Policies

Advanced Standing The general admission requirements of the College and of the EMS program apply to persons seeking admission into the EMS program with advanced standing. Those applying for advanced standing must have previously completed an EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic educational program and hold either National Registry registration, or a credential from the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. Credit may be granted for the following courses, dependent on the level and combination of credentials: EMS 110 , EMS 150 , EMS 122 , EMS 130 , EMS 131 , EMS 210 , EMS 221 , EMS 250 , EMS 160 , EMS 220 , EMS 231 , EMS 240 , EMS 260 , EMS 241 , EMS 270 , EMS 285 , BIO 163 , BIO 168 , BIO 169 , EMS-3163 Students will be awarded the credit hours for courses that qualify for Credit for Prior Learning. Paramedics satisfying the requirements for Advanced Standing will be admitted to the EMS Bridging program.

Advanced Standing The general admission requirements of the College and of the MTH program apply to persons seeking admission into the MTH program with advanced standing. Those applying for advanced standing must have previously completed a Therapeutic Massage educational program and are currently credentialed as a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist.

Advanced Standing The general admission requirements of the College and of the Fire Protection program apply to persons seeking admission into the Fire Protection program with advanced standing. Those applying for advanced standing must submit a copy of their transcript from NC Office of State Fire Marshal or other State certification agency for review. Other national-level courses such as those offered by the National Fire Academy may also be submitted for review. Independent Study courses will not be considered. Credit may be granted for the following courses, dependent on the level and combination of credentials: Certification FIP Curriculum Credit NCOSFM Firefighter II (Other states can be reviewed) FIP 120 Introduction to Fire Protection OSFM Fire Life Safety Educator I, II, & III FIP 124 Fire Prevention and Public Education NC Certified Fire Investigator FIP 128 Detection & Investigation NC Fire Inspector Level I Certification FIP 136 Inspections and Codes NFA Chemistry of Haz Mat (Con Ed Equivalent) FIP 230 Chemistry of Haz Mat OSFM Fire Officer I & II (Choose one of the following) FIP 240 Fire Service Supervision FIP 276 Managing the Fire Service Students will be awarded a grade of “T” and credit hours for the courses are awarded. No quality points are awarded and the grade is not included in the grade point average. Technical Standards In addition to Davidson-Davie requirements and course objectives, there are professional standards that encompass communication, motor skills, sensory and cognitive ability, and professional conduct that are essential for the competent study and practice of Fire Protection Technology. These technical standards are published in the program student handbook. Fire Protection

Advanced Standing The general admission requirements of the College and of the EMS program apply to persons seeking admission into the EMS program with advanced standing. Those applying for advanced standing must have previously completed an EMT educational program and hold either National Registry registration, or a credential from the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. Credit may be granted for the following courses, dependent on the level and combination of credentials: EMS 110 Students will be awarded the credit hours for courses that qualify for Credit for Prior Learning. No quality points are awarded and the grade is not included in the grade point average.

Advanced Standing The general admission requirements of the College and of the EMS program apply to persons seeking admission into the EMS program with advanced standing. Those applying for advanced standing must have previously completed an EMT educational program and currently hold either National Registry registration or a credential from the North Carolina Medical Care Commission. Credit may be granted for the following courses, depending on the level and combination of credentials: EMS 110 Students will be awarded the credit hours for courses that qualify for Credit for Prior Learning. No quality points are awarded, and the grade is not included in the grade point average.

Advanced Standing will be admitted to the MTH Bridging program. Students must take 25% from the required semester hours of the degree to meet the residency requirements of Davidson-Davie. Technical Standards In addition to Davidson-Davie requirements and course objectives, there are professional standards that encompass communication, motor skills, sensory and cognitive ability and professional conduct that are essential for the competent study and practice of therapeutic massage. Therapeutic Massage

Credit by Exam - Credit awarded based upon an institutionally administered exam is not counted in the total number of hours of enrollment and therefore no aid is awarded. Transfer Credits - Hours accepted from other institutions and evaluated in the student’s current program are included in the calculation of the completion rate and maximum time frame.

The decision regarding transfer credit for COS courses is made by the appropriate academic administrator, in consultation with members of the Cosmetic Arts faculty. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed.

The decision regarding transfer credit for NUR courses is made by the Director of Nursing, in consultation with members of the Nursing faculty. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed.

The decision regarding transfer credit for Dental Assisting courses is made by the Program Director and the appropriate academic administrator, in consultation with members of the Dental Assisting faculty. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed. Transfer Credit/Advanced Standing will be offered and credit applied to Dental Assisting Applicants who meet all of the following criteria: Submit transcripts for review to Davidson-Davie Community College.

The decision regarding transfer credit for EMS courses is made by the Program Director, in consultation with members of the Emergency Medical Science faculty. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed.

The decision regarding transfer credit for health information courses is made by the Program Director, in consultation with members of the faculty. The HIT program will only accept transfer credit for HIT prefixed courses from CAHIIM Accredited institutions. A maximum of 15 hours of HIT prefixed courses may be transferred in from another accredited institution. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed.

The decision regarding transfer credit for MED courses is made by the Program Director and the appropriate academic administrator, in consultation with members of the Medical Assisting faculty. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program director and is not guaranteed.

The decision regarding transfer credit for medical laboratory technology courses is made by the Director of the program in consultation with members of the faculty and the appropriate academic administrator. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed.

The decision regarding transfer credit for radiography courses is made by the Director of the program in consultation with members of the faculty and the appropriate academic administrator. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed.

The decision regarding transfer credit for human services courses is made by the Division Chair in consultation with members of the faculty and the Dean.

The decision regarding transfer credit for human services courses is made by the Division Chair in consultation with members of the faculty and the appropriate academic administrator.

The decision regarding transfer credit for Surgical Technology courses is made by the Director of the program in consultation with members of the faculty and the Dean.

The decision regarding transfer credit for therapeutic massage courses is made by the Director of the program in consultation with members of the faculty and the appropriate academic administrator. Transfer credit must be evaluated by the program and is not guaranteed.