The Health Sciences programs at RCC are limited enrollment, meaning admission is not guaranteed. To be considered for admission to any of the Health Sciences programs listed below, certain steps must first be completed. Use listed links below to get more information about admission to each program. For admissions information, contact the Student Services Office at 336-342-4261 ext. 2333.
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.
EMS-4300-01 – #66131
This AEMT course is offered in a blended format, combining online theory coursework with required on-campus lab and clinical experiences.
- Dates: October 27, 2026 – February 25, 2027
- 8:00am-5:00pm – One hour lunch will be given
- Classes will be held each week. Student must attend either a Tuesday or Thursday class.
- Format: Blended (Online & On-Campus)
What to expect
- Online: Theory coursework completed online
- On Campus: Classroom setting, Lab Skills and Clinical training held face-to-face
- Attendance is required. Students who do not attend will be dropped from the course.
Schedule at a Glance
- Classroom: Tuesday or Thursday beginning October 27, 2026 – February 25, 2027 8:00am-5:00pm
- One hour lunch
- MUST ATTEND either Tuesday or Thursday – both are NOT required
- Class will be held in the Owens Health Science Building in Room 208
- Online Coursework: October 27, 2026 – February 25, 2027
- Clinical: TBA
- Clinical Site: TBA
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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 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.
AEMT to Paramedic Pathway – Blended
Advance your EMS career with 91大神鈥檚 AEMT to Paramedic blended pathway, a three鈥慶ourse sequence designed for working professionals. This flexible program combines online coursework with hands鈥憃n lab, clinical, and capstone experiences to prepare you for success as a Paramedic.
- Program Dates: August 6, 2026 – May 6, 2024
- Format: Blended (Online & on-Campus)
- Important: Students are required to complete all three sections in sequence.
Schedule at a Glance:
Section II – Blended (EMS 4303-03 – Section #65632)
- Dates: December 7 – May 6, 2027
- Format Blended
- Same Flip/Flop schedule
- Monday/Tuesday 8:30am -4:30pm
- Wednesday/Thursday 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Clinical Dates: TBA
- Clinical Location TBA
Section III – Capstone (EMS 4303-04 – Section #65634)
The capstone course provides an intensive, immersive experience that allows students to demonstrate mastery of paramedic knowledge and skills in real鈥憌orld clinical and field settings.
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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 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.
Hybrid ICV-3111-0881 | Section #66660)
This Cardiovascular Technician course is offered in a blended format, combining online theory coursework with required on-campus lab and clinical experiences.
- Dates: February 1 – March 22, 2027
- Format: Hybrid (Online & On-Campus)
What to expect
- Online: Theory coursework completed online
- On Campus: Lab Skills and training held face-to-face
Schedule at a Glance
- Online Coursework: February 1 – March 22, 2027
- Lab (On campus skills and training held face-to-face): February 1 – March 22, 2027
- Mondays – 5:30pm – 8:30pm
- Owens Building (OHS Room 111)
Hybrid ICV-3111-0882 | Section #66659)
This Cardiovascular Technician course is offered in a blended format, combining online theory coursework with required on-campus lab and clinical experiences.
- Dates: August 9 2027 – September 27, 2027
- Format: Hybrid (Online & On-Campus)
What to expect
- Online: Theory coursework completed online
- On Campus: Lab Skills and training held face-to-face
Schedule at a Glance
- Online Coursework: August 9 2027 – September 27, 2027
- Lab (On campus skills and training held face-to-face): August 9 2027 – September 27, 2027
- Mondays – 5:30pm – 8:30pm
- Owens Building (OHS Room 111)
- No Class – Class will not meet on September 6, 2027
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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.
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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.
Please submit the to be notified of upcoming classes.
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- to discuss program registration and placement testing.
EMR-Initial
EMS-4100
The Emergency Medical Responder course prepares the EMR student to provide prehospital assessment and care for patients of all ages with a variety of medical conditions and traumatic injuries. Areas of study include an introduction to emergency medical services systems,鈥痳oles鈥痑nd responsibilities of EMRs, anatomy and physiology, medical emergencies, trauma, and special considerations for working in the prehospital setting.鈥�疭uccessful completion of this course allows the student to take the North Carolina and National EMR Registry Exams.
EMS-4100 (EMR-Initial)
October 26, 2026 – December 21, 2026
Monday & Wednesday – 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Saturday, TBA – 8:00am-5:00pm (One hour lunch break)
80 hours classroom – 28 online hours
This class meets at:
Monroeton Fire Department
9252 US-158
Reidsville, NC 27320
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Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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-4200-03 – #65995
- Dates: August 17 鈥� December 14, 2026
- Class Schedule:
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- 8:30am 鈥� 11:30am
- Location: Owens Building, Room 206 (Class meets on campus.)
- Field Hours Requirement: 48 field hours required (details to be provided).
- Important: Attendance at the required orientation on the first day of class is mandatory.
EMS-4200-02 – #65997
- Dates: September 9 鈥� December 23, 2026
- Class Schedule:
- Monday and Wednesday: 600pm-10:00pm
- Saturday: 8:00am-5:00pm
- Location: Owens Building, Room 206 (Class meets on campus.)
- Field Hours Requirement: 48 field hours required (details to be provided).
- Important: Attendance at the required orientation on the first day of class is mandatory.
EMS-4200-01 – #66587
This Basic EMT course is offered in a blended format, combining online theory coursework with required on-campus lab experiences.
- Dates: January 11 – May 10, 2027
- Format: Hybrid (Online & On-Campus)
What to expect
- Online: Theory coursework completed online
- On Campus: Meeting three days a week – Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Schedule at a Glance
- Online Coursework: January 11 – May 10, 2027
- In Person Meeting:
- January 11 – May 10, 2027
- Monday, Wednesday & Friday
- 8:30am – 11:30am
Important Dates & Notes
- CPR Requirement
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- to discuss program registration and placement testing.
Medical Assisting
MED-3300
This Medical Assisting course is offered in a blended format, combining online theory coursework with required on-campus lab and clinical experiences.
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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 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
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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
The 91大神 Health Care 91大神 provides a generous, but limited number of scholarships for nurse aid students. Please visit the webpage for more information.
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- to discuss program registration.
Paramedic
EMS-4400
Upcoming course dates TBA
Submit the to be notified once upcoming course dates are announced.
Looking to earn both your Associate Degree and Paramedic certification? Check out the EMS Program !
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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 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.
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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.
Schedule at a Glance
- Online Coursework: January 9 2027 – May 1 2027
- Lab (On Campus): January 9 2027 – May 1 2027
- Saturday 8:00am – 11:00am
- Owens Building (OHS Room 123)
- Clinical: 80 Hours of Clinical time is required
- Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Weekdays only
- The Clinical Coordinator will determine and assign each student’s required 40-hour clinical week. After the assignment is made, no changes, exchanges, or requests for alternate clinical weeks will be permitted.
Application Steps
- Send your official high school or GED transcript to RCC Student Services.
- 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 prior to application to the program.
