Health Science

The Health Science Program provides students with knowledge and skills for pursuing careers in the healthcare field. Courses incorporate content designed to allow students to explore health careers, learn medical terminology, and perform basic skills needed in a variety of healthcare settings. Through the Health Science Internship course, students have hands-on experience in a variety of healthcare settings.

 

Course Offerings:

1st Year: Foundations of Health Science, Medical Terminology

2nd Year: Orientation to Health Science, Body Structure and Function

3rd Year: Health Science Internship, Patient Care Technician

 

Career Opportunities:

Pharmacy Technician, Patient Care Technician, Registered Nurse, Medical Doctor, Physical, Therapy Assistant, Social Worker

 

Earning Potential:

• Pharmacy Technician- $28,000
• Patient Care Technician- $25,000
• Registered Nurse- $55,000
• Medical Doctor- $176,000
• Physical Therapy Assistant- $49,000
• Social Worker- $52,000

 

Career Tech Student Organization:  HOSA Future Health Professionals

 

Industry Certifications: CPR, Patient Care Technician