2025 – Nov 22, 2025
First day of class (In-Person):
Sept 6, 9am-11am
OHS Room 210
In-Person Lab Dates:
Sept 13, 2025 9am-3pm
Nov 8, 2025 9am-3pm
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, and online coursework. Class may be offered in an online or hybrid format. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
April 3, 2025 – May 29, 2025
Dialysis- ONLINE
- First Day of Class (In-person)
April 3, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Coursework
April 3, 2025- May 29, 2025
August 11, 2025 – October 27, 2025
Dialysis- ONLINE
- First Day of Class (In-person)
August 11, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Coursework
August 11, 2025- October 27, 2025
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.
EMT Initial (EMS 4200-01)
May 19, 2025 – August 23, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation:
May 19, 2025
6:00pm-8:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210
May 19, 2025
8:00pm-10:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 120 - On-Campus Meeting Times
Mondays and Wednesdays
6:00pm-10:00pm
Every Other Saturday
8:00am-5:00pm
Friday-One Meeting
August 8, 2025
8:00am-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 120
July 8, 2025 – October 25, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation:
July 8, 2025
6:00pm-8:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210
July 8, 2025
8:00pm-10:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 207 - On-Campus Meeting Times
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:00pm-10:00pm
Every Other Saturday
8:00am-5:00pm
Friday-One Meeting
October 10, 2025
8:00am-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 207
August 25, 2025 – December 17, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation:
August 25, 2025
6:00pm-8:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210
August 25, 2025
8:00pm-10:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 207 - On-Campus Meeting Times
Mondays and Wednesdays
6:00pm-10:00pm
Every Other Saturday
8:00am-5:00pm
Friday-One Meeting
November 14, 2025
8:00am-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 207
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
The Medical Assisting program consists of a required orientation, online coursework, on-campus lab skills, and a clinical rotation. Students must have access to high-speed internet.
Medical Assisting Hybrid
MED 3300 # 63033
April 29, 2025 – August 28, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation
April 29, 2025
5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Online Coursework
April 29, 2025 – August 28, 2025 - Clinicals: 40 hours daytime Monday-Friday *** Clinical site and time/date TBA
Medical Assisting Hybrid
MED 3300 # 63078
May 28, 2025 – October 3, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation
May 28, 2025
5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Wednesdays and Fridays 5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Online Coursework
May 28, 2025 – October 3, 2025 - Clinicals: 40 hours daytime Monday-Friday *** Clinical site and time/date TBA
Medical Assisting Hybrid
MED 3300 # 63191
September 9, 2025 – January 22, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation
September 9, 2025
5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Online Coursework
September 9, 2025 – January 22, 2025 - Clinicals: 40 hours daytime Monday-Friday *** Clinical site and time/date TBA
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/
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.
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
SUMMER CLASSES
NAS 3240-01 #63334
May 19, 2025 – July 22, 2025
First Day of Class:
May 19, 2025
OHS Room 210 1:00pm-5:00pm
Class Meeting Times:
Monday & Tuesdays
8:30am-5:00pm ( 30 min lunch provided)
No Class May 26th
No Class June 30th- July 4th
Online Dates May 19 – June 23, 2025
Lab Dates: May 20 – June 24, 2025
8:30am-5:00pm (30-min lunch)
Clinical Dates: July 7 – July 22, 2025
8:00am-4:30pm (30-min lunch)
NAS 3240-03 # 63336
May 19, 2025 – July 21, 2025
First Day of Class:
May 19, 2025
OHS Room 131 5:30pm-9:30pm
Class Meeting Times:
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
5:30pm-9:30pm
No Class May 26th
No Class June 30th- July 4th
Online Dates: May 19 – June 23, 2025
Lab Dates: May 20 – June 23, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
Clinical Dates: June 24 – July 21, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
NAS 3240-02 #63335
May 21, 2025 – July 23, 2025
First Day of Class:
May 21, 2025
OHS 210 1pm-5pm
Class Meeting Times:
Wednesday & Thursdays
8:30am-5:00pm (30-min lunch)
No Class May 26th
No Class June 30th- July 4th
Online Dates: May 21 – June 25, 2025
Lab Dates: May 22 – June 25, 2025
8:30am-5:00pm (30-min lunch)
Clinical Dates: June 26 2025 – July 23, 2025
8:00am-4:30pm (30-min lunch)
FALL CLASSES
NAS 3240-03 #63345
August 16, 2025 – December 6, 2025
First Day of Class:
August 16, 2025
OHS Room 210 8:30am-5:00pm
Class Meeting Times:
Saturdays
8:30am-5:00pm (30-minute lunch)
Online Dates: Aug 16, 2025 – Oct 18, 2025
Lab Dates: Aug 16, 2025 – Oct 18, 2025
8:30am-5:00pm (30-minute lunch)
Clinical Dates: October 25, 2025 – Dec 6, 2025
8:00am-4:30pm (30-minute lunch)
**** NO CLINICAL Nov 29, 2025
NAS 3240-01 #63338
August 18, 2025 – November 10, 2025
First Day of Class:
August 18, 2025
OHS Room 210 12:00pm-4:00pm
Class Meeting Times:
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday
12:00pm-4:00pm
No Class Sept 1 2025
No Class October 13 – October 15, 2025
Online Dates: Aug 18, 2025 – Oct 6, 2025
Lab Dates: Aug 19, 2022 – Oct 6, 2025 12pm – 4pm
Clinical Dates: Oct 7, 2025 – Nov 10, 2025
12-4pm
NAS 3240-02 #63343
Traditional
August 18 2025 – December 16, 2025
Class Meeting Times:
Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday
5:30pm-9:30pm
No Class Sept 1, 2025
No Class October 13 – October 15, 2025
Classroom Dates: Aug 18, 2025 – Sept 23, 2025
Lab Dates: Sept 24, 2025 – November 17, 2025 Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday
5:30pm-9:30pm
Clinical Dates: Nov 18, 2025 – Dec 16, 2025
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
5:30pm-9:30pm
The Rockingham Health Care Foundation provides a generous, but limited number of scholarships for nurse aid students. Please visit the Rockingham Health Care Foundation Scholarship webpage 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.
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 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.
Pharmacy Technician
PHM 3250 # 63154
September 2, 2025 – December 11, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation
September 2, 2025
6:00pm-9:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00pm-9:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 209 - Online Coursework
September 2, 2025 – December 11, 2025
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, online coursework, on-campus lab skills, and a clinical rotation.
Phlebotomy Hybrid
PBT 3022 # 63042
May 17 2025 – August 30 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation
May 17, 2025
8:00am-12:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Saturdays 8:00am-11:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Online Coursework
May 17 2025 – August 30 2025 - Clinicals: 80 hours daytime Monday-Friday *** Clinical site and time/date TBA
Phlebotomy Hybrid
PBT 3022 # 63080
September 6, 2025 – December 20, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation
September 6, 2025
8:00am-11:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Saturdays 8:00am-11:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 123 - Online Coursework
September 6, 2025 – December 20, 2025 - Clinicals: 80 hours daytime Monday-Friday *** Clinical site and time/date TBA
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.
