Ms. Beverly Meinzer, UACCB Science Faculty, will present an information session and discussion on how to order, store, use and dispose of chemicals in the middle school and high school science lab. Participants will be given information on these topics along with information about online resources. Several practical, easy to do experiments that can be done in the school science setting will be performed by the participants. The workshop is free and is designed for secondary science teachers. The event is sponsored by White River Regional Solid Waste Management District. 

The workshop will be held on Tuesday July 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the UACCB Arts & Science Building, room 303 and 304. Seating is limited to 20. Lunch will be provided. For questions, call 870-612-2082. 

The RN to EMT bridge course is the fast-track way of allowing health care professionals who wish to advance their careers in EMS by working on a ground or air ambulance and taking their knowledge to where the action and treatment first begins. The health care professionals will be allowed to do online course work over a week and then be trained by other health care providers on EMS equipment before being checked off and testing for their national certification and home state licensure. Note: The hands-on skills check-off can only be done in the state of Arkansas. Download RN to EMT flyer. 

How you will benefit:

• After completion of the course you will be able to test for your state licensure and national registration at NAEMT
• You will have knowledge of Emergency Medical Equipment
• You will learn to work in a team setting to accomplish a time sensitive goal
• You will learn scene size up and when to contact additional resources or help
• You will have the privilege of becoming a large part and a valued member of the emergency response family

The class will consist of an online course review over a period of one month of the EMT course at your pace with an online test at the end of each chapter. Then you will have a hands-on training the following week with other health care professionals in the same field. Ride along time will be provided for those who will need it after class or with prior arrangements.

If this is a challenge that you have been wanting to do, contact us and let’s start making a difference together!

Class fees are as follows:

$199.00 UACCB (enrollment fee for online college course)

$250.00 Survival Flight EMS (equipment fee usage and hands-on instructor training)

Class size is limited and will be offered on a first come basis so don’t wait!

Enrollment is open now. This is a hybrid course that includes an online component and also an in-person hands-on skills assessment. The online component of the class must be completed prior to the hands-on skills assessment. The hands-on skills assessment is scheduled for May 26th and will be held in Batesville, AR at Survival Flight, Inc. 

Pre-requisites: Must be a current licensed healthcare professional with a valid Basic Life Support CPR certification card. 

This course is a satellite program of the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville. Upon registration, you will be given access by the instructor to Pearson's MyLab Brady to begin the online portion of your coursework. 

Registration Process:

• Open enrollment for online coursework begins: June 9-July 12 
• In-Person Skills Check-Off: July 28

For questions, call 870-612-2082. 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course start date is required to withdraw and receive a >> refund

Where Future Ag Leaders Learn to Fly!

FREE  |  July 30 – August 1  |  Now Enrolling Students in Grades 7 - 9 

At our precision agriculture Drone Pilot Academy, you’ll step into the world of high-flying drone technology—tools that are changing the way farmers grow crops and manage the land. Over three action-packed days, you’ll become the pilot, flying drones across fields, capturing aerial photos, and creating your first precision ag map. 

You’ll Learn to

• Master drone flight controls and safety like a pro. 
• Snap amazing bird’s-eye-view images over farm fields. 
• Use mapping technology to reveal soil health, plant growth, and more.
• See how farmers use drones to protect their crops, boost harvests, and grow the future. 

Why You’ll Love It 

• Take the Pilot’s Seat: You’re in control—launch, fly, and land your own drone. 
• Explore from Above: See farms like never before and uncover the secrets hidden in every field. 
• Team Up: Work with other future drone pilots and tackle a real ag mapping challenge. 
• Shape the Future: Drones are helping farmers grow more food with less waste—you’ll see how tech is transforming farming. 

Program Details

• Dates: July 30, 31, and August 1, 2025
• Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. each day 
• Location: UACCB Campus 
• Cost: FREE – Thanks to funding from the National Science Foundation 
• Lunch: Bring money to buy lunch at The Grill or pack a sack lunch 
• Who Can Join: Students entering grades 7 through 9 
• Class Size: Limited to 15 students. Spots will go fast—secure yours today and get ready to fly!  

Meet Our Instructor, Clint Howard 

Clint Howard is an experienced aviation professional and educator with over two decades of military and civilian aviation expertise. Originally from the Batesville area, Clint enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1998, later commissioning as an officer in 2005. During his distinguished 20-year career, he served as a Reconnaissance Combat Systems Officer, instructor, evaluator, and Air Advisor to the Afghanistan Ministry of Defense. He retired as a Major in 2018 and returned to Batesville. 

Clint holds FAA certifications as a Commercial Pilot and a Commercial Drone Operator. He is the owner and operator of Oakwood Aviation, a local aviation business, and is a licensed realtor. Passionate about inspiring the next generation, Clint teaches aviation classes at both Batesville High School and the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB). His teaching philosophy emphasizes helping students recognize and seize opportunities to achieve their highest potential. 

Combining real-world experience with a commitment to education, Clint prepares students with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers in aviation, drone technology, and beyond. 

This introductory course is designed to equip aspiring EMS instructors with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to effectively plan, deliver, and evaluate educational programs in emergency medical services. Participants will explore adult learning principles, instructional design, teaching methodologies, assessment strategies, and classroom management techniques specific to the EMS environment.  

• Review the syllabus
• Review the lesson plan

For questions, please call 870-612-2082. 

 Instructors

• Thomas Lemon
• Shaun Robinson MBA,NREMT-P

 Schedule

• 5 days, totaling 40 hours
• August 6, 7, 8, 13 and 14
• 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with a half-hour lunch break - UACCB offers affordable dining on campus at The Grill in Independence Hall

Course Objectives

• Understand Adult Learning Principles: Explain and apply key principles of adult learning (andragogy) to EMS education.
• Analyze Instructional Design: Identify and describe the components of effective instructional design for EMS curricula, including needs assessment, goal setting, content selection, and evaluation.
• Develop Learning Objectives: Construct measurable, observable, and achievable learning objectives (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective) for EMS training programs.
• Master Presentation Techniques: Demonstrate effective presentation and communication skills, including public speaking, use of visual aids, and engaging delivery.
• Facilitate Practical Skills Sessions: Plan and conduct effective psychomotor skills stations, providing constructive feedback and ensuring safe practice.
• Implement Classroom Management: Apply strategies for effective classroom management, addressing student behaviors, and fostering a positive learning environment.
• Provide Constructive Feedback: Deliver clear, timely, and constructive feedback to students on their performance.
• Comply with Regulatory Standards: Identify and adhere to relevant local, state, and national regulations and guidelines pertaining to EMS education and instructor responsibilities.
• Commitment to Professional Development: Articulate the importance of ongoing professional development for EMS instructors.

Cancellations

To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course start date is required to withdraw and receive a refund.

This wildland firefighting course is provided by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture's Forestry Division. This class introduces how fire departments and Forestry Division personnel will work together to stop a fire. Wildland firefighting and structural firefighting are very different situations, yet we share many of the same thought processes when we deal with fires. The instructor for this class is Regina Gregory. Course length: 8 hours. 

This class will not qualify you as a wildland firefighter, however, you will learn how the Forestry Division works on fire incidents. Through communication, cooperation, and coordination, our agencies will be able to provide a positive outcome to the incident, the fire is extinguished. We always do this with safety in mind.

In order to receive a certificate for this course, the student must: Attend the entire course, take an end-of-course test, and pass the test. The test will cover the course material. 

About the instructor:

Regina Gregory began her career in forestry in May 2005 as a Fire Plow Operator, where she played a crucial role in combating wildland fires. After a decade of dedicated service, Ms. Gregory was promoted to County Ranger in October 2015, assuming a broader range of responsibilities within the forestry department. In July 2021, she took on a new challenge as a Wildland Training Instructor, sharing her knowledge and expertise to train the next generation of forestry professionals.

To register for this course, trainees will need their FEMA Student Identification Number (SID). To register or retrieve a FEMA SID, please visit https://cdp.dhs.gov/FEMASID.

For more information, call 870-612-2082 or email katrina.stevens@uaccb.edu

The RN to EMT bridge course is the fast-track way of allowing health care professionals who wish to advance their careers in EMS by working on a ground or air ambulance and taking their knowledge to where the action and treatment first begins. The health care professionals will be allowed to do online course work over a week and then be trained by other health care providers on EMS equipment before being checked off and testing for their national certification and home state licensure. Note: The hands-on skills check-off can only be done in the state of Arkansas. Download RN to EMT flyer. 

How you will benefit:

• After completion of the course you will be able to test for your state licensure and national registration at NAEMT
• You will have knowledge of Emergency Medical Equipment
• You will learn to work in a team setting to accomplish a time sensitive goal
• You will learn scene size up and when to contact additional resources or help
• You will have the privilege of becoming a large part and a valued member of the emergency response family

The class will consist of an online course review over a period of one month of the EMT course at your pace with an online test at the end of each chapter. Then you will have a hands-on training the following week with other health care professionals in the same field. Ride along time will be provided for those who will need it after class or with prior arrangements.

If this is a challenge that you have been wanting to do, contact us and let’s start making a difference together!

Class fees are as follows:

$199.00 UACCB (enrollment fee for online college course)

$250.00 Survival Flight EMS (equipment fee usage and hands-on instructor training)

Class size is limited and will be offered on a first come basis so don’t wait!

Enrollment is open now. This is a hybrid course that includes an online component and also an in-person hands-on skills assessment. The online component of the class must be completed prior to the hands-on skills assessment. The hands-on skills assessment is scheduled for August 25th and will be held in Batesville, AR at Survival Flight, Inc. 

Pre-requisites: Must be a current licensed healthcare professional with a valid Basic Life Support CPR certification card. 

This course is a satellite program of the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville. Upon registration, you will be given access by the instructor to Pearson's MyLab Brady to begin the online portion of your coursework. 

Registration Process:

• Open enrollment for online coursework begins: August 11-Sept 12 
  
• In-Person Skills Check-Off: September 29

For questions, call 870-612-2082.

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course start date is required to withdraw and receive a refund. 

The RN to EMT bridge course is the fast-track way of allowing health care professionals who wish to advance their careers in EMS by working on a ground or air ambulance and taking their knowledge to where the action and treatment first begins. The health care professionals will be allowed to do online course work over a week and then be trained by other health care providers on EMS equipment before being checked off and testing for their national certification and home state licensure. Note: The hands-on skills check-off can only be done in the state of Arkansas. Download RN to EMT flyer. 

How you will benefit:

• After completion of the course you will be able to test for your state licensure and national registration at NAEMT
• You will have knowledge of Emergency Medical Equipment
• You will learn to work in a team setting to accomplish a time sensitive goal
• You will learn scene size up and when to contact additional resources or help
• You will have the privilege of becoming a large part and a valued member of the emergency response family

The class will consist of an online course review over a period of one month of the EMT course at your pace with an online test at the end of each chapter. Then you will have a hands-on training the following week with other health care professionals in the same field. Ride along time will be provided for those who will need it after class or with prior arrangements.

If this is a challenge that you have been wanting to do, contact us and let’s start making a difference together!

Class fees are as follows:

$199.00 UACCB (enrollment fee for online college course)

$250.00 Survival Flight EMS (equipment fee usage and hands-on instructor training)

Class size is limited and will be offered on a first come basis so don’t wait!

Enrollment is open now. This is a hybrid course that includes an online component and also an in-person hands-on skills assessment. The online component of the class must be completed prior to the hands-on skills assessment. The hands-on skills assessment is scheduled for August 25th and will be held in Batesville, AR at Survival Flight, Inc. 

Pre-requisites: Must be a current licensed healthcare professional with a valid Basic Life Support CPR certification card. 

This course is a satellite program of the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville. Upon registration, you will be given access by the instructor to Pearson's MyLab Brady to begin the online portion of your coursework. 

Registration Process:

• Open enrollment for online coursework begins: October 6-November 14 
• In-Person Skills Check-Off: November 24

For questions, call 870-612-2082. 

Cancellations: To cancel a class, five (5) business days' notice prior to the course start date is required to withdraw and receive a refund. 

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