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The certificate of proficiency in Advanced Manufacturing prepares students for
production-oriented jobs in automotive-related and other advanced manufacturing
companies. This certificate program introduces students to advanced
manufacturing processes and philosophies.
Wage scales for entry-level positions in local manufacturing enterprises
typically exceed pay rates for entry-level jobs in retail or service industries.
Students attending the Arkansas Northeastern College Secondary Center have the
opportunity to pursue this curriculum while attending area high schools.
Requirements: Credit Hours
MT 15003 Introduction to Manufacturing - 3
MT 15013 Design for Manufacturing - 3
MT 15023 Manufacturing Production Processes - 3
MT 15033 Manufacturing Power & Equipment Systems 3
Total Credit Hours - 12
Child Development
Associate (CDA)
Child Development Associate coursework is intended to prepare the student for
the final CDA Council Assessment to qualify for a Child Development Credential.
The Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition in Washington, D.C
awards the credential. The purpose of this course is to prepare the student who
has 480 hours of experience or is currently working in a childcare center with
the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill the student’s 120-hour coursework
requirement for the CDA Assessment Application.
Entrance requirements for CDA Training are:
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Age 18 years or older;
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Successful completion of Child Care Orientation Training (CCOT)
Candidate should ideally have 480 hours of experience or be employed or
volunteering at an approved childcare facility at least 16 hours per week while
in CDA training (480 hours of experience are required of the individual before
the final assessment process). This should be documented on the required forms
and have approval prior to beginning the core coursework. Successful completion
of the coursework only will be inadequate for CDA certification.
The CDA Certificate of Proficiency is awarded to those students who
satisfactorily complete the CDA requirements.
Requirements: Credit Hours
ED 13093 Child Growth and Development - 3
ED 13103 Environments for Young Children - 3
ED 13111 Environments for Young Children Lab - 1
ED 13083 Foundations for Early Childhood Education - 3
ED 13123 Child Care Practicum & Orientation - 3
Total Credit Hours - 13
The Commercial Truck Driving Program affords each student an opportunity to gain
the basic technical knowledge and competency to achieve gainful employment in
the truck driving field.
Emphasis is on driving skills and safety procedures. Instruction is included
that will help the student prepare for the CDL Examination. Students
successfully completing this program may be eligible for Department of
Transportation (DOT) Certification.
Enrollment Requirements:
Applicants must…
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be able to read and write;
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have no more than three (3) moving violations within three years;
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have no DWIs or DUI within five years;
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pass a DOT physical (cost varies and is the responsibility of the student);
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pass pre-training drug screen;
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be at least 19 years of age to take the class and at least 21 years of age to cross state lines in a commercial motorized vehicle.
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have a valid driver’s license;
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be interviewed;
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not be an insulin dependent diabetic.
The approximate length of this course is six (6) weeks.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
The Emergency Medical Technician Program will train the student to recognize,
assess, and manage medical emergencies of acutely ill or injured patients in a
pre-hospital care setting.
The student will be required to participate in a field internship, 48 hours in
the emergency room and 24 hours at an ambulance service. Completion of this
course will prepare the student to take the National Registry Certification
Exam.
Enrollment Requirements:
Applicants must…
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be a high school graduate, have a GED, or be within one semester of graduating high school
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have a current AHA Healthcare Provider course or equivalent (this course will be offered during the EMT course)
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meet acceptable ASSET or COMPASS scores
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satisfactorily pass pre-enrollment examination;
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be able to lift, move and perform practical skill stations.
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submit copy of vaccination records and physical exam results
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attend mandatory orientation session upon completion of the EMT Course, be 18 years of age prior to sitting for the certification exam.
The approximate length of this course is one semester.
This certificate in Industrial Electrical Systems is designed for the student
with a related background or a desire to enter the field of industrial
electrical maintenance. This certificate program also allows an individual to
update or enhance current job skills. Students wishing to enter this program
should consult an advisor.
Requirements:
Credit Hours
EL 15003 Basic Electricity I - 3
EL 15013 Basic Electricity II - 3
EL 25003 AC/DC Machines - 3
EL 25013 Industrial Motor Controls I - 3
EL 25033 Programmable Logic Controllers - 3
Total Credit Hours - 15
The certificate of proficiency in Medical Transcription prepares students for
careers involving the transcription of verbal data in the healthcare industry.
This certificate program emphasizes the importance of accuracy, organization,
and professionalism. Careers in medical transcription may involve working in a
healthcare facility, doctor’s office, or independently out of one’s home.
Successful completion of this certificate requires grades of C or better in each
prescribed course.
Requirements: Credit Hours
OT 21043 Machine Transcription - 3
OT 21093 Medical Terminology for Transcription - 3
OT 21103 Human Disease for Transcription - 3
OT 21113 Legal Aspects of the Medical Office - 3
Total Credit Hours - 12
Successful completion of this program qualifies students to work as nursing
assistants in hospitals, long term care facilities, rest homes or convalescent
homes. Testing and certification for this program is offered through the Office
of Long Term Care. Students must also complete a medical terminology course.
This basic course in structural analysis, suffixes, pronunciation, pluralization,
and spelling is required as part of the nursing assistant curriculum.
Requirements: Credit Hours
NA 16006 Nursing Assistant - 6
AH 16011 Medical Terminology - 1
Total Credit Hours 7
The Phlebotomy Technician course is a fifty-eight (58) hour lecture/lab and a 120-hour externship that includes skill development in the performance of blood collection methods using proper techniques and universal precaution. This program includes vacuum collection devices, syringes, capillary skin puncture, butterfly needles and blood culture specimen collection. Emphasis is on infection prevention, proper patient identification, labeling of specimens and quality assurance, specimen handling, processing, and accessioning. The 120 -hour externship is an individualized plan for training and experiences under the supervision of facility staff at a medical office, clinic, laboratory or hospital chosen by college staff. There is no financial reimbursement for students participating in clinical externship. Requirements: Students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better.
Credit Hours
AH 16006 Phlebotomy Technician - 6
AH 16011 Medical Terminology - 1
Enrollment Requirements:
Applicants must
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be at least 18 years of age
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be a high school graduate or have a GED
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make acceptable scores on the COMPASS (used as admission selection criteria)
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complete the ANC and Phlebotomy admission application forms
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complete the Personal Health Data and Medical History forms
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submit a copy of required immunizations and TB skin test
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be able to physically perform clinical skills
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attend mandatory orientation session
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