EMTS 1001

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
This 18-day accelerated program is ideal for those in the military. The course prepares students to take the State and National Emergency Technician examinations. TCC is recognized by the National Registry as having a very high pass rate on both state and national exams.   

Fall 09

Spring 10

*Course cost includes text, but does not include the cost of the National Registry Exam.  Exams are computerized and are taken at a PearsonVUE Testing Center. Registration and payment or authorization to bill a third party must be recieved 5 days prior to the first day of class.

Walk-in registration for all EMT courses is done ONLY at the downtown Norfolk campus in the Martin Bldg. at 300 Granby St., 5th floor, Norfolk, VA 23510.

EMT Course/Clinical Information Sheet

TCC EMT Physical Form

(do not turn in - bring to class on first day)

Virginia Office of EMS - State Prerequisites

NREMT Written Exam Information

EMTS 1002

Emergency Medical Technician Refresher (36 hour state refresher)
This 36 hour course reviews essential components of the State and National Standard Training Curriculum and is designed to assist EMTs in maintaining up-to-date proficiency and certification. EMT-B must be renewed every four years for state and every two years for national certification. Must have current CPR. (Meets the 24 hour required topics for both National Registry and Virginia.)

Fall 2009

* The $250 tuition does not include text or cost of National Registry Exam.

EMTS 1004-1006

Intermediate/Paramedic National Registry Exam Practicals

The National Registry Exam Practical is open open to all who qualify.  Candidates must pre-register and confirm their eligibility.  Call (757) 822-7335 for exam dates and to pre-register (pre-registration must be at least 21 days before the date of the exam.

Exam Dates for 2009:

       August 7th

       December 18th

Prices:

          EMTS 1004 Practical Exam: 1 Station - $30.00

          EMTS 1005 Practical Exam: 2-3 Station - $60.00

          EMTS 1006 Practical Exam: 4+ Station - $150.00

Registration and payment or authorization to bill a third party must be received 3 days prior to the date of the test.

HLTH 1014

Pharmacy Technician

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This comprehensive 50 hour course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Certification Board's PTCB Exam.  Tuition includes textbook and materials.

Fall 09

Spring 10

HLTH 1015

Medical Billing & Coding

This 70 hour course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually file claims, trace delinquent claims, and appeal denied claims. The course covers Current Procedural Terminology (CPT); specialty fields such as surgery, radiology, and laboratory; International Classification of Diseases (ICD-9); and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Students will even learn how to find the service and codes using manuals such as CPT, ICD-9, and the Health Care Procedure Coding System (HCPCS).

After obtaining practical work experience (anywhere between 6 months to 2 years), students completing the course should be qualified to sit for numerous national certification exams such as:
• The American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice)
• The American Health Information Association (AHIMA) - Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam.

Fall 09

Spring 10

HLTH 1019

Phlebotomy Technician
The 90 clock hour Phlebotomy Technician Program prepares professionals to collect blood specimens from clients for the purpose of laboratory analysis. Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely.  view flyer

Fall 09

*No class Nov. 26.
** Additional Classes Saturdays Oct. 17, Nov. 7, Nov. 21, Dec. 5; 9:00am - 3:00pm

Spring 10

*Additional Classes Saturdays: March 6, March 27, April 17; 9:00am - 3:00pm

CUSTOMIZED COURSES

American Heart Association Courses:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider
  ACLS is for healthcare providers whose occupations or volunteer activities demand proficiency and skill to manage adult cardiac emergencies.

• ACLS Retraining
  This is the recommended course for retraining and for individuals with extensive experience in adult cardiac management. Text available at the Virginia Beach Campus bookstore.

• CPR Certification-Healthcare Provider
  Learn to save a life in this one-day American Heart Association approved course. Upon successful completion participants receive a Health Care Provider card. Cost does not include text. Text is available at the Virginia Beach Campus bookstore.

• Heartsaver: FACTS

              This course consists of first aid, CPR and AED training customized to meet the needs of the

              company. It meets the requirements of both AHA Health Care Provider and Heartsaver 

              FACTS.

• PALS Provider
  The American Heart Association's Pediatric Advanced Life Support program is designed to improve the skill and knowledge in the assessment and management of pediatric and neonatal emergencies. This course is for healthcare providers (medical, nursing, paramedical, or allied health personnel) whose daily occupations or volunteer activities demand proficiency in the knowledge and skills of PALS. Pre-course study is required.

• PALS Retraining
  This one-day program is designed to refresh the participant's knowledge and skills in Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Text available at the Virginia Beach Campus bookstore. Call for next scheduled class.

Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS)
This hands-on course offers basic EMS personnel complete training in the skills necessary for rapid assessment, resuscitation, stabilization and transportation of trauma patients. (16-20 hours)

Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) Refresher
This is the recommended course for recertification.

National Safety Council Courses:

• First Aid/CPR-Level One
  This course is for youth, groups, office workers, restaurant and hotel employees. (2-6 hours)

• First Aid/CPR-Level Two

              Level Two fits the need for corporate and on-the-job worksite training. (8-16 hours

• First Aid/CPR-Level Three
  This course is designed for safety and health professionals where advanced training and certification are needed. (16-40 hours)

Critical Care Updates

These custom-designed courses can be offered off-site. CEU's may be received from the Virginia department of Emergency Medical Services for each session successfully completed.

Examples of classes are as follows:

• CCU-12 Lead EKG Review (6 hours)
• CCU-Hemodynamic Monitoring (6 hours)
• CCU-Airway and Respiratory Update (3 hours)
• CCU-Burn/Trauma (3 hours)
• CCU-Resuscitative and Post-resuscitative Pharmacology (6 hours)
• Cardiac Pharmacology (3 hours)
• L&D of Pre-term Infant (3 hours)
• Cerebral Injuries (3 hours)