Fort Scott Community College

At FSCC, students can expect to be educated by trained instructors who have not only taught the trades, but are well-known professionals in their trades. Instructors teach in the classroom and in labs for hands-on learning with tools of the trade. The curriculum has been developed by the National Center for Construction Education and Research. Upon completion of the classes, students will earn recognized credentials for that specific trade, which will be entered into a national registry that is portable and available to contractors.

The FSCC heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) program provides students with a variety of hands-on, real-world experiences. An advisory board consisting of industry representatives and instructors oversees the program to ensure the curriculum is up-to-date and responsive to current industry practices.

Coursework incorporates electrical and mechanical systems involved with HVAC and refrigeration. Students are trained to evaluate and determine proper operation of these systems, as well as basic maintenance and repairs for commercial, industrial and residential units. Students are also prepared to take the EPA refrigerant handling certification and other industry-recognized credentials. Students complete the program ready to work as entry-level service and warranty technicians in HVAC systems.

The FSCC welding program provides students with comprehensive, hands-on training in welding technology. Through the one-year certificate program, students can earn industry-recognized credentials, such as the American Welding Society Structural Certification D1.1. These credentials are entered into a national registry that is portable and available to contractors.

Interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice? Fort Scott Community College offers students a two-year associate of applied science degree program, a two-year associate of science degree program with emphasis in criminal justice, and a one-year certificate program. Students study a variety of topics including criminal procedures, law, and investigations as well as interviewing and report writing. Criminal justice students at FSCC enjoy small classes, individualized attention, and a fun learning environment.

Interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice? Fort Scott Community College offers students a two-year associate of applied science degree program, a two-year associate of science degree program with emphasis in criminal justice, and a one-year certificate program. Students study a variety of topics including criminal procedures, law, and investigations as well as interviewing and report writing. Criminal justice students at FSCC enjoy small classes, individualized attention, and a fun learning environment.

Interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice? Fort Scott Community College offers students a two-year associate of applied science degree program, a two-year associate of science degree program with emphasis in criminal justice, and a one-year certificate program. Students study a variety of topics including criminal procedures, law, and investigations as well as interviewing and report writing. Criminal justice students at FSCC enjoy small classes, individualized attention, and a fun learning environment.

Interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice? Fort Scott Community College offers students a two-year associate of applied science degree program, a two-year associate of science degree program with emphasis in criminal justice, and a one-year certificate program. Students study a variety of topics including criminal procedures, law, and investigations as well as interviewing and report writing. Criminal justice students at FSCC enjoy small classes, individualized attention, and a fun learning environment.

Interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice? Fort Scott Community College offers students a two-year associate of applied science degree program, a two-year associate of science degree program with emphasis in criminal justice, and a one-year certificate program. Students study a variety of topics including criminal procedures, law, and investigations as well as interviewing and report writing. Criminal justice students at FSCC enjoy small classes, individualized attention, and a fun learning environment.

Interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice? Fort Scott Community College offers students a two-year associate of applied science degree program, a two-year associate of science degree program with emphasis in criminal justice, and a one-year certificate program. Students study a variety of topics including criminal procedures, law, and investigations as well as interviewing and report writing. Criminal justice students at FSCC enjoy small classes, individualized attention, and a fun learning environment.

The FSCC Emergency Medical Technician program prepares students to provide care for patients in emergency medical settings. The program combines classroom learning with hands-on training in a variety of settings. Upon successful completion of the program, students earn a certificate and are eligible to take the the Kansas and National Registry certification exams.

The FSCC Geriatric Certified Nurse Aide course is 90-hour, state-regulated CNA course that follows federal guidelines. It is divided into two parts: part one is lecture and lab, and part two is a lecture and clinical experience. The first part of the course provides trainees with experience in performing basic nursing skills. The majority of supervised clinical experience for a Nurse Aide Trainee I takes place in a simulated laboratory setting. Part II of the course requires performance of direct care tasks within the licensed adult care home environment. Trainees are designated as a Nurse Aide Trainee II. They are eligible to provide direct, individual care to residents in a licensed adult care home under the direction of a licensed nurse.

The Fort Scott Community College phlebotomy course provides students with the necessary knowledge and clinical skills to become a laboratory phlebotomist. Coursework includes the role of the phlebotomist, basic anatomy & physiology, safety and infection control principles, techniques for blood draws, and technical complications that can occur. Special emphasis is also placed on understanding life-span differences and legal principles that can effect the actions of a phlebotomist.

The phlebotomy course includes lectures, laboratory work, and clinical experiences in local healthcare agencies. Students who successfully complete the course are eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification exam for phlebotomy. Students have the option to take the course only or pursue a certificate.