 abarrus College
of Health Sciences offers a number of opportunities for students
to participate in both social organizations as well
as academic organizations. you can learn about these opportunities
by selecting one of the choices below:
The Cabarrus College Association
of Nursing Students is a local chapter of the national organization of student nurses, of which membership is voluntary and whose purposed are to: 1. Aid in the development of student nurses as truly democratic citizens by broadening their horizons as individuals and as members of a group; 2. Promote professional and social unity among student nurses; 3. Stimulate understanding of and an interest in the program of the graduate professional nursing organization; 4. Serve as a channel of communication between the student nurse organizations and the various units of the graduate professional nurses' organizations; and; 5. To participate as an active constituent of the North Carolina Association of Nursing Students (NCANS).
CCHS Rotaract is a Rotary-sponsored service club for college students. CCHS Rotaract is college-based and is sponsored by the Cabarrus Rotary Club making us true "partners in service" and key members of the Rotary family. Through the CCHS Rotaract, members not only augment their knowledge and skills, but they also address the physical and social needs of our community while promoting international understanding and peace through a framework of friendship and service.
The Christian Student Union is a nondenominational organization, which provides spiritual guidance and fellowship opportunities for all interested
students. The activities include fundraising efforts to finance their community service projects and participation in NorthEast Medical Center's chapel programs.
Membership in the MASO is open to all students in the Medical Assisting program. The purpose of the organization is to promote the profession of medical assisting as well as seek to continually improve the knowledge and skills of the medical assisting student for the benefit of the profession.
Membership in SOTA is open to all occupational therapy assistant students. This group functions at the national, state, and local levels. The purpose of the organization is to promote the profession of occupational therapy as well as provide service to the community. SOTA provides guidance and fellowship among the OTA students.
The Surgical Technologist Student Association is an organization open to all students in the Surgical Technology Program. The organization was developed to foster interest in the field by featuring the speakers, equipment demonstrations, and continuing education concerning new advances. The group also participates in community service activities such as working with a clinic in rural West Virginia or offering blood pressure screenings.
The Beta Delta Chi Chapter recognizes leadership, scholarship and
service among two-year college students. Eligible students for induction
must have completed at least 12 semester hours in a degree program
at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences and have a cumulative GPA
of 3.25 or higher. To remain in good standing, students must maintain
a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher and submit membership dues. Graduates whoa re in good standing (i.e., have maintained academic requirements and are current with society dues) are eligible to wear a cord as part of the graduation regalia.
This society recognizes excellence in nursing scholarship, leadership, education and research. membership is by invitation only. Invitations to induction are presented based on successful achievement of defined criteria to students enrolled in the baccalaureate nursing program and to baccalaureate prepared nurses. Student inductees must have completed at least 1/2 of the baccalaureate nursing program curriculum, have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 and rank in the upper 35% of the BSN graduating class. Nurse leader membership is offered to RNs with baccalaureate degrees in nursing or other disciplines. Nurse leaders must demonstrate achievement in areas such as clinical practice, administration, publications, education or research. >> Read more
Lambda Nu Honor Society is the National Honor Society for the
Radiologic and Imaging Sciences. It is the only such honor
society specified for Imaging Professionals.
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