Health Science
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1st level class
Principles of Health Science: (1 credit, health) Certification: AHA Heartsaver CPR/First Aid This course is designed for students interested in medical and associated health careers. It gives an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, environmental, and informational systems of the health care industry. Topics include career requirements, medical history, trends in financing health care, ethical and legal responsibilities, human anatomy and physiology as related to the health care profession, client care, safety, first aid, and CPR. This course prepares the student for the transition to clinical and/or work-based experiences available in the advanced health science courses. • Grades 9 - 12 • Completing the course satisfies the required health credit. • Programs of Study: Healthcare Diagnostics, Healthcare Therapeutic, Nursing Science and Health Informatics • Lab supplies or fee may be required.
2nd level class
Medical Terminology: (1 credit) This course allows students to develop a working knowledge of the language of medicine by introducing them to the structure of medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, and singular and plural forms, plus medical abbreviations and acronyms. Comprehending this terminology will not only be beneficial in understanding other science and health science related courses taken in high school, but will also enhance their ability to secure employment or pursue further education in this industry. • Grades 10 - 12 • Recommended to be taken prior to Principles of Health Science • Programs of Study: Healthcare Diagnostics, Healthcare Therapeutic, Nursing Science and Health Informatics • Lab supplies or fee may be required
3rd level classes
Health Science Theory/Clinicals: (2 credits) Certifications: OSHA-10hr, AHA Basic Life Support CPR The Health Science Theory course is designed for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will employ hands-on experience for continued knowledge and skill development. Key components of this course may include CPR and OSHA certification, standard precautions, and ethics. The students will apply the concepts being learned in Health Science Theory and practice entry-level occupational skills in the clinical setting such as hospitals or other medical-related agencies. • Grades 11 - 12, An application may be required if demand exceeds number of available slots. • Required prerequisite: Principles of Health Science and Biology and verification of immunization requirements • Programs of Study: Healthcare Diagnostics and Healthcare Therapeutic • Satisfies advanced course requirement for Public Services endorsement • Lab supplies or fee may be required. • Background check and drug testing may be required.
Anatomy and Physiology K: (1 credit, science) Anatomy and Physiology is a college preparatory course designed to extend the student’s knowledge and understanding of the human body in respect to its structure and function. A survey of each organ system is presented with initial emphasis upon its anatomy, followed by an in-depth study of its physiology. This course is laboriented and teaches proper dissection techniques as well as various physiological phenomena. This course is recommended for students pursuing an education in the medical sciences. • Grades 11 - 12 • Required prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry • Recommended prerequisites: Medical Terminology and Principles of Health Science • Programs of Study: Healthcare Diagnostics, Healthcare Therapeutic, and Nursing Science • Satisfies advanced course requirement for Public Services endorsement • Completing this course satisfies a science credit required for graduation.
Pathophysiology K: (1 credit, science) In Pathophysiology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving and demonstrate professional standards as related to business and industry. Students in Pathophysiology study disease processes and how humans are affected. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment of disease. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology. • Grades 11 - 12 • Required prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry • Recommended prerequisites: Medical Terminology, Principles of Health Science and Anatomy & Physiology K (or concurrent with Anatomy & Physiology K)• Programs of Study: Healthcare Diagnostics, Healthcare Therapeutic, and Nursing Science • Satisfies advanced course requirement for Public Services endorsement • Completing this course satisfies a science credit required for graduation
Forensic Science K : (1 credit, science) A Students will learn terminology and investigative procedures related to crime scene, questioning, interviewing, criminal behavior characteristics, truth detection, and scientific procedures used to solve crimes. Using scientific methods, students will collect and analyze evidence through case studies and simulated crime scenes such as fingerprints analysis, ballistics, and blood spatter analysis. Students will learn the history, legal aspects, and career options for forensic science. • Grades 11 - 12 • Required prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry • Recommended prerequisites: Medical Terminology and Principles of Health Science • Related elective that can be added as additional credit to any of the Health Science Programs of Study • Satisfies advanced course requirement for Public Services endorsement • Completing this course satisfies a science credit required for graduation.
4th level class
Practicum in Health Science: (2 credits) Certification: EMT; CNA; PharmTech; or Dental Assistant While earlier courses in health science provide students with an overview of the healthcare industry, this course allows students to select and pursue a specialization. Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and develop advanced clinical skills needed for a specific certification or licensure in an allied health career such as Pharmacy Technician, Certified Nursing Aide (CNA), or Emergency Medical Technician. Because training requirements vary by specialization, a program application process is required to determine the most appropriate method(s) of instruction. These may include classes on a college campus, pre-employment labs in the classroom, clinical internships or employment, or a combination. • Grade 12, An application may be required if demand exceeds number of available slots. • Required prerequisites: Principles of Health Science and one advanced health science-related course. • Admissions application to Lone Star College is required for students interested in EMT or CNA. If accepted, students will be responsible for their own transportation to attend these classes at Lone Star College. • Programs of Study: Healthcare Diagnostics, Healthcare Therapeutic, and Nursing Science • Satisfies advanced course requirement for Public Services endorsement • EMT, CNA, and PharmTech certifications each satisfy requirement to earn a Performance Acknowledgment. • Lab supplies or fee may be required. • Background check and drug testing may be required. • Age requirements may also apply. • Students must provide own transportation to the work site