BLS Healthcare Provider

This four-hour American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider course teaches you the skills of CPR for victims of all ages (including ventilation with a barrier device; a bag-mask device and oxygen); use of an automated external defibrillator (AED); and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (FBAO).   Special Notice: Books and face mask are not included and must be purchased separately.

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Electrocardiography (ECG) Mastery

Gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform and interpret ECG monitoring of the heart in non-emergent and emergent settings. Understand the anatomy and physiology of the heart, cardiac rhythms, basics of ECG, and how to use ECG equipment. Required textbook (included): ECG Mastery: Improving Your ECG Interpretation Skills, 2nd Edition (Jones): F.A. David - ISBN 0-8036-7693-X ($67.25)

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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic

Do you feel a calling to help people when they are at their most vulnerable or caught in a state of emergency? You may want to pursue a career as an emergency medical technician (EMT). This EM training program consists of a minimum 200 hours of training and instruction over approximately five months. A real-world simulation is included to better prepare you to enter the workforce. The program requires a great deal of reading and practical skills demonstrations, including 50 hours of clinical ride-along training sessions, to become an EMT.  This course is an all inclusive program that includes tuition, books, drug screen and background report if students complete the scholarship application. See this link: https://www.tridenttech.edu/ce/funding/workforce-pathways-scholarship.htm. If the above link does not work, copy/paste this into a browser address:  https://www.tridenttech.edu/ce/funding/workforce-pathways-scholarship.htm No telephone registration is available. All EMT Basic classes meet the 2018 Educational Standards. Curriculum includes preparatory (32 hours); airway (32 hours); CPR (8 hours); patient assessment (20 hours); medical (48 hours); trauma (40 hours); pediatrics (12 hours); operations (12 hours); and skill prep, review and final (18 hours). Graduates of the courses are eligible to take the National Registry Examination.   Students are required to attend all classes including the <u>first day of class which is the mandatory orientation</u>. Missing the first day of class is cause for dismissal from the program. For questions contact robert.boone@tridenttech.edu  843-574-6853.   All coursework is approved by the Emergency Medical Services Division of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. South Carolina follows the current US Department of Transportation/National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) curriculum for EMT Basic.   Certification: Successful completion of this program qualifies you to take the National Registry Examination for certification.   Registration Requirements:  No telephone registration is available.  Registration is through the link above Must be at least 18 years old before course completion. Must be a high school graduate or possess an equivalency (GED). Must be physically fit and able to perform all of the tasks required of an EMT. <u>Show proof</u> of completion of the required standardized Accuplacer test offered at the college’s Testing Center in the Student Center (Bldg. 410) on TTC’s Thornley Campus. If students have college credits or a degree the test is waived, simply send college transcript to <u>robert.boone@tridenttech.edu</u> The minimum scores that must be achieved are: 240 in each: Reading, Writing, and Math. Ride-Along Requirements: Prior to the start of the 50 ride-along hours, students must provide vaccination records of the following: Completed TTC Heath Record (before internships begin - form available first day of class) Proof of major medical insurance (student plans are acceptable) This course provides a drug screen and national background report if students complete the scholarship application, link above. Special Notice Included in this program:  Textbooks, drug screen and national background report is included, if students complete the State Scholarship application.  Required Uniform for Interenships not included: Cargo pants (navy blue or black) Polo shirt (included) Belt (black) Boots (black)

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IV Catheter Insertion

Learn the correct technique of peripheral IV catheter insertion. Topics you explore include vein location and IV placement, equipment and supplies, insertion, anchoring techniques, and connecting to IV tubing. Perform lab skills on IV therapy mannequin arms. To successfully complete the course, you must demonstrate knowledge and competency in IV insertion skills using proper safety and infection control techniques.   Special Notice: Upon successful completion of the course, you are awarded a certificate of completion. An IV start packet (ZNUR 503 Kit) must be purchased from the bookstore in the 950 building. The cost of this packet is $42.86, in addition to the cost of the course.

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Nitrous Oxide Oxygen Sedation for Dental Professionals

This live remote online course is an approved Continuing Education course designed to meet the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry educational requirements for dental assistants, and dental hygienists, to monitor the administration of nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation. This live online 4-hour course is approved for .4 CEUs, and designed to meet the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry ConEd requirements for dental assistants and dental hygienists, to monitor the nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation. See this schedule, it requires 2 logins on 2 different days:  1)  Login orientation: Tues Sept 9, 6:30pm-7:00pm 2)  Remote online Class: Saturday Sept 13th.  8:30am-12:30pm Course Requirements: 1. Participants must be one of the following: a. Dental Hygiene graduate from an ADA-accredited school. b. Dental Assisting graduate from an ADA-accredited school. c. On-the-job trained Dental Assistant who has been on the job for two consecutive years. 2. Participants must also have current CPR certification. 3. After completion of the course, participants must complete and submit the required application and documents to the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry in order to become eligible to take the board certification exam. Learning objectives: Learn the history of nitrous oxide. Understand the physiological and psychological aspects of pain and anxiety and the concepts and management of pain and anxiety. Discuss the physical and chemical properties of nitrous oxide and oxygen and the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of nitrous oxide. Recognize the indications and contraindications of nitrous oxide sedation; side effects and adverse reactions. Learn the preparation and techniques used in administering nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation; types of equipment and safety features used during delivery of nitrous oxide/oxygen; monitoring and evaluating a patient to whom nitrous oxide/oxygen has been administered. Master the legal considerations, proper documentation; and occupational exposure. Registration takes place 60 days before the start date, see below to self register. To register for this course: add to cart, create a profile, checkout and pay online.  The Registration office will email confirmation of enrollment to your email, check your spam folder. Any questions email: ce.reg@tridenttech.edu  Once registered: Students will receive an email with the login Instructions for the Orientation. Follow directions carefully, and do it early, in case you have difficulty. If any issues, follow the directions to the Helpdesk. Only the Helpdesk can help with login issues. Students will create a login early so they can logon for the 30 min Orientation on 9/9/25 at 6:30pm. Students will then logon Saturday 9/13/25 at 8:30am for the 4-hour live remote course. 

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Patient Care Technician

As a certified nurse aide, you can expand your skills with the training needed to transition to a hospital setting. Gain an introduction to hospital equipment and supplies, as well as advanced skills in areas including 12 lead EKG, basic phlebotomy, performing urinary catheterization, infection control, glucometer use, sterile technique, specimen collection and handling, measuring the output of bodily fluids including chest tubes and surgical site drains, tracheotomy and supplemental oxygen care, and BLS certification and training.   Certification: To receive certification and a BLS card, you must receive a passing grade on the PCT final examination and correctly demonstrate using equipment and supplies in patient care procedures. Strict attendance is required, and the first day of orientation is mandatory.   Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Certified Nurse Aide Training Program.  Textbooks (included in tuition): BLS For Healthcare Providers Student Manual (Ec15-1010) ISBN: 1-61669-407-6 Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician ISBN: 0-323-43013-9  Uniform (not included): Scrubs (black) Shoes that are flat, closed toe  Materials (not included, optional): Blood pressure cuff and stethoscope available through the TTC Bookstore (approximately $37) and most pharmacies.

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Phlebotomy Training Program

As a phlebotomist, you provide specialized clinical support and collect blood from patients for laboratory testing. Lab test results provide valuable information allowing physicians to diagnose and treat patients.  In this professional certificate program, students gain theoretical and practical skills and knowledge through class, lab, and clinical practice. This program is performance-based, and student must demonstrate mastery. Students learn anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, as well as how to establish a professional relationship with the patient. Students must demonstrate how to select, prepare and perform live venipuncture site, collect specimens, prepare and maintain the equipment. Students will perform the skills needed within the safety and legal aspects of the occupation. This program meets on campus two days per week. Students must have access to a computer with a camera and microphone for the required online testing. Smartphones do not work for this class.  Students must attend the mandatory Orientation on the start date on campus.  Attendance throughout the course is strict. See the schedule at the bottom of this page.  Externship: Students are required to complete a minimum 100 hours (2.5 weeks) of clinical externship off campus. Clinical schedules can vary Monday thru Sunday and times can vary; 8am-5pm, or 4am-1pm, depending on availability. Students may be offered certain schedule shifts, depending on what clinical site is available. No holidays are allowed for the externship. Students are required to have reliable transportation to travel to the assigned clinical externship site. Attendance for the clinical portion is strict. See the schedule below.  Registration Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older and be a high school or GED graduate. <b><i>Apply for the SC Wins Sch</i><i></i><i>olarship</i><i> 60 days before the class start date. After applying you will receive an email with a secure document link to submit your identity, a drivers license, or state ID.  Apply here:</i></b>   https://www.tridenttech.edu/ce/funding/workforce-pathways-scholarship.htm   Please only apply once. Failure to successfully complete a program while on Scholarship eliminates future Scholarship eligibility. After completing application students are required to email in pdf form the following all together, do not send separately. Email to: <u>judy.martin@tridenttech.edu</u> to qualify. Applications without these items will not be considered. Email acceptance will be sent. 2 Step PPD skin tests, 2 tests & 2 readings Tetanus vaccine within 10 years Flu vaccine, current season MMR childhood vaccine proof Health Insurance proof, ID front only Included in this program:  The SC Wins Scholarship funds the tuition, books, drug screening, and background screening. Textbooks: Phlebotomy Essentials Book, Workbook and Prep, by McCall Edition 7, and the BLS/CPR book by AHA.  It is the student's responsibility to know the schedule below.  Student costs: National certification exam, $145. See: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP.org) Uniform required for class and clinical: Scrub top and bottom, any color. White athletic shoes and socks. Watch with second hand. Failure to complete a program funded by the SC Wins Scholarship eliminates any future Scholarships. National Certification: Receive a TTC certificate of achievement once you successfully complete the Phlebotomy program; class and clinical portion. Students must complete 72 hours of classroom training and a minimum of 100 hours of clinical training at a clinical site. Successful completion of the program allows students to sit for the national certification examination, at their own cost, from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP.org), the gold standard certification for phlebotomists, and the credential that employers seek.  

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