Professional Licensure Disclosure Statements
Vance-Granville Community College (VGCC) has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA). However, NC-SARA does not deal with professional licensing board approval for any courses or programs leading to professional licensure. If you are not a resident of North Carolina and you are taking an online or hybrid course or program leading to professional licensure, please contact the program head at VGCC to discuss licensure options prior to beginning a VGCC academic program in order to determine whether the program meets licensure requirements in your state.
| Program | Licensure/Certification Organization | VGCC Program Contact |
|---|---|---|
| ADN Nursing | VGCC’s ADN Nursing Program is an approved nursing education program by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON). This program prepares students to sit for the National Licensure Exam for Registered Nurse through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
If you are licensed as an LPN in another state and want to enroll in VGCC’s LPN-to-ADN Transition Program, please contact that State’s Board of Nursing for additional information on eligibility and reciprocity: Licensure Contact Information by State |
Dr. Anna Seaman Program Head (252)738-3483 seamana@vgcc.edu |
| Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology | VGCC’s Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technology Program offers partial fulfillment of the requirements for eligibility for students to sit for exams and become certified through the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors.
To review eligibility and requirements for other states, it is recommended to visit the following website: Licensure Contact Information by State |
Mark Tillotson Program Head of Construction Technologies (252) 738-3214 tillotsonm@vgcc.edu |
| Automotive Systems Technology | The Automotive Systems Technology Program at VGCC prepares students to become certified through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
This certification is a national certification and is therefore not regulated by specific states. |
James Gibbs Program Head of Transportation Technologies 252)738-3204 gibbsj@vgcc.edu |
| Basic Law Enforcement Training | The BLET Program at VGCC prepares students to become basic law enforcement officers in the State of North Carolina using the NC DOJ Law Enforcement Training & Standards and the NC DOJ Sheriff’s Training & Standards .
To review requirements for other states please visit: Licensure Contact Information by State |
Brandon Bishop Director of BLET/LET (252) 738-3263 bishopb@vgcc.edu |
| Bioprocess Technology | VGCC’s Bioprocess Technology Program offered through Credit Programs and leads to an Associate Degree, prepares students to sit for an exam to become a Certified Process Technician through a partnership with the Partnership for Biotechnology Workforce Training , a joint endeavor with the North Carolina Community College and the North Carolina Biotechnology however this certification is not state-specific. | Stewart Lyon Program Head of Bioprocess/Biotechnology (252) 738-3632 lyons@vgcc.edu |
| BioWork | The BioWorks course is offered by VGCC through our Job Training and Continuing Education Division. This course prepares students to sit for an exam to become a Certified Process Technician through a partnership with the Partnership for Biotechnology Workforce Training , a joint endeavor with the North Carolina Community College and the North Carolina Biotechnology however this certification is not state-specific. | Stewart Lyon Program Head of Bioprocess/Biotechnology (252) 738-3632 lyons@vgcc.edu |
| CPR Advanced Cardiac Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support |
CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support training is provided by VGCC’s Job Training and Emergency Services Programs. These training programs prepare students for certification through the American Heart Association: https://www.heart.org/ | Stephen Barney Coordinator/Instructor EMS Programs (252)738-3273 barneys@vgcc.edu |
| Certified Medication Aide | VGCC’s Medication Aide course prepares students to sit for the registration exam through the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation . The N.C. Medication Aide Registry provides information for out-of-state medication aides and requirements to earn this registration.
This registration is state-specific. Students who participation in this class and plan to work in another state should contact that state’s Medication Aide Registry or Board of Nursing for specific requirements and reciprocity agreements. |
Elvin Curtis Coordinator of Healthcare Programs (252) 738-3366 curtise@vgcc.edu |
| Cosmetology | VGCC’s Cosmetology programs prepare students for the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Exam to earn a license as a Cosmetologist, Manicurist, Natural Hair Care Specialist, and Teacher.
For individuals licensed in another state or out-of-state graduates seeking a license in North Carolina, please see the NC Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners website . If you are attending VGCC from another state in this program, it is recommended that you contact your State’s Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners for additional information on reciprocity. |
Emily Coburn Program Head/Instructor Cosmetology (252)738-3620 coburne@vgcc.edu |
| Culinary Arts | ACF Certification American Culinary Federation Certification VGCC’s Culinary Arts program prepares students to sit for the ACF exam to certify cooks and chefs. This certification is not regulated by states. Please see their website for more information. |
Kyle Wilkerson Program Head Culinary Arts (919)690-0312 wilkersonr@vgcc.edu |
| Early Childhood Education | VGCC’s Early Childhood Education Program prepares students for the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential (NCECC) through the NCDHHS Division of Child Development and Early Education .
Students participating in this program as a resident of another state should contact their state’s DHHS Child Development and Early Education Division for specific requirements for that state’s credential. |
Dr. Tracey Bennett Carter Program Head Early Childhood Education (252) 738-3471 cartert@vgcc.edu |
| Electrical Inspection Level I, II, and III | VGCC’s Electrical Inspection courses are offered through the college’s Job Training and Continuing Education Division. These courses along with other education and experience requirements prepare students for State Exams for Inspector Certifications through the North Carolina Department of Insurance . These certifications are specific to the State of North Carolina. | Kyle Burwell Director, Occupational Extension (252) 738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
| Electronic Engineering Technology | The Electronic Engineering Technology Program at VGCC prepares students to sit for an exam to become a Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) through ETA International . This is a national certification and therefore not State specific. | Phillip Deville Program Head Engineering Technologies (252) 738-3592 devillep@vgcc.edu |
| Electronic Health Records | VGCC’s Electronic Health Records Course through the college’s Job Training and Continuing Education Division prepares students to sit for the Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) Certification Exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
The NHA is a nationally recognized organization and therefore their certifications are not regulated by individual states. Please see the NHA website for eligibility and requirements. |
Hollie Garrett EHR Instructor (252) 738-3352 garretth@vgcc.edu Kyle Burwell |
| Emergency Medical Sciences EMT Paramedic |
North Carolina Office of EMS EMT and Paramedic Certifications through individual states are regulated by that specific state. Please see your specific state requirements for this training and certifications. These programs are state-specific. If you plan to work in another state, It is recommended that you contact the Office of EMS in your state for more information. |
Stephen Barney Coordinator/Instructor EMS Programs |
| Healthcare Billing & Coding | VGCC’s Healthcare Billing & Coding Course through our Job Training and Continuing Education Division prepares students to sit for the Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) Certification exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
The NHA is a nationally recognized organization and therefore their certifications are not regulated by individual states. Please see the NHA website for eligibility and requirements. |
Hollie Garrett HBC Instructor (252) 738-3352 garretth@vgcc.edu Kyle Burwell |
| Heavy Equipment Operator | VGCC’s Heavy Equipment Operator course offered through our Job Training and Continuing Education Division prepares students to become credentialed through the National Center for Construction Education and Research . This credential is not state-specific. | Kyle Burwell Director of Occupational Extension (252) 738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
| Histotechnology | The Histotechnology Program at VGCC is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences . This program prepares students to sit for the Histotechnology Board of Registry Certification Examination through the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP). This is a nationally recognized certification. Students attending as residents of other states should visit the ASCP site for specific information on national certification and their state’s Clinical Laboratory or Medical Board for additional requirements for state-level licensure requirements. |
Dr. Erica Fleming Program Head Histotechnology 252)738-3482 fleminge@vgcc.edu Roxanne Hudson |
| Human Services | VGCC’s Human Service Technology Program is accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE).
This program prepares students to sit for the Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner exam through the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE) |
Angela Thomas, Dean School of Health Sciences (252)738-3397 thomasa@vgcc.edu |
| Information Technology | VGCC’s Information Technology Programs prepare students to sit for exams and earn certifications in Microsoft Office Specialist , Microsoft Technology Associate , and IC3 Digital Literacy .
These exams are administered through Certiport, Pearsonvue, and VGCC, as a licensed Pearsonvue testing center for candidates:VGCC students and nonstudents. These certifications are not state-specific. |
Donna Gill Program Head Information Technology (252)738-3367 gilld@vgcc.edu |
| IT- Networking and Security | VGCC’s IT-Networking and Security Program prepares students to sit for the CCNA certification exam through CISCO . This certification is not regulated by individual states. It is recommended that you contact CISCO for specific information related to your state. | Donna Gill Program Head Information Technology (252)738-3367 gilld@vgcc.edu |
| LPN to ADN Transition Program | VGCC offers an LPN to ADN Transition program preparing current LPN’s to sit for the National Licensure Exam for Registered Nurse through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing .
The LPN to ADN Transition Program is an approved nursing education program by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON). If you plan to practice in another state, it is recommended that you contact that State’s Board of Nursing for licensure requirements. |
Dr. Anna Seaman Instructor/Program Head Associate Degree Nursing (252)738-3483 seamana@vgcc.edu |
| Medical Administrative Assistant | VGCC’s MAA program through the Job Training & Continuing Education Division prepares students to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Certification through the National Healthcareer Association , a nationally recognized organization.
This certification is not regulated by individual states. Please see the NHA website for eligibility and requirements. |
Kyle Burwell Director of Occupational Extension (252)738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
| Medical Assisting | VGCC’s Medical Assisting Program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and The Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). The program prepares students for sit for the certification exam through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
This CMA certification is not regulated by states as AAMA is a national certification recognized by employers across the country. |
Mercedes Kamoru Program Head Medical Assisting (252)738-3625 kamorum@vgcc.edu |
| Medical Coding | To learn more about industry-recognized certification exams, visit the website for AAPC . These certifications are not regulated by individual states. It is recommended that you contact AAPC for any questions on their certifications. | Hollie Garrett Program Head Medical & Office Administration (252)738-3352 garretth@vgcc.edu |
| Medical Office Administration | To learn more about industry recognized certification exams, visit the individual websites through the National Healthcareer Association , Microsoft , and AAPC .
These certifications are not state-specific. Please see their website for more information on eligibility and requirements. |
Hollie Garrett Program Head Medical & Office Administration (252)738-3627 garretth@vgcc.edu |
| NC Auto Safety Inspection | VGCC’s NC Auto Safety Inspection course is offered through the college’s Job Training and Continuing Education Division. This course prepares students to become a North Carolina Safety Mechanic/Technician through the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.
The Certified Inspection Mechanic/Technician License through the NC DMV is specific to the state of North Carolina. |
Kyle Burwell Director of Occupational Extension (252)738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
| NC Auto Emission & Control | The NC Auto Emission & Control course is offered through VGCC’s Job Training and Continuing Education Division. This course prepares Certified Inspection Mechanic/Technician for an Emissions License through the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles and is specific to the state of North Carolina | Kyle Burwell Director of Occupational Extension (252)738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
| Notary Public | The Notary Public course at VGCC prepares students to sit for an exam to become a Certified Notary Public in the State of North Carolina provided by the North Carolina Secretary of State . | Kyle Burwell Director of Occupational Extension (252)738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
| Nurse Aide Level I | The Nurse Aide Levels I program at VGCC prepares students to take a state-approved exam through the N.C. DHHS and the Division of Health Service Regulation .
The N.C. Nurse Aide Registry provides information for out-of-state Nurse Aides. This certification is state-specific. For information on reciprocity please visit the NC Health Personnel Registry website . It is recommended for students enrolling in this program who plan to work in another state should contact that state’s DHHS office for information on eligibility and reciprocity. |
Elvin Curtis Coordinator of Healthcare Programs (252)738-3366 curtise@vgcc.edu |
| Nurse Aide Level II | VGCC’s Nurse Aide Level II program requires students to be registered as a Nurse Aide Level 1 with the State of North Carolina for enrollment. This program prepares students to become registered as a Nurse Aide Level II with the NC Board of Nursing .
This certification is state-specific. For information on reciprocity please visit the NC Health Personnel Registry website . |
Elvin Curtis Coordinator of Healthcare Programs (252)738-3366 curtise@vgcc.edu |
| Paralegal Technology | VGCC’s Paralegal Technology Program prepares students to sit for the Paralegal Certification Exam through the North Carolina State Bar and the National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc.
Students planning to work in states other than North Carolina should contact their state’s Bar Association for specific requirements for Paralegals in that state. |
Marque Debnam Program Head Paralegal Technology (252)738-3619 debnamm@vgcc.edu |
| Pharmacy Technology | VGCC’s Pharmacy Technology Program prepares students as Validating Technicians as defined by the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy Rules, Statutes, and Board Policies Section 21 NAC 46.1418. The program is a recognized education and training program by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
Students are eligible to sit for an examination as a Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician with the PTCB . PTCB Certification is accepted in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Individual state registration or licensure varies by state. It is recommended to confirm eligibility requirements with the organization you plan to become recognized by. |
Dr. Erica Fleming Program Head Pharmacy Technology (252)738-3482 fleminge@vgcc.edu |
| Practical Nursing | VGCC’s Practical Nursing Program is an approved nursing education program through the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON).
This program prepares students to sit for the National Licensure Exam for Practical Nurse through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing . If you plan to practice in another state, it is recommended that you contact that State’s Board of Nursing for licensure requirements. |
Dr. Anna Seaman |
| Prehospital Trauma Life Support | VGCC is approved to prepare students for the Prehospital Trauma life Support certification through the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians .
This certification is not state regulated but it is recommended to check with your state’s agency before enrolling in this course. |
Stephen Barney Coordinator/Instructor EMS Programs (252)738-3273 barneys@vgcc.edu |
| Radiography Degree Program | VGCC’s Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Graduates are eligible to sit for an exam through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography. This certification is not state regulated. Please refer to ARRT’s website for information on eligibility and requirements. |
Angela Thomas, Dean School of Health Sciences (252)738-3397 thomasa@vgcc.edu |
| Radiography – Computed Tomography Certificate | VGCC’s Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Graduates of this certificate program are eligible to sit for an exam through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computed Tomography . This certification is not state-regulated. Please refer to the ARRT’s website for information on eligibility and requirements. |
Rick Mastman Program Chair, CT/MRI (252)618-6693 mastmanr@edgecombe.edu Angela Thomas, Dean |
| Radiography – Magnetic Resonance Imaging Diploma | VGCC’s Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Graduates of this certificate program are eligible to sit for an exam through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). This certification is not state-regulated. Please refer to the ARRT’s website for information on eligibility and requirements. |
Rick Mastman Program Chair, CT/MRI (252)618-6693 mastmanr@edgecombe.edu Angela Thomas, Dean |
| Real Estate | VGCC’s Job Training & Continuing Education Division offers pre- and post-licensing courses in Real Estate. Licensing information for North Carolina can be found on the website for the North Carolina Real Estate Commission . Please check the requirements for your specific state before enrolling in classes. | Kyle Burwell Director of Occupational Extension (252)738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
| RIBN “Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nurses” ADN/BSN Nursing Program |
The RIBN Program is a collaboration with VGCC and NC A&T University allowing students to be coadmitted to complete the ADN and BSN Programs, consecutively.
VGCC’s ADN Nursing Program is an approved nursing education program by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON). This program prepares students to sit for the National Licensure Exam for Registered Nurse through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing . If you plan to practice in another state, it is recommended that you contact that State’s Board of Nursing for licensure requirements. |
Dr. Anna Seaman Instructor/Program Head Associate Degree Nursing (252)738-3483 seamana@vgcc.edu |
| ServSafe | VGCC offers ServSafe training and preparations for the ServSafe certification through the Education Foundation of the National Restaurant Association .
This certification is not regulated by states, but it is recommended that you inquire with your state’s agency regarding any additional state requirements for food handling and safety. |
Kyle Wilkerson, Instructor Program Head, Culinary Arts (919)690-0312 wilkersonr@vgcc.edu Kyle Burwell |
| Truck Driver Training | VGCC’s Truck Driving Training Program prepares students to take the CDL-A exam through the North Carolina DMV .
Participants in this program from states other than North Carolina should contact their state’s DMV for eligibility requirements. |
Kyle Burwell Director of Occupational Extension (252)738-3276 burwellk@vgcc.edu |
