Length: 1 or 2 years
Grade Level: 11, 12, Adults
Prerequisites: 1 year Life Science, English & Math
Credits: 3 per year
Embedded Credit: Science
The Health Science Technology Program is a two year college-preparatory program that is experiential and exposes students to health related careers – from nursing to veterinary assistant. Students may earn up to 10 college credits in Medical Terminology and Medical Legal and Ethical Issues. In addition, students will learn about anatomy and physiology, have an opportunity to earn their Licensed Nurse Assistance Certification, and participate in a 30 hour internship during their 2nd year at area hospitals, nursing homes, veterinary hospitals, or doctors’ offices.
Units of Study:
- Exploration of Health Careers
- Ethical & Legal Responsibilities
- Medical Terminology
- Work Place Safety
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Medical Math
- Pharmacology
- Mental Health
- CPR & First Aid Certifications
- LNA Preparation
Industry Partners:
- Little Rivers Health Care
- Cottage Hospital
- Glencliff Home for the Elderly
- Stonecliff Animal Clinic
College Links
- River Valley Comm. College
- Whit Mnt. Comm. College
- Vermont Tech. College