College Salutes Healthcare Graduates

Graduates of Edgecombe Community College’s Health Occupations program were honored by the College during a January 25 recognition ceremony.

Health Occupations graduates at Edgecombe Community College were honored by College staff, family, and friends during the annual Health Occupations Recognition Ceremony held January 25.

About 200 students completed programs in Community Health Coach, Medication Aide, Nurse Aide I and II, Phlebotomy, and Personal Health Care Aide State Training. Some students completed more than one program and earned multiple credentials.

Since Community Health Coach began in 2016, 80 individuals have completed the 100-hour program. Training focuses on chronic disease prevention and management, obesity and weight management, and access to health care.

A new Community Health Coach class begins Tuesday, February 6, on the Rocky Mount campus. Email norvillej@edgecombe.edu to learn more.

A new Medication Aide class begins Monday, February 12, on the Rocky Mount campus. Email harrelsonb@edgecombe for more information.