Description of Programs

To apply to NPCC's Health Sciences program, you can submit an application via email or U.S. Postal Service.

Program Application

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The Health Sciences Division offers the following certificate and degree programs:

Basic Emergency Medical Technology (Certificate of Proficiency)

This program includes an introduction to anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, wound control, splinting, and moving patients. This course is required of all ambulance service personnel prior to employment and serves as a prerequisite to the EMT-Intermediate and Paramedic courses.

Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic (A.A.S.)
(See the EMT Program's Admission Requirements)

This program will advance Basic EMTs and EMT-IS to the next level recognized in Arkansas -- the EMT-Paramedic. Employment opportunities include ambulance services and hospital emergency rooms.

Health Information Technology (A.A.S.)

Health Information Technology (HIT) prepares the student to perform tasks related to the use, analysis, presentation, abstracting, coding, storage, and retrieval of healthcare data in manual and electronic form. Graduates are eligible to take a national certification exam to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

Medical Laboratory Technology (A.S.)

Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) is that branch of medical science employing chemistry, physics, and biology in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of diseases.This program encourages men and women with an interest in science and a commitment to service to investigate this many-faceted career field.

Phlebotomy (Technical Certificate)

Due to the increase in the number and complexity of laboratory tests and the need to increase the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease, phlebotomy has become a specialized area of practice. Graduates from this certificate program will be eligible to sit for national certifying exams.

Professional Medical Coding (Technical Certificate)

A professional medical coder transforms verbal descriptions of diseases, injuries, and procedures into alphanumeric designations. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible for entry-level positions as coders in hospitals, clinics, and a variety of other healthcare facilities. Graduates are eligible to take the National Certification Exam for Certified Coding Associate (CCA).

Professional Medical Transcription (Technical Certificate)

A professional medical transcriptionist is a medical language specialist who interprets and transcribes dictation by physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient assessment, work-up, therapeutic procedures, clinical course, diagnosis, prognosis, etc. in order to document patient care and facilitate delivery of healthcare services.

Radiography (A.A.S.)

This program prepares the student with the necessary technical skills of imaging and interpersonal patient care skills to qualify as contributing members in today’s healthcare environment. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to write the American Registry of Radiologic Technology examination to attain professional status as entry-level radiographers.

Recreational Leadership Program (A.A.S.)

This program is designed to prepare students for jobs in the field of recreation. Students will develop an understanding of the concepts and the skills needed in commercial recreation and public recreation as they relate to a career.

Admission To All Health Science Programs

Students seeking admission to a Health Science program must complete all general requirements for admission to National Park Community College. Admission to the College does not mean a student is admitted to a Health Science program.

Students seeking admission to any of the Health Science programs must also meet additional admission requirements. Each applicant must be approved by the respective program coordinator. Additional requirements exist for the Emergency Medical Service specified in this section. Students officially admitted to one of the College's Health Science Programs should be aware that there is a seven-year statute of limitation pertaining to the completion of required science and mathematics courses.

Refer to program-specific policies regarding readmission to Health Science programs.

Procedure for Application

1. Contact the Health Science Division. All Health Science majors must have a Health Science advisor.
2. Forward an official high school transcript or G.E.D. certification.
3. Provide official transcripts from any college or university previously attended.
4. If the student applying is still in high school, provide a list of subjects planned for the senior year, and a transcript of the student's first six semesters. Official high school transcripts must still be provided following graduation.
5. All students submitting an application to the programs must provide ACT, SAT, ASSET, or COMPASS scores.
6. Attend a scheduled general information meeting.
7. Complete an interview with the assigned faculty advisor.
8. Provide the necessary health records.
9. No record of felony convictions.

Emergency Medical Services and Paramedic Program Requirements

1. Be 18 years of age.
2. Supply a copy of their Arkansas Emergency Medical Technician certification.
3. Provide three letters of recommendation.