10 August Registration underway for ICC Pathway programs to begin in September August 10, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Registration is underway at Itawamba Community College for several pathway programs that are scheduled to begin in September at the Belden Center. They include Certified Nursing Assistant, Commercial Truck Driving, Human Resources Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant, Basic Construction, Introduction to Industrial Maintenance and Electrician Assistant. Certified Nursing Assistant will meet from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, Sept. 21-Oct. 6. The program prepares participants to take the exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. Upon successful program and examination completion, employment could be available in nursing homes, medical centers, home healthcare providers and clinics. Commercial Truck Driving begins Sept. 9 and will meet from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, through Oct. 2. The program prepares individuals to drive Class A semi trucks and other commercial vehicles. It includes instruction in operating diesel-powered vehicles, loading and unloading cargo, reporting delays or accidents on the road, verifying loads against shipping records and keeping necessary records. The Human Resources Assistant class will meet Thursdays from 6-9 p.m., Sept. 24-Oct. 29. This program prepares individuals to work closely with their supervising human resources supervisor to perform routine personnel-related recruitment and/or onboarding work. The Society for Human Resource Management Essentials of Human Resources curriculum is used. Medical Administrative Assistant begins Sept. 14, and it will meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-9:30 p.m. through Dec. 2. Students will be given the foundational knowledge needed to successfully obtain the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant certification through the National Healthcareer Association. The curriculum enables students to perform duties such as maintaining patient records, scheduling appointments and coordinating operation reports in multiple medical office settings. Beginning Sept. 14, Introduction to Industrial Maintenance will meet from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, through Oct. 14. The class enables students to learn entry-level skills and knowledge in industrial maintenance. It includes basic safety and electricity, mechanical systems, concepts of fluid power and basic troubleshooting skills. Electrician Assistant, which will begin Sept. 28, will meet from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, through Oct. 19. The program provides the foundational knowledge of basic math and safety rules; the use of hand, measuring and power tools; basic electricity and residential wiring. To register or for more information, contact Josh Gammill, Pathway coordinator, at (662) 407-1569 or email jegammill@iccms.edu. Related Articles Registration underway at ICC for three career pathway programs to begin Jan. 30 at Belden Center Registration is underway at Itawamba Community College for three career pathway programs that will begin January 30 at the Belden Center. They include Electrician Assistant, Small Engine Repair and Introduction to Welding and Cutting. Electrician Assistant will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. through Feb. 29. The program prepares individuals to work closely with their supervising electrician to perform routine electrical work. It provides the foundational knowledge of basic math and basic safety rules; the use of hand, measuring and power tools; basic electricity and residential wiring. Students can also prepare for entry-level jobs in industry or private businesses. Cost is $370. In the 16-session Small Engine Repair pathway, students prepare for a career as they develop skills in basic maintenance, recoil systems, fuel systems, ignition systems/electrical circuits and disassembling and rebuilding small engines. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays through March 28 from 6-9 p.m. Those who successfully complete the program are prepared for entry-level technician positions at an existing small engine repair business or potentially opening their own shop. Cost is ... Registration underway for ICC pathway programs to begin in August Itawamba Community College has scheduled several pathways classes to begin in August at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.). They include Business Office Specialist, Aug. 8-Dec. 7, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-9 p.m.; Certified Nursing Assistant, Aug. 7-Oct. 18, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-9 p.m.; Emergency Medical Technician, Aug. 8-Dec. 7, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-10 p.m.; Google IT Support Certification (online self-paced), Aug. 7-Dec. 8; Medical Administrative Assistant, Aug. 7-Nov. 1, Mondays, 5-9 p.m.; Pharmacy Technician, Aug. 8-Dec. 5, Tuesdays, 5-9 p.m.; and Phlebotomy Technician, Aug. 10-Oct. 26, Thursdays, 5:30-9:30 p.m. For more information about all classes or to register, call (662) 407-1537 or email pathways@iccms.edu. Registration is underway at ICC-Belden for multiple pathway programs Registration is underway at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center for several pathway programs that are scheduled to begin in January. They include January 9 –Certified Nursing Assistant (Mondays/Wednesdays, 5-9 p.m. through March 22); January 10 – EMT-Basic (Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5-10 p.m., through May 4); Pharmacy Technician (Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m., through May 2); January 17 – Food Service Pathway (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., through February 10); January 23 – Business Office Specialist, (Mondays/Thursdays, 5-9 p.m., through May 18); Google IT Support Certificate (online, self-paced, through May 18); and Medical Administrative Assistant (Mondays, 5-9 p.m. plus additional online assignments, through April 26). For more information or to register, contact Stephanie Kitchens, Pathway Coordinator, at srkitchens@iccms.edu or call (662) 407-1537. Registration underway at ICC-Belden for career pathway programs Registration is underway at Itawamba Community College for three career pathway programs that will begin in February at the Belden Center. They include Food Management Certification, Welding and Cutting and Electrician Assistant. Food Management Certification will meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., February 18-March 21. During the hands-on, four-week class, students will learn the essential skills needed to thrive in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Included in the curriculum are both ServSafe® Food Manager and Alcohol certifications, menu planning preparation, assistance with and execution of catered events, résumé/interview skills and front- and back-of-the-house operations. Cost is $460, but tuition assistance and scholarships are available for qualified applicants. Introduction to Welding and Cutting is designed to give students entry-level skills in welding and cutting. The intent is to prepare students to do the very basic GMAW and SMAW welding jobs that some industries and businesses require. The class can also be useful to the small farmer or business owner who has many do-it-yourself projects. Different types of welding can be emphasized depending on the individual class, which also ... ICC pathway programs set to begin in November Registration is underway at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center for several pathway programs that are scheduled to begin in November. They include Basic Construction, Certified Nursing Assistant, Commercial Truck Driving and Food Service Pathway. The Basic Construction class will meet Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. from Nov. 9-20. It is a nationally-recognized certification for Construction Core designed by the National Center for Construction Education and Research. The curriculum includes construction math, power and hand tools, construction site safety, construction drawings, employability, communication skills and introduction to material handling. Successful participants who pass the NCCER examination will be eligible for entry-level construction jobs. Certified Nursing Assistant will meet Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. from Nov. 2-17. The program prepares participants to take the exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. Upon successful program and examination completion, employment could be available in nursing homes, medical centers, home healthcare providers and clinics. Commercial Truck Driving begins Nov. 16 and will meet Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. through Dec. 18. ... ICC Pathway programs set to begin in March Registration is underway at Itawamba Community College for several pathway programs that are scheduled to begin in March. They include Commercial Truck Driving, Food Service Pathway, Small Engine Repair and Introduction to Welding and Cutting. Commercial Truck Driving begins Mar. 29 and meets Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Tupelo Campus. The program prepares individuals to drive Class A semi trucks and other commercial vehicles. It includes instruction in operating diesel-powered vehicles, loading and unloading cargo, reporting delays or accidents on the road, verifying loads against shipping records and keeping necessary records. The Food Service Pathway class will begin Mar. 22 and meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Belden Center. The program includes Serve Safe® Food Manager Certification, Serve Safe® Alcohol Certification, CPR, certificate of completion, proper food handling standards, kitchen safety practices, culinary techniques, interview skills and résumé building, money handling and front and back of the house operations. Small Engine Repair will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. beginning Mar. 2 at the Belden ... Comments are closed.