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This course teaches clinical medical assistant students information, techniques, and procedures needed to assist patients and physicians. The main objective is to provide the students with a working knowledge of most aspects of the health care industry in community and institutional practice settings. Progressive learning takes place as new information and skill sets are studied throughout the course. Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant in Virginia and be prepared to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. Read Full Course Description

Learning Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) methods and introductory print reading for welding. FCAW processes allow for high quality welds, versatility, and out-of-position welding capability. Gage ability and horizontal/vertical welds are reviewed during this course. The FCAW process is used by manufacturers, industry, and in construction. Credential information: American Welding Society Qualification for FCAW Welding. Test plates inspected by a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI). Read Full Course Description

Students will learn Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), commonly known as MIG (Metal Inert Gas), methods and introductory print reading for welding. GMAW processes are used by industry, maintenance repair, and hobbyist. Spray transfer mode, short circuit, and metal art are competencies within the course. GMAW is fast and economical and is used for welding thin-gauge metal as well as heavy plate. Credential information: American Welding Society Qualification for GMAW Welding. Test plates inspected by a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI). Read Full Course Description

Students will learn the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), or more commonly call stick welding process, methods, and introductory blueprint reading for welding. The SMAW process is used by industry for fabrication and repair. Read Full Course Description

New River Community College, in conjunction with the Manufacturing Technology Center, is offering a 14-week Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Project Support course. The course presents the ASQ Lean Six Sigma Green Belto body of knowledge in a simulation workshop application-oriented mannerand includes a project simulation that takes participants through the D-M-A-I-C process improvement methodology. The Train-and-Do process uses classroom activities, combining lecture and simulation exercises…. Read Full Course Description