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One year certificates are available in certain technical areas as listed on the following pages. Each certificate requires the completion of at least 30 semester hours as listed with a 2.0 minimum grade point average. Exceptions to the following programs must have the approval of the Dean for Technical Programs and Training and the Vice President of Instruction. The last 15 hours of regular course work must be completed at the College. If a student plans to complete certificate requirements at the end of any given semester, it will be necessary for him/her to file an application with the Registrar’s Office no later than the end of the sixth week of that semester.

Automotive Service Technology

The certificate in Automotive Service Technology is designed to prepare students for careers in this trade. Students will be provided with the basic fundamentals and skills necessary to enter the field of automotive mechanics. Students have an opportunity to explore many phases of mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electricity. The course instruction is designed so the student will receive maximum benefits, basic fundamentals and sound shop practices. This is an eighteen month program. Students wishing to enter this program should discuss their career objectives with an advisor to ensure this is the appropriate track

for them.

Requirements: Credit Hours

MA 14073 Technical Mathematics - 3

EN 10013 Technical Communications - 3

AS 17006 Engine Performance - 6

AS 17016 Engine Performance Lab - 6

AS 17025 Automotive PowerTrains - 5

AS 17034 Automotive Brake Systems - 4

AS 17044 Automotive Transmissions - 4

AS 17054 Automotive Chassis and Steering - 4

AS 17064 Automotive Climate Control - 4

AS 17075 Gasoline Engine Repair - 5

AS 17089 Automotive Electronics - 9

Total Program Credit Hours - 53

Aviation Maintenance

This program is designed for students who wish to pursue careers in the aerospace industry as airframe and powerplant mechanics.  Pending program approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), students successfully completing the general aviation, airframe, and powerplant components of the curriculum will be eligible to take the FAA certification examination for Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics.  The program curriculum involves an intensive combination of lecture and laboratory learning; students will attend class forty (40) clock hours per week.  Because of the vital importance of aviation mechanical performance, class attendance is an absolute must to remain in good standing in the program.  Failure to attend class in accordance with instructor-established provisions will result in dismissal from the program.  Consult with your advisor each semester to determine an appropriate schedule.

AV 1xxx4 Aircraft Hydraulics & Pneumatics - 4

NOTE: Pending final approval by the State Coordinating Board of Higher Education, students may be enrolled in these classes under the Associate of Applied Science degree in General Technology.

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Computerized Accounting  [ go to Computerized Accounting page ]

The one year certificate in Computerized Accounting is designed to prepare students for careers in the accounting profession as well as general office work. Students learn the elements of double-entry bookkeeping for all types and sizes of business enterprises. The curriculum trains persons for positions such as bookkeeper, clerk, account clerk, payroll clerk, posting clerk, accounts receivable/payable clerk, bank teller, and audit clerk. Students wishing to enter this program should discuss their career objectives with an advisor to ensure this is the appropriate track for them.

Requirements: Credit Hours

EN 10003 Fundamentals of Composition or

EN 12003 English Composition I - 3*

MA 14083 Intermediate Algebra or

MA 14043 College Algebra - 3**

SP 22063 Human Relations - 3

CS 11033 Computer Fundamentals - 3

AC 21003 Principles of Accounting I - 3

AC 21013 Principles of Accounting II - 3

AC 21033 Computerized Accounting - 3

AC 21064 Professional Bookkeeping - 4

CS 21003 Spreadsheet Applications - 3

OT 21003 Business Communications - 3

Total Credit Hours - 31

* Students scoring 45 or higher on the ASSET Writing Test, 75 or higher on the COMPASS Writing Test, or 19 or

higher on the ACT are encouraged to enroll in EN 12003 English Composition I.

** Students scoring 43 or higher on the ASSET Intermediate Algebra Test, 53 or higher on the COMPASS Algebra

Test, or 21 or higher on the ACT are encouraged to enroll in MA 14043 College Algebra.

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Dental Assisting Technology

The one year certificate in Dental Assisting Technology is designed to train dental assistants to perform the technical duties in all areas of the modern dental office. The program consists of training needed to assist the dentist in the dental operatory, the laboratory, and the dental business office. The formal training contains technical knowledge pertaining to dentistry and clinical application of this knowledge. Students wishing to enter this program should discuss their career objectives with an advisor to ensure this is the appropriate track for them.

Requirements: Credit Hours

Fall Semester

DA 19003 Chairside Assisting I - 3

DA 19011 Dental Science - 1

DA 19022 Dental Biomedical Science - 2

DA 19033 Dental Materials I - 3

DA 19042 Dental Clinical Science I - 2

DA 19052 Dental Radiology I - 2

DA 19061 Preventive Dentistry - 1

EN 10003 Fundamentals of Composition - 3

Total Credit Hours - 17

Spring Semester

DA 19073 Chairside Assisting II - 3

DA 19082 Dental Materials II - 2

DA 19093 Dental Clinical Science II - 3

DA 19102 Dental Radiology II - 2

DA 19112 Dental Clinical Experience I - 2

DA 19123 Dental Clinical Experience II - 3

Total Credit Hours - 15

Summer Semester

DA 19136 Dental Clinical Experience III - 6

Total Program Credit Hours - 38

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Paramedic

The 18 month certificate in Paramedic Education Training provides education in advanced pre-hospital care. This program meets the requirements of the Arkansas Department of Health, Section of Emergency Medical Services, by combining didactic, clinical and field experiences to provide the Paramedic student with the diversity of knowledge that he/she must possess to function effectively as a professional provider of advanced life support outside of the hospital environment. Students wishing to the paramedic program should discuss their career objectives with an advisor to ensure this is the appropriate program to meet their career goals.

Requirements: Credit Hours

EM 18018 Preparatory for Paramedics - 8

EM 18023 Preparatory Clinical - 3

EM 18033 Anatomy & Physiology with Lab. - 3

EM 18045 Medical Emergencies for

Paramedics I with Lab - 5

EM 18056 Medical Emergencies for Paramedics II with Lab - 6

EM 18064 Medical Emergencies Clinical - 4

EM 18075 Trauma for Paramedics with Lab. - 5

EM 18083 Trauma Clinical - 3

EM 18094 Field Clinical - 4

EM 18106 Special Consideration for Paramedics with Lab. - 6

EM 18111 Assessment Based Management

for Paramedics with Lab. - 1

EM 18123 Ambulance Operations for Paramedics with Lab. - 3

EM 18133 Ambulance Operations Clinical - 3

EM 18144 Field Internship - 4

Total Program Credits - 58

Program Enrollment Requirements:

* Be at least 18 years of age

* Complete the Paramedic Application Packet

* Successful completion of an approved DOT Basic EMT course or state/national certification

at the EMT-B level

* Must be CPR certified, AHA Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross equivalent

* Meet any additional requirements imposed by Arkansas Northeastern College or the

host site in which the course is offered

* Undergo a selection process which screens academic ability with acceptable scores on

the ACT/COMPASS/ASSET test

* Have a high school diploma or GED certificate (transcript of GED scores must be

submitted prior to registration of Paramedic Training Program)

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Practical Nursing

The certificate in Practical Nursing is approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing and prepares individuals for the practice of Licensed Practical Nursing. This program integrates clinical experience with classroom theory. Students obtain clinical experience in hospitals, nursing homes, doctor’s offices, public health departments, and schools. Students wishing to enter this program should discuss their career objectives with an advisor to ensure this is the appropriate program for them.

Requirements: Credit Hours

Summer I Semester 2008

PN 16024 Basic Nursing Principles & Skills I - 4

PN 16141 Legal and Ethical Concepts - 1

Total Credit Hours - 4

Summer II Semester 2008

MA 14023 Math for Health Sciences - 3

Total Credit Hours - 3

Fall Semester 2008

PN 16051 Care of the Geriatric Patient - 1

PN 16161 Nutrition I - 1

PN 16004 Body Structure and Function - 4

PN 16036 Basic Nursing Principles

and Skills II - 6

PN 16042 Pharmacology I - 2

PN 16072 Nursing of Children - 2

PN 16085 Practical Nursing Clinical I - 5

Total Credit Hours - 21

Spring Semester 2009

PN 16092 Nursing of Mothers and Infants - 2

PN 16103 Pharmacology II - 3

PN 16117 Nursing the Adult Patient with

Med-Surg Condition - 7

PN 16171 Nutrition II - 1

PN 16011 Mental Health & Care of Mentally Ill - 1

PN 16127 Practical Nursing Clinical II - 7

Total Credit Hours - 21

Summer I Semester 2009

PN 16153 Practical Nursing Clinical III - 3

Total Credit Hours - 3

Total Program Credit Hours - 53

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Welding

The one year certificate in Welding is designed for students wishing to secure marketable welding skills. Through an organized progression of steps, the student builds ability with the different welding processes offered. Progression is competency based. Students will achieve different levels of expertise, determined by their interest, aptitude, and participation in class. Welder Qualification is available. All structural qualification testing will be done in accordance with American Welding Society Structural code D1.1. All pipe qualifications will adhere to Section 1X of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers welding code.

Requirements: Credit Hours

First Semester

WE17001 Oxygen/Acetylene Safety and Orientation - 1

WE17013 Blueprint Reading for Welders - 3

MA 14073 Technical Mathematics - 3

WE17094 SMAW Structural Welding (Partial Joint Penetration) - 4

WE17104 SMAW Structural Welding (Complete Joint Penetration) - 4

Total Credit Hours 15

Second Semester

Choose between

Career Path Pipe Fabrication and Construction OR

Career Path Manufacturing

Career Path Pipe Fabrication and Construction

(Prerequisite: Ability to qualify 3-G, 4-G Shield Metal Arc Welding without Backing)

EN 10013 Technical Communications - 3

WE17034 Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Pipe Welding - 4

WE17044 Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Pipe Welding - 4

WE17054 Welding Theory - 4

(Minor emphasis Gas Metal Arc Welding and Flux Cored Arc Welding)

Total Credit Hours - 15

OR

Career Path Manufacturing

EN 10013 Technical Communications - 3

WE17064 Gas Metal Arc Welding - 4

WE17074 Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Manufacturing - 4

WE17084 Flux Cored Arc Welding - 4

Total Credit Hours - 15

Total Program Credit Hours - 30

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