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: February 10
Deadline to register: March 14
In-Person Skills Check-Off: March 31

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. 

Learn the basics of Excel including entering and formatting numbers and text; ranges; copying and moving data; basic formulas; data entry short-cuts like filling in a range, autosum, auto complete and autofill; relative and absolute cell references; searching Help; formatting and printing. 

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

Testimonial: "Rhonda Williams was a wonderful instructor. She was very knowledgeable and easy to follow. I would take more of her courses in the future." Bailey Morris

Testimonial: "Loved my instructor. She was very knowledgeable and also made class fun!" Magan Rogers

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The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) is offering a 26-hour hybrid training course for those interested in pursuing a Class B CDL. The in-class training covers the general knowledge portion for the written general knowledge and air brakes exams. The Class B CDL license will allow you to drive any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more. UACCB is an Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) provider. Instruction will include in-class and online theory, practice range, and Behind the Wheel (BTW) training for Class B. The practice range and BTW training will be performed in a School Bus Class B vehicle. Note: UACCB provides a Class B vehicle for TRAINING purposes only. UACCB does not provide a Class B vehicle for your State Police skills exam. You will need to provide your own vehicle for the exam.  

You must be 18 years old and have a current, valid Arkansas driver's license.

Financial Aid Scholarship Available For This Course: 

This course is approved for an Arkansas Workforce Challenge (AWC) Scholarship award (up to $800 per program) provided by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE). To be eligible for the scholarship, you must be 18 years old, have a current, valid Arkansas driver's license, and be able to provide proof of high school completion (i.e. transcript, diploma, or GED equivalent, etc.). 

REGISTER FOR THE CLASS:

Step 1: There is zero up front cost to begin this training. This class is limited to 6 seats. Reserve your seat by registering for the class. To defer payment pending receipt of the scholarship funding, click Register and apply the following promo code at check out: cdlb25. Select Check Out, then in the upper right corner, select Add promo code and enter the code: cdlb25. Click the + (plus) sign to update your cart. By applying this promo code, you are agreeing to comply and fulfill the terms and conditions listed in Step 2.  

What if I fail to apply the promo code?

If you fail to apply the promo code, your credit card will be charged the full course fee of $800.00 and reimbursement will be provided after the course is completed. For questions, call 870-612-2082. 

APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP WITHIN 30-45 DAYS OF CLASS:

Step 2: To receive 100% tuition free scholarship for this training, you will need to apply for the >> Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship within 30-45 days of the class. If you apply sooner than 45 days prior to class, you may have to re-submit your application! Upon completion of the application, you will be notified via email by ADHE, typically within 7-10 business days, that you have been offered the scholarship. You will need to accept the offer for the $800 award which covers your tuition. If the scholarship is not finalized, your account balance is due within 30 days of the final day of class. 

Step 3: Proof of a satisfactory DOT Physical or a satisfactory School Bus Driver Physical is required. School Bus Driver Physicals will be accepted for individuals intending to operate school buses. Students must provide proof of a satisfactory School Bus Driver Physical, adhering to the same standards as those required for employment within that individual's school district. To obtain the DOT physical, schedule an appointment with a physician of your choice or contact your school district to schedule the School Bus Driver Physical. You are responsible for the cost of the physical. You MUST provide UACCB with a copy of the physical 10 business days prior to attending class. 

Step 4: Purchase a CDL packet ($50) at any State of Arkansas revenue office. To purchase your packet, you will need your original birth certificate and a second form of ID (i.e. driver's license, passport, etc.).

Step 5: UACCB requires that you pass a random urine drug screen before attempting any behind the wheel (BTW) exercises. Call 870-612-2082 to verify that your authorization form for the drug screen has been sent to Sherwood Urgent Care. Do not attempt a drug screen without approval from UACCB. UACCB will cover the cost of the drug screen. Do not pay for the drug screen! 

Class Times (Tuesdays-Thursdays):

The class is from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for four (4) weeks or until skills practice (i.e. driving, backing and pre-trip inspection, etc.) is completed. This schedule is tentative and is subject to change. The first week of class will prepare you for the written exam. NOTE: Class will not meet on April 22, and will make up that class on April 29. 

Course Textbooks:

UACCB will provide the JJ Keller student manuals for the online theory instruction.

Students will return their JJ Keller manuals to the UACCB Workforce Training Center, room 1201, upon completion of the ELDT Theory Instruction.

ELDT Theory Instruction and Assessment:

A portion of the training will include online theory instruction and assessment for Class B CDL. Access to reliable internet is necessary. Online (Blackboard) – ELDT theory instruction and assessment for Class B CDL must be completed by date: TBD. This is REQUIRED to obtain your CDL license. Do not schedule your Arkansas State Police driving exam until UACCB releases you for testing. 

Click here to PRINT the Course Syllabus

Beginning the Class B CDL Training

Prior to attending class, a UACCB Staff must verify that you have completed the following:

• Obtained $50.00 DMV Office - CDL Packet
  • Must present original Birth Certificate to DMV, valid Arkansas driver’s license to DMV, and valid Physical to DMV
• Must pass an Arkansas State Policy Traffic Violation Background check completed by UACCB - PRINT & SIGN CONSENT FORM
• Must complete a drug screen authorized by UACCB
• Must provide proof to UACCB of a satisfactory DOT Physical or Bus Driver Physical. The Bus Driver Physical will only be accepted for individuals intending to operate a school bus.

All of the above requirements must be completed and evidence provided 10 business days prior to attending the course. 

For more information, please contact UACCB at 870-612-2082. 

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

Macros Using Excel teaches advanced Microsoft Office users how to automate tasks through macros. The course covers recording, editing, and creating macros, including using the Developer tab, macro buttons, and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) concepts, serving as a prerequisite for more advanced VBA training.

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

This course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs a course completion card for their job, regulatory, (e.g. OSHA), foster parenting or anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. The course includes first aid basics, medical emergencies, environmental emergencies, preventing illness or injury, adult CPR and AED use, Opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies, child CPR AED and infant CPR AED. Note: There is no minimum age requirement for this course, however, the student must be able to do compressions and demonstrate skills properly. 

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

Excel Level 2 covers large workbooks with multiple worksheets; 3D formulas; more advanced formulas for financial; logical and date questions; Excel as a datasheet (database table), including sorting and filtering, charts, comments and hyperlinks.

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

Testimonial: "The instructor was able to take what would otherwise be a tedious subject and make it interesting. The lecture was hands-on and full of practical application." Billy Stidham

Join us for a free, one-hour training session designed to prepare you with the knowledge and skills to reverse an opioid overdose using Naloxone. This essential training is open to everyone in our community. Participants will learn how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer Naloxone safely and effectively. 

All attendees will receive a free Naloxone kit to take home, ensuring you are prepared to act quickly in an emergency and protect your loved ones and community members. This session is co-hosted by the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce. 

Door prizes will also be given out via a drawing. 

Date and Time: Thursday, April 24, from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. 

Location: Lecture Hall 103, Independence Hall, UACCB 

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today. This is an opportunity to make a life-saving difference in our community! 

About the Instructor

Josh Ramsey serves as an Advanced Peer Recovery Support Specialist with the Izard County Sheriff’s Department and the 16th Judicial Drug Task Force. He is the Arkansas Affiliate Director of the National Peer Recovery Alliance (NPRA) and also leads Sharing Hope Through Lived Experience Ministries, Inc., which he co-founded in 2022 with his wife, Ashley. The Ramseys reside in Batesville with their eight-year-old son. Josh’s work extends across Izard, Independence, Cleburne, Stone, and Fulton counties.

Josh’s journey toward recovery began after struggling with substance use disorder for 30 years. After numerous arrests, he entered a faith-based treatment facility in October 2018. On September 18, 2024, he celebrated six years of sobriety, driven by a passion for recovery. Josh collaborates with two investigators as part of an Overdose Response Team (ORT), using his lived experience to support individuals who have overdosed and to guide their families in establishing effective recovery plans.

In addition to his work with the ORT, Josh is actively engaged in his community and church. He leads Celebrate Recovery programs in several jails, conducts Naloxone training, volunteers in feeding and ministering to the homeless, and spearheads community outreach for drug prevention. His dedication has earned him numerous accolades, including the 2021 Rising Star Award, 2022 Forensic Peer of the Year Award, and the 2024 Arkansas Peer of the Year Award. In recognition of his efforts, the Josh Ramsey Justice-Involved Peer of the Year Award was named in his honor.

Excel Level 3 covers how to use Excel for a variety of problem-solving tasks. Included are how to use Excel as a database; utilizing conditional formatting, data validation, the Data Table, outlining and subtotaling; Paste Special with calculations; consolidating; programmatic formulas including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, ISERROR and nested IF statements with AND and OR; and Pivot Tables and Scenarios.

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

Testimonial: "The instructor was able to take what would otherwise be a tedious subject and make it interesting. The lecture was hands-on and full of practical application." Billy Stidham, Excel Levels 1, 2 and 3