Are you passionate about helping people and communities achieve their highest possible level of health and wellness in a variety of settings? If so, then you’re an ideal candidate for an education and career in nursing and allied health. We’d like to talk to you.
We offer degree programs in Nursing and the related area of Allied Health which includes Exercise Science, Sports and Leisure Management, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, and a seamless transfer to University of New Haven’s B.S. Dental Hygiene program if graduating with a General Studies A.S.
Nursing, A.S.
Our Nursing program is highly competitive, and its outstanding results are credited to the great relationships developed between students and faculty. Graduates’ scores on the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) are consistently above the national average and our graduates report a 100% job placement on the last three graduate surveys.
The nursing program at Three Rivers is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. and state approved through the Connecticut State Board of Examiners for Nursing with the consent of the Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, A.S.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistants will play a vital role in today’s healthcare field. Graduates of our associate degree program will be knowledgeable in both the business and clinical skills necessary in a healthcare provider office and are eligible to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Exam (CCMA). They can get started in a new career immediately or can choose to continue their studies toward a bachelor’s degree in health information technology.
Exercise Science, A.S.
This program provides students with a strong basic foundation in exercise science as well as a broad background in general education. The Exercise Science graduates can obtain an entry level position in health and fitness and will be prepared for necessary industry certifications. Graduates will also be prepared to transfer to an exercise science or other health related program at a 4-year institution. e wellness and good nutrition.
Exercise Science Studies, A.A. – CSCU Pathway Transfer Degree
Upon completion of this transfer Exercise Studies degree program, graduates will have a comprehensive knowledge of Exercise Studies and can transfer seamlessly to colleges within the Connecticut College State University system. They are guaranteed full junior status in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in the same discipline and will not lose any credits or need to take extra credits upon transfer.
Sports and Leisure Management, A.S.
This program provides graduates with knowledge of recreational management, fitness and training, nutrition, facility design and management, marketing, business law, accounting and risk management. Graduates will be prepared to work as an athletic director, facilities manager, in professional sports management, and travel/leisure.
Dental Hygiene Transfer Compact
Three Rivers graduates who complete a General Studies, A.S. can transfer directly into University of New Haven’s Dental Hygiene Program. Dental hygienists provide preventative oral care and teach patients how to maintain good oral health, all under a dentist’s supervision. For more information on the degree and the transfer compact, contact Interim Director of Nursing and Allied Health Cynthia Arpin at carpin@trcc.commnet.edu.
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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, A.S.
Exercise Science Studies, A.A. – CSCU Pathway Transfer Degree
Sports and Leisure Management, A.S.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tab][vc_tab title=”Faculty” tab_id=”1470246169784-2-98785-6b75″][vc_column_text]Kelly Baratko
A.S., Three Rivers Community College; B.S., Eastern Connecticut State UniversityWorkforce and Community Education – Student Services Division Continuing Education Aide(860) 215-9276 KBaratko@threerivers.edu
Kem Barfield, Ed.D.
B.S., Southern Illinois University; M.S. University of New Haven; Ed.D., Capella UniversityAcademics and Student Services Campus Dean of Students and Faculty(860) 215-9210 KBarfield1@threerivers.edu
Todd Barry, Ph.D.
B.A., Princeton University; J.D., University of Connecticut; Ph.D., University of ConnecticutEnglish and Communication Department Professor of EnglishFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9406 TBarry@threerivers.edu
Vandana Basu, Ph.D.
B.A., Vassar College; Ph.D., University of ConnecticutMathematics and Science Department Associate Professor of ChemistryFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9429 VBasu@threerivers.edu
Tom Bayley
B.S., Texas A&M University; M.A., U.S. Naval War CollegeAdministrative Services Associate Dean of Campus Operations(860)-215-9296 tbayley@threerivers.edu
Stanley Beckford, Ed.D.
A.S., Three Rivers Community College, B.S., College of Saint Rose, M.S., Eastern Connecticut State University, Ed.D., University of HartfordAdvising Center, Student Services Division Guided Pathways Advisor I(860) 215-9275 sbeckford@threerivers.edu
Jon Brammer
B.A., University of California-Santa Barbara; M.A., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; M.A., Sacred Heart UniversityTutoring Center Writing Center CoordinatorFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9214 JBrammer@threerivers.edu
Phyllis Brown
A.S., Commonwealth College of Virginia; A.S. Three Rivers Community CollegeAdministrative Services Financial Clerk – Cashier(860) 215-9217 PBrown@threerivers.edu
Amanda Caffary
B.A., University of Connecticut; M.A., University of Massachusetts Boston; M.A., University College LondonAcademic Division Director of Educational Technology(860) 215-9295 ACaffary@threerivers.edu
Shaylah Carbone
TRCC & QVCCHuman Resources HR Generalist860-215-9212 scarbone@commnet.edu
Pamela Carroll
B.A., Merrimack College; Ed.M., Harvard University; Licensed School Social Worker/School Adjustment CounselorHumanities and Social Sciences Department Professor of PsychologyFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9412 PCarroll@threerivers.edu
Michael Carta
B.A., M.S., University of DaytonMathematics and Science Department Department Chair and Professor of ChemistryFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9413 MCarta@threerivers.edu
Jessica Castillejo
Registrar’s OfficeStudent Services Division Enrollment Management Specialist(860) 215-9290 jessica.castillejo@ctstate.edu
Ronda Charette
Academic Division Academic Division Secretary(860) 215-9301 RCharette@threerivers.edu
Abida Chaudhary
A.S.N., Capital Community College; B.S.N., Capella University; M.S.N., Capella University; Post Masters Certificate in FNP ARPN, Carson Newman University; D.N.P., Capella UniversityNursing and Allied Health Department Assistant Professor of NursingFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9463 AChaudhary@trcc.commnet.edu
Nicole Colter
B.A., City College of New York; M.S. Buffalo State CollegeBusiness and Technologies Department InstructorFaculty Office Hours (860) 215-9423 ncolter@trcc.commnet.edu
Director of Nursing and Allied Health