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 notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
January 15, 2025 – May 7, 2025
AEMT- EMS 4300-01 (#61869)
- First Day of Class Orientation
January 15, 2025
8:30am-10:30am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - On Campus Meet Times
January 15, 2025- May 7, 2025- MTWTH 8:30AM-4:30PM (1 hour lunch)
- Flip flop schedule Wed Thur / Mon Tues
- Clinicals
- 48 Hours Clinicals-TBA
- 48 Hours Field Time-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 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.
Submit the AEMT to Paramedic interest form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced
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.
January 9, 2025 – March 27, 2025
Cardiovascular Tech/Monitor
- First Day of Class Orientation
January 9, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Meeting Times
Thursdays 5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 120 - Online Coursework
January 9, 2025 – March 27, 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.
January 18, 2025 – April 5, 2025
Central Sterile Processing
- First Day of Class Orientation
January 18, 2025
9:00am-11:00am
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Lab Dates
Saturday, January 25, 2025 9:00am-3:00pm
Saturday, March 22, 2025 9:00am-3:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 209 - Online Coursework
January 25, 2025 – April 5, 2025
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 Orientation
April 3, 2025
5:30pm-9:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - Online Coursework
April 3, 2025- May 29, 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)
January 13, 2025 – May 14, 2025
No Classes Jan 20, March 12, and April 19
- First Day of Class Orientation:
January 13, 2025
6:00pm-8:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210
January 13, 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
May 2, 2025
8:00am-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 120
March 4, 2025 – June 21, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation:
March 4, 2025
6:00pm-8:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210
March 4, 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
June 6, 2025
8:00am-5:00pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 207
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
For existing EMR:
EMR TO EMT BRIDGE SPRING 2025
January 11, 2025 – March 1, 2025
- First Day of Class Orientation:
Saturday, January 11, 2025
8:00am-10:001m
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210 - First day of Class
Saturday, January 11, 2025
10:00am-5:00pm( one hour lunch break)
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 207 - On-Campus Meeting Times
Saturdays
8:00am-5:00pm
One hour lunch breaks
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.
January 7, 2025 – April 24, 2025
Medical Assisting- Hybrid (#62163)
- First Day of Class Orientation
January 7, 2025
5:30pm-8:30pm
RCC Owens Building (OHS), Room 210
Online Coursework
January 7, 2025 – April 24, 2025 - Lab Skills(on campus)
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-8:30pm
OHS 123 - Clincals
40 Daytime Hours Mon-Friday- 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
Submit the Nurse Aide 1 Interest Form to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
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.
January 21, 2025 – May 1, 2025
Pharmacy Technician
- First Day of Class Orientation
January 21, 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
January 21, 2025 – May 1, 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.
Please 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.
