This course provides infection control guidelines and recommendations for the dental office. The course is based on the CDC infection and prevention guidelines, and includes information on disinfection and sterilization, products, and asepsis protocols. This course fulfills the NH dental infection control requirements for certification and license renewal. This class is self paced.

CEUs:  3

Online:  12/7/26 - 12/18/26

This micro certificate provides landscapers and other interested students with the basics skills in design, site preparation, and installation of manufactured, natural stone, and masonry components.  The class is structured with both classroom and hands-on learning for new and seasoned workers.  The course will be held indoors during the off-season and will also cover bidding, estimating, and customer relations.  Experts from the field will lead the instruction related to best practices for enduring installations.

Class Dates: January 6 - February 3, 2027

Days/Times: Wednesdays, from 8:00am - 4:00pm at the NHTI Campus,  Sweeney Hall, Room 311 and Swenson Granite Warehouse for hands-on training.

Topics to be covered will include:

• Intro to Foundations of Hardscape
• Manufacured Materials
• Natural Stone
• Masonry
• Business Relations and Estimating

Student Learning Outcomes: 

Upon completion of this training, students will:

• Evaluate hardscape project sites by identifying soil conditions, drainage requirements, grading considerations, access limitations, and other factors that influence site preparation and construction.
• Select appropriate materials, tools, equipment, and construction methods for common hardscape applications.
• Apply fundamental construction techniques for site preparation, foundations, drainage, compaction, and installation of hardscape features.
• Apply sound business practices to hardscape projects, including cost estimating, preparing proposals, and effective customer communication.

Personal protective equipment: 

You will need to have the following for the hands-on portion of the course:

• Eye protection
• Work gloves
• Safety shoes
• Hearing protection
• Hard hat

Next Session Offered: January 26, 2027 to April 24, 2027

Information Session: November 17th @ 6:30pm

LNA Info Session Sign up – Fill out form

The LNA training program will prepare eligible candidates to practice as nursing assistants in providing direct patient care. The course will combine online class room, lab and clinical practice in simulation and/or an acute medical setting. At completion, students will be prepared to sit for the state certification examination and submit their Board of Nursing LNA license application.

The Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) program will consist of:

• 60 hours of online theory        
• 60 hours of clinical        
• 30 hours of laboratory

for a total of 150 hours of coursework. The didactic work is done through the Canvas online learning platform. Laboratory skills training is done in person at NHTI. Clinical is an in-person work format held at a facility partnered with NHTI. After successfully completing the LNA program, all students must register for the state competency written and clinical exam and complete a criminal background check/finger printing as part of the process to obtain their LNA license with the State of New Hampshire. This course is not part of the Nursing Program.

LNA Program Admission Eligibility and Submission Checklist

• Demonstrate the ability to read, comprehend, write, and communicate in English, relative to job related assignments
• Minimum of 16 years of age; diploma or GED not required
• Have not been convicted of a felony
• Comply with NHTI’s application procedure
• Comply with NHTI’s tuition requirements
• Able to pass a drug screening 

To Apply: 

The following items must be submitted to nhtiwe@ccsnh.edu before your application is reviewed:

• Application for LNA Program Admission
• A copy of your resume
• Current BLS certification
• Criminal Background check: go to https://services.dos.nh.gov/chri/cpo scroll down and click the green button: “Online NH Criminal Background Check” ($25)

Following Application Review:

• Brief interview with the LNA Program Coordinator
• BAAS Check: Bureau of Adult and Aging Services report

 Medical information required:

• 12 panel Drug Screen
• QuantiFERON blood test (a 2 step Tb tine can be substituted if BCG has not been received, or proof of a previous 2 step TB coupled with a current Tb tine test).

Registration:

Once all admission requirements are approved by the LNA Program Coordinator you will receive an email with registration instructions. By completing the registration process you agree to attend and comply with the tuition payment (includes tuition and books; supply fees are required as listed below).

Supplemental Tools (recommended for lab and clinical):

• Secondhand Watch
• Stethoscope
• Scrubs - appropriately fitting and professional in appearance

PLEASE NOTE: You will not be officially registered and a seat will NOT be reserved for you until ALL pre-requisites and required documents have been received, reviewed, and approved.

The American Red Cross BLS Provider CPR/AED classroom course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. Care of adults, children, and infants is covered. 4-hour class; 2-year certification. Certification e-card included.