Health Science

In the first year of Health Science, students complete two foundational courses (each 1 Carnegie unit, earning a total of 2 credits).

• Health Science Core I introduces students to the healthcare field and the wide variety of career opportunities it offers. Students cover topics such as safety, infection control, medical terminology, and legal/ethical practices, concluding with anatomy and physiology of the integumentary system and related disorders.
   
• Health Science Core II builds on these foundations by studying major body systems (muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, lymphatic, nervous, endocrine, reproductive, and sensory). Students also explore careers in depth, practice identifying diseases/disorders, and create a digital portfolio to support future career advancement.
   

Students are encouraged to join HOSA – Future Health Professionals, where they can develop leadership, teamwork, and career-ready skills through health science competitions and events.

In the second year, students move into Healthcare and Clinical Services courses (each 1 Carnegie unit, earning a total of 2 credits).

• Healthcare and Clinical Services I focuses on essential medical skills used across healthcare professions. Students practice safety procedures, basic life support, first aid, and interpreting vital signs. They also explore careers in sports medicine, rehabilitative services, emergency services, and human growth and development.
   
• Healthcare and Clinical Services II provides deeper training in medical and nursing services, nutrition and dietetics, respiratory care, pharmacology, laboratory services, and medical imaging. The course concludes with career preparation, where students complete job applications, résumés, cover letters, and interviews to prepare for employment in the healthcare field.
   

Year 2 also includes embedded Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences, allowing students to apply classroom knowledge in healthcare settings, strengthen employability skills, and gain real-world exposure to careers in health science.

Participation in HOSA allows students to demonstrate their clinical skills, build leadership experience, and connect with health science professionals