ICC schedules several pathways to begin in August at Belden Center Itawamba Community College has scheduled several pathways classes to begin in August at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.). They include Pharmacy Technician, Aug. 3-Dec. 10, Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m.; Certified Nursing Assistant, Aug. 12-Oct. 30, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-9 p.m.; Food Management Certification, Aug. 12-Sept. 6, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Google IT Support Certification (online self-paced), Aug. 12-Dec. 6; Medical Administrative Assistant, Aug. 12-Nov. 6, Mondays, 5-9 p.m. (plus additional online assignments); Medical Assistant, Aug. 12-Dec. 12, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.; Business Office Specialist, Aug. 13-Dec. 8, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-9 p.m.; and Phlebotomy Technician, Aug. 15-Oct. 24, Thursdays, 5:30-9:30 p.m. The Pharmacy Technician program prepares students for an entry-level position in both institutional and pharmacy settings. Graduates are eligible to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification examination. Certified Nursing Assistants can find employment with nursing homes, medical centers, home healthcare providers and clinics upon successful completion of the program and exam. During the hands-on, four-week Food Management Certification class, students will learn the skills needed to thrive in the restaurant and hospitality industry. The ... July 10, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Adult learners who enroll at ICC in the fall have two scholarship opportunities for financial support Adult learners who plan to attend Itawamba Community College in the fall have two scholarship opportunities for financial support. They include ICC’s Adult Learner Incentive and the statewide Complete 2 Compete. ICC’s Adult Learner Incentive scholarship, which provides $2,000 ($500 per semester) for full-time students and $250 for part-time), is designed to provide an incentive for returning or new students, age 21, or older to pursue a degree at ICC. Criteria for selection include enrollment in a minimum of 12 hours (scholarship can be reduced to $25o per semester for part-time – six hours – status), meeting admission requirements and in good standing at ICC. The application deadline is Aug. 15, and the form is available at www.apply.iccms.edu. To find out more about the Adult Learner Incentive scholarship, contact Candace Thomas, assistant director of Financial Aid, at cdthomas@iccms.edu or call (662) 862-8261. Qualification requirements for the C2C grant include at least 21 years of age but no greater than 59, Mississippi residency and U.S. citizenship, household income that meets the Grant Household Income Guidelines and financial responsibility for a ... July 8, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to partner with Get2College to offer onsite assistance with FAFSA completion Itawamba Community College is partnering with Get2College to provide onsite assistance with FAFSA completion, July 17 and 18. Times and locations are from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., July 17, Academic and Student Center room 231, Tupelo Campus; and July 18, Boggs Humanities Building room 103, Fulton Campus. The sessions are designed to assist current and incoming students with FAFSA questions and form completion. Appointments are preferred, according to Terry Bland, director of Financial Aid at ICC, but walk-ins will be accommodated. To schedule an appointment at the Fulton Campus, www.iccms.edu/FAFSAFulton or for the Tupelo Campus, www.iccms.edu/FAFSATupelo. Get2College is a college access program of the Woodward Hines Education Foundation, whose mission is to help more Mississippians obtain postsecondary credentials, college certificates and degrees that lead to meaningful employment. For more information, email finaid@iccms.edu. June 27, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Practical Nursing program sets July 18 commencement ceremony Several area residents from Itawamba Community College’s Practical Nursing program will participate in a commencement ceremony, July 18, at noon, at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center at the Fulton Campus. Practical Nursing graduates include Jamaiya Fears of Aberdeen; Christina Hernandez, Shana Whitten, both of Blue Mountain; Melissa Clifton of Booneville; Bonner Mendoza, Autumn Webb, both of Fulton; Terika Naugle of Houlka; Brittany Hayes, Laura Starling, Heather Vanstory, all of Mantachie; Sandy Jones, Laken Robertson, both of Myrtle; Jonathan Morales of Nettleton; Skylar DeLoach, Taylor Mims, both of Pontotoc; Lily Brewer of Ripley; Marquita Brinkley, Jasmina Heard, both of Shannon; Amber Jones, Alliyah Porter, both of Tupelo; Jada Jackson of Vernon, Ala.; Brittany Bowens, Lakeshia Edwards, De’Aisha Strong and De’Oshia Strong, all of West Point. Practical Nursing is a one-year (three-semester) program. Upon completion, graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are eligible to take the N-CLEX (national board examination) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. Dr. Lisa Pearson of Amory is the program director. Instructors include Tammy Jones of Pontotoc, Lisa McNeese of Smithville and Patricia Robbins ... June 27, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC schedules adult education orientation for day, night Belden Center new students, July 22 Itawamba Community College will enroll new day adult education students at the Belden Center, July 22. Individuals 18 years of age and older will begin at 9 a.m. and 16/17-year-old students, 1 p.m. An orientation session is also scheduled the same day at 4:30 p.m. for those 0f all ages who plan to attend night classes at the same location. Participants must have a photo ID, and 16/17-year olds must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and bring a withdrawal form from the most recent school attended. Entry into the adult education area is across from the WIN Job Center at ICC-Belden. Day and night classes are also offered throughout the Itawamba Community College district. The class schedule includes Amory – WIN Job Center (1619 Highland Drive), Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-8 p.m.; Belden – ICC Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.), Monday and Tuesday, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and 4:30-8:30 p.m. and Wednesday and Thursday, 8 am.-3:30 p.m.; and English Language Learners (formerly ESL), Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Fulton – ICC (Academic Building ... June 26, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC schedules Classroom Management and Safety course Registration is underway at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center for an upcoming Classroom Management and Safety course. The in-person class provides crucial insights into creating a safe and secure learning environment, and participants will gain practical skills that correlate to promoting a safe atmosphere conducive to learning. The sessions are taught by local law enforcement officers. Participants can choose from sessions that are offered July 9 or 11 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. The cost is $30, which includes one CEU. For more information or to register, call (662) 407-1500 or email continuingeducation@iccms.edu. June 24, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Harris, Stevenson selected for MCC Leadership Academy Itawamba Community College’s Chris Stevenson of Fulton and John Wayne Harris of Shannon have been selected as participants in the 2024-25 Mississippi Community College Leadership Academy. A member of the ICC family since 2010, Stevenson, who is the dean of Academic Instruction, previously served as American History instructor and chair of the Social Science Division. He earned the associate’s degree from ICC, bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University and the master’s degree from the University of Mississippi. His honors include William Winter Scholar (2014) and John and Beth Cleveland Instructor of the Year (2018). Stevenson is a member of Mississippi Professional Educators. He and his wife, Jessi, have two children, Rourke and Riley. They attend the Orchard in Fulton. Harris, who is the director of Physical Plant Operations, joined the ICC family in 2008. His previous positions include sound technician, maintenance technician/energy manager and director of projects and energy management systems. He earned the associate’s degree from ICC and the bachelor’s degree from Everglades University. Harris’s honors are Eagle Scout, Siemens Building Technologies – Master Operator (2012), ICC Support ... June 24, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration underway for Food Management Certification class at ICC-Belden Registration is underway for a Food Management Certification class that will begin July 9 at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center. The class will meet Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. through August 1. Highlights of the hands-on course include both ServSafe® Food Manager and Alcohol Certification, menu planning/preparation, assistance/participation in execution of catered events, résumé/interview skills and both front- and back-of-the-house operations. Tuition assistance could be available for those who qualify. For more information or to register, call Christy Scheuer, instructor, at (662) 407-1505 or email acscheuer@iccms.edu or pathways@iccms.edu. June 20, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC breaks ground on innovative Connection Center Itawamba Community College ceremonially broke ground today for its Connection Center, which is expected to open on the Fulton Campus during the 2026 spring semester. In bringing greetings on behalf of the ICC Board of Trustees, Chairman Steve Coleman of Pontotoc called the ceremony “a celebration of the future of ICC and our continued focus on student, employee and community engagement. This outstanding facility will not only serve the students who are enrolled in 2026 but countless students and community members for many years to come.” ICC President Dr. Jay Allen said that today’s ceremony was an opportunity to participate in and celebrate another milestone for the College since he arrived as president in 2017. “This groundbreaking is another significant milestone along this ever-changing journey. The building of this $4.9 million innovative student- and community-friendly Connection Center will provide state-of-the-art meeting space and a new dining option for all to enjoy.” The facility, which is being built in the front portion of the Band Hall parking lot, will include a multi-use conference center space and a Chick-fil-A. The ... June 18, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC ACT Prep class scheduled for June 15 cancelled The ACT Prep class (English and Reading), scheduled for June 15 from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center has been CANCELLED. To register for another session, email continuingeducation@iccms.edu or call (662) 407-1500. June 13, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>