CEs for RN License Renewal
The Community College of Beaver County is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. There are No Tuition Waivers for the RN License Renewal Courses.
Pennsylvania RNs are required to obtain 30 hours of continuing education during each two-year licensure renewal period, as mandated by Act 58, which was signed into law by Governor Rendell. As an approved provider, CCBC may now award contact hours to nurses who attend continuing education nursing programs conducted by the College directly or which are held in conjunction with another organization.
If you are an RN, here’s what you need to do to start earning your CE hours from CCBC:
- Check the expiration date on your current license.
- Based on your license’s expiration date, look for CE offerings from CCBC that occur within the following time frames for your renewal period:
Expiration Date: Obtain 30 CE hours:
April 30, 2012 May 1, 2010 - April 30, 2012
October 31, 2012 November 1, 2010 - October 31, 2012
Courses meet at CCBC's Main Campus.
Click below to view the Spring 2012 courses.
Spring 2012 Courses
Managing Stress: New Approaches for the RN OCCP44201 $50 + $10 Lab
Stress is a part of everyday life for the professional nurse. Each day, they help patients and families who are experiencing life-changing illnesses, accidents, and death caring for their medical needs as well as providing guidance and resources for non-medical needs. As advances are made in pharmaceuticals and medical technology, nurses are responsible for implementing new medical procedures that require further education and skill development. The RN must also manage documentation procedures, team relationships, and leadership requirements. The combination can leave the RN feeling stressed and burned out. Participants will learn new approaches to managing career-related stress and anxiety and gain new insights for reducing stress by effectively balancing work and home responsibilities. 3.0 CE Hours. Mon., 2/27, 6-9 p.m. STC, Room 4009.
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation for Nurses OCCP55001 $85 + $15 Lab
This course focuses on understanding musculoskeletal rehabilitation for the professional RN in the clinical environment. The presentation is a combination of didactic information and clinical application. The purpose of this course material is to educate the nurse to make clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation decisions and interventions during patient care. Topics include: overview of muscle and joint anatomy of the shoulder, hip, knee, ankle and spine; range of motion; normal postures and positioning; patient mobility including transfers and gait patterns; body mechanics; rehabilitation for common orthopedic conditions; overview of orthotic devices; and LE amputees and overview of prosthetics. 7.0 CE Hours. Wed., 3/21-3/28, 6-10 p.m. HSC, 6115.
Neuro Rehabilitation for Nurses OCCP54801 $85 + $15 Lab
This course focuses on understanding Neurologic rehabilitation for the professional RN in the clinical environment. The presentation is a combination of didactic information and clinical application. The purpose of this course is to educate the nurse to make clinical neuro-rehabilitation decisions and interventions during patient care. Topics covered include: overview of CNS and PNS; review neuro pathology found in the CNS and PNS; clinical manifestations of Neuropathology; nursing Assessment of the neurology patient; overview of Nursing Interventions for the neurologically involved patient; and pathological gait pattern review and bedside interventions for the Rehab patient with a neuropathology diagnosis. 7.0 CE Hours. Wed., 2/22-2/29, 6-10 p.m. HSC, Room 6115.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) OCCP08301 $90 + $65 Lab
The Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is an 8 hour American Heart Association training program. The goal of the course is to aid the healthcare provider in developing the knowledge and skills necessary to efficiently and effectively manage critically ill infants and children, resulting in improved outcomes. Professional healthcare providers use PALS during the stabilization and transportation phases of a pediatric emergency, in or out of the hospital. Skills taught include recognition and treatment of infants and children at risk for cardiopulmonary arrest, the systematic approach to pediatric assessment, effective respiratory management, defibrillation, intraosseous access, and fluid administration. Lunch will be provided. 8.0 CE Hours. Sat., 4/28, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. HSC, Room 6108.
Pediatric Health Promotion & Safety OCCP54901 $45 + $10 Lab
In this course, nursing professionals will review and discuss current issues/trends relating to pediatric health promotion and safety. Topics will include immunizations, diet, exercise, and injury prevention. Participants will be able to apply knowledge to design injury prevention programs, improve patient education, and enhance clinical practice. 4.0 CE Hours. Tues., 4/24, 5:30-10 p.m. HSC, Room 6115.
Registration begins January 4, 2012. For more information, call (724) 480-3450.
Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
CCBC can present any existing nursing continuing education courses on location at your facility, or CCBC can work with your organization to design a specific course to meet the needs and busy schedules of your staff. For more information, call 724-480-3450.
Contact Us
For more information on continuing education courses for RN license renewal, contact the Continuing Education Division, at 724-480-3450 or email John Goberish.