NONCREDIT Health and Medical Courses

In order to enroll in any of these courses, you must first apply to the college by clicking the button below.

 
*All noncredit course tuition and fees are assessed by each class. Tuition, fees, and other charges relating to noncredit classes are not refundable unless the training course is canceled by the College. If the College cancels a class, then 100% of all College-assessed tuition and fees paid will be refunded for the canceled class.

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (IN PERSON)

This AHA BLS course is for the Healthcare Career Professional that needs to know how to perform adult, child and infant CPR, Foreign Body Object (FBO) and other lifesaving skills. This course is taught in person over 6 hrs. 

Class start dates:
  • Students will be given dates to choose from once the application is received
Tuition:
  • $58

If you are interested in applying to this program, please complete the following steps:

  1. Complete an admissions application to Fletcher Technical Community College (current/continuing Fletcher students do not need to submit another application) online at www.fletcher.edu. Select Healthcare as your program.
  2. Be fully or unconditionally accepted to Fletcher Technical Community College by completing all Admissions requirements. Admissions will notify you of your status via email.
  3. Complete and submit the “Application for Admission to Noncredit Nursing and Allied Health programs” located here: Noncredit Nursing & Allied Health Application

ELECTROCARDIOGRAPH TECHNICIAN

The Electrocardiograph Technician program is a 15 week program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians and nurses, to administer ECG diagnostic examinations and report results to the treatment team. You will learn about basic anatomy and physiology, the cardiovascular system, medical terminology, cardiovascular medications and effects, patient care, ECG administration, equipment operation and maintenance, interpretation of cardiac rhythm, patient record management, and professional standards and ethics.

Class start dates: (subject to change)
  • January 17, 2023
  • August 22, 2023   
Tuition:
  • $900

Learn more about the Electrocardiograph Technician program.

IV Therapy Hybrid Course

Pursuant to the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE), this is a required education for LPNs in the State of Louisiana. This curriculum, approved by the state board, is designed as a hybrid course for Licensed Practical Nurses desiring education in IV therapy. The course is mainly online with a face to face check off on campus. It is a self-paced course that begins when the student is registered and must be completed within 8 weeks. The implications for intravenous therapy (IV Therapy) including equipment/devices used, anatomy/ physiology, methods and techniques, infection control measures, safety, complications, and related issues are discussed. The role of the practical nurse related to legal and ethical considerations of intravenous therapy and supervised lab performance are integral parts of this course. Students who are unsuccessful or do not complete the course within the 8 week period will receive a "U".  Students will have a maximum of two attempts to take this course.  This course will require the use of a webcam with Respondus LockDown Browser when taking exams. Learn more about the course exam requirements.

Class start dates: (subject to change)
  • January 17, 2023
  • March 20th, 2023
  • June 1, 2023
  • August 22, 2023
  • Oct 16, 2023
Tuition:
  • $600
If you are interested in applying to this program, please complete the following steps:
 
  1. Complete an admissions application to Fletcher Technical Community College (current/continuing Fletcher students do not need to submit another application) online at www.fletcher.edu. Select Healthcare as your program.
  2. Be fully or unconditionally accepted to Fletcher Technical Community College by completing all Admissions requirements. Admissions will notify you of your status via email.
  3. Complete and submit the “Application for Admission to Noncredit Nursing and Allied Health programs” located here: Noncredit Nursing & Allied Health Application

LPN Refresher (Online)

The LPN Refresher curriculum is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE) for LPNs requiring completion of the theory component of a refresher course. To determine eligibility status for licensure reinstatement/renewal, nurses must contact LSBPNE prior to enrolling into the course. The course is self-paced, online and covers all topics of the LPN in Louisiana including law, nursing process, documentation, infection control, pharmacology, basic and advanced skills, geriatrics, medical surgical, obstetrics, and pediatric nursing. The course consists of twelve modules with an exam for each and must be completed within a 6 month period. Successful completion of the theory portion of the course must occur with an 80% or better before the LPN can be considered for issuance of a temporary permit. LSBPNE requires the successful completion of a didactic (theory) portion and a clinical portion of the refresher course. The nurse is responsible for finding a clinical site and RN Preceptor in an adult medical surgical setting. Upon successful completion of the didactic portion the nurse should follow the guidelines per LSBPNE to apply for a temporary permit, required PRIOR to providing patient care during the clinical component. Visit www.lsbpne.com or contact at 504-838-5791 for more information regarding temporary permit application/requirements for nurses enrolled in a refresher course. Students who are unsuccessful or do not complete the course within the 6 month period will receive a "U".  Students will have a maximum of two attempts to take this course. This course will require the use of a webcam with Respondus LockDown Browser when taking exams. Learn more about the course exam requirements.

BOOK NEEDED:  Rosdahl’s Textbook of Basic Nursing (12th ed) ISBN: 978-1975171339 and a current Nursing Drug Guide. The Workbook for Rosdahl's Textbook of Basic Nursing ISBN: 978-1975172916 is strongly recommended. 

Class start dates: (subject to change)
  • January 17, 2023
  • June 1, 2023
  • August 22, 2023
Tuition:
  • $600

If you are interested in applying to this program, please complete the following steps:

  1. Complete an admissions application to Fletcher Technical Community College (current/continuing Fletcher students do not need to submit another application) online at www.fletcher.edu. Select Healthcare as your program.
  2. Be fully or unconditionally accepted to Fletcher Technical Community College by completing all Admissions requirements. Admissions will notify you of your status via email.
  3. Complete and submit the “Application for Admission to Noncredit Nursing and Allied Health programs” located here: Noncredit Nursing & Allied Health Application

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

The noncredit Medical Assistant Program provides students with the knowledge and skills to prepare them to work in physician’s offices and clinics performing both administrative and clinical skills.  The program also prepares students to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam provided by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The program includes instruction in reviewing and recording patient histories and clinical data, patient care, investigative and examination procedures, diagnostic procedures, data analysis and documentation, physician consultation, equipment operation and monitoring, and professional standards and ethics. This course will require the use of a webcam with Respondus LockDown Browser when taking exams. Learn more about the course exam requirements.

Class start dates: (subject to change)
  • Spring 2023...exact date TBD
Tuition:
  • $2000 + additional program specific costs
Funding Opportunities:

Learn more information about the Medical Assistant program.

Nursing Assistant

The Nursing Assistant Program prepares students to perform basic care services to patients including checking vital signs, grooming, and nutrition. This program also prepares students to take the Certified Nursing Assistant exam provided by Prometric. The program includes an introduction to health care, basic nursing skills, body structure and function, and infection control. Students participate in clinical activities at long term care facilities under the supervision of the instructor.

Class start dates: (subject to change)  
  • January 23, 2023
  •  April 17, 2023
  • July 10, 2023
  • October 2, 2023  
Tuition:
  • $900 + additional program specific costs
Funding Opportunities:

Train the Trainer

Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) approved program to instruct individuals on LDH regulations, nurse aide/MAC training, and the knowledge needed to prepare a Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medication Attendant Certified (MAC) training class. 

Class start dates:
  • Students will be given dates to choose from once the application is received.
Tuition:
  • $200

If you are interested in applying to this program, please complete the following steps:

  1. Complete an admissions application to Fletcher Technical Community College (current/continuing Fletcher students do not need to submit another application) online at www.fletcher.edu. Select Healthcare as your program.
  2. Be fully or unconditionally accepted to Fletcher Technical Community College by completing all Admissions requirements. Admissions will notify you of your status via email.
  3. Complete and submit the “Application for Admission to Noncredit Nursing and Allied Health programs” located here: Noncredit Nursing & Allied Health Application

 

 

CONTACT

Admissions Office
Phone: (985) 448-7900
Email: admissions@fletcher.edu

Roye Matherne
Phone: 985-448-5944
Email: roye.matherne@fletcher.edu
Schriever Campus