Academy of Health Sciences

Academy of Health Sciences

Health Careers

Length: 1 semester Credit: ½ credit

*Does not satisfy graduation health requirement

Prerequisite: None Fee: None

This introductory course is directed at students interested in pursuing a career in health care and/or entering the Academy of Health Sciences. Students will explore various health occupations and settings, professional organizations, and educational requirements for completion of a degree or certification in a health care profession, cultural diversity, infection control, and promotion of safety in the health care setting. Curriculum incorporates employability skills, as well as development of personal and professional characteristics of a health care worker. Upon successful completion of the course the student will: (1) have a greater understanding of the world of work in health care; (2) explain the steps required to fulfill their goal of obtaining a health care occupation; and (3) demonstrate key employability skills. *This course does not fulfill Health graduation requirement.

MOT 125 - Basic Medical Sciences I

3 Credit Hour(s) • 67.5 Contact Hours (Lecture/Lab Combination) - One Semester

Introduces the anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and drug therapy of the immune, musculoskeletal, and digestive systems. A discussion of pediatric implications as they relate to clinical physiology will also be covered. The scope of the material is limited for the medical office technology personnel.

MOT 133 - Basic Medical Sciences II

3 Credit Hour(s) • 67.5 Contact Hours (Lecture/Lab Combination) - One Semester

Prerequisite: MOT 125 (C or better)

Introduces the anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and drug therapy of the cardiovascular, respiratory, dermatology and senses systems. the scope of material is limited for the medical office technology personnel.

MOT 135 - Basic Medical Sciences III

3 Credit Hour(s) • 67.5 Contact Hours (Lecture/Lab Combination) One Semester

Teaches the anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology and drug therapy of the Renal, Reproductive, Neurological, and Endocrine systems. the scope of material is limited for the medical office technology personnel.

Medical Terminology - HPR 178 and HPR 208

Length: 1 semester Credit: ½ credit (Elective)

Prerequisite: AOHS designation, MOT 125 and MOT 133 (C or better) Fee: None

This course will introduce the student to the structure of medical terms with emphasis on combining the most common prefixes, roots, and suffixes. It also includes terms related to body systems and medical abbreviations. Classroom structure provides accepted pronunciation of terms and their use in the healthcare setting. This is a student-driven course. Students may apply for 4 PPCC college credits through an articulation agreement when completing this course with a final score of 80% or above.

Pathophysiology

Length: 1 semester Credit: ½ credit (Elective)

Prerequisites: MOT 125 (C or better), MOT 133 (C or better) MOT 135 (C or Better), Medical Terminology (C or better)

Fee: None

*May be taken as co-requisite with Medical Terminology

This course is an in-depth study of disease processes that affect the human body. This includes genetic diseases, hypersensitivities, infection, immune deficiencies, cancer epidemiology, and the relationship of stress and disease. There will also be a systematic study of each body system and the diseases that affect that system. Upon successful completion of this course, students will: (1) understand the mechanisms of disease and how and why alterations in body structure and function lead to the clinical manifestation of disease, (2) identify the clinical manifestations of body system diseases, and (3) understand appropriate treatments available for diseases studied.

Law and Ethics for Health Professionals - HPR106

Length: 1 semester

Credit: ½ credit (high school)

Prerequisites: MOT 125 (C or better), MOT 133 (C or better) MOT 135 (C or Better), Medical Terminology (C or better) at age 16

Fee: None

*May be taken as a co-requisite with Medical Terminology

Introduces student to the study and application medico-legal concepts in medical careers. This course seeks to establish a foundation for ethical behavior and decision making in health professions.

Health and Wellness Throughout the Lifespan

Length: 1 semester Credit: ½ credit (Elective)

Prerequisite: MOT 125 (C or better), MOT 133 (C or better) MOT 135 (C or Better) or Anatomy and Physiology (C or better)

Fee: None

This course is designed for Academy of Health Sciences students that are planning a career in healthcare. Healthcare professionals have a responsibility to maintain their own personal health and to serve as role models to their patients and the community. Healthy living habits begin during childhood and adolescence and this course is intended to steer future healthcare professionals towards healthy choices throughout life. Topics such as physical activity, weight management, and good nutrition will complement this course. An overview of related topics such as disease prevention, emotional well-being, sexual health, complementary and holistic therapies, the benefits of sleep, avoidance of tobacco and drugs, and stress management will also be presented. The primary goal of this class is to teach students to think independently and begin their own healthy habits and behaviors that will make them a more reputable healthcare provider.

Nursing Assisting

Length: 1 semester

Credit: 1 credit (high school)

Prerequisites: MOT 125 (C or better), MOT 133 (C or better) MOT 135 (C or Better), Medical Terminology (C or better), and current certification (through June following current semester) CPR for Healthcare Provider, Age 17 or older by start of clinical (May 2021)

Costs to Student: uniform, shoes, physical exam, TB test, CPR for Healthcare Provider course; Drug Screen and Federal Background Check fees; D49 Concurrent Enrollment eligible; student interview required

This course provides basic nursing theory, knowledge and application in meeting basic patient, client, or resident needs. Nursing principles, competency, and safety are applied and demonstrated through supervised laboratory and clinical practice. Due to CO State Board of Nursing mandates, additional training hours will be required outside of regularly scheduled class time. After course completion, students are eligible to attend clinical placement and take, at their own expense, the Colorado CNA Certification Exam.