Health Careers Technologies


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Program Description
This two-year program offers the perfect starting point for students to shape their futures in a health career field.  Rigorous coursework, paired with interaction with health care professionals and worksite learning opportunities, prepares students for success in careers in medical, dental and allied health care.  Completers of this program have more clearly defined career goals and a jump start on license and certification attainment as they enter the workforce or continue post-secondary education.

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Skills Necessary for Success
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Creative problem solving
  • Empathy in dealing with people
  • Ability to follow directions and assume responsibility
  • Ability to make decisions based on facts and experience
Professional Pathways
  • Registered Nurse
  • Dental Hygienist
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Veterinary Technician
  • Physical Therapist
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Optician
  • Medical Assistant
  • Pharmacist
  • Nurse Aide
  • Lab Technicians
Recommendations
  • Excellent attendance record
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • “C” or better in Biology

Foundational Skills
  • Basic health care skills
  • Medical laboratory processes
  • Physical Therapy techniques
  • Clinical assessment
Career Interests/Helpful Background
  • Experience in volunteering
  • Interested in working directly with people
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Interested in health and science
Post-Secondary Opportunities
See Career Catalog Pages 37-40 for details.

 

GRADE LEVEL: 10, 11, 12
LENGTH: Two years
SCHOOL: Roosevelt

COURSES AND CREDITS:
  • Level I: Adv/Honors or CP English 1cr (4.0); IA Adv/Honors Anatomy and Physiology 1cr (4.5); IB Principles of Allied Health 2cr (5.0).
  • Level II: Adv/Honors or CP English 1cr (4.0); IIA Patient Centered Care 1cr (5.0); IIB Medical Terminology 1cr (5.0); Health Careers Capstone 1cr (4.0)

4.5 or 5.0=credit weighted on a 4.0 scale

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