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About Health Science
The Health Science Career Cluster focuses on exposing students to the management and use of patient information in the healthcare field. Students may learn about and research recent modifications of computerized healthcare and the process of creating and maintaining hospital and patient records in accordance with the regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Students may also practice writing and interpreting medical reports.
Programs of Study
Denton ISD offers the following programs of study in the Health Science Career Cluster. Students should follow a program of study in order to gain an endorsement, become a CTE completer, and become prepared for their career.
Pharmacology Program of Study
Principles of Health Science (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Medical Terminology (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Health Science Theory & Clinical (11 ‐ 12) [2] (Advanced)
Anatomy and Physiology (12) [1] (Advanced)Practicum in Health Science ‐ Pharmacology (12) [2] (Advanced)
EMT Program of Study
Principles of Health Science (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Medical Terminology (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Health Science Theory & Clinical (11 ‐ 12) [2] (Advanced)
Anatomy and Physiology (12) [1] (Advanced)Practicum in Health Science ‐ EMT (12) [2] (Dual Credit) (Advanced)
Medical Assistant Program of Study
Principles of Health Science (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Medical Terminology (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Health Science Theory & Clinical (11 ‐ 12) [2] (Advanced)
Anatomy and Physiology (12) [1] (Advanced)Practicum in Health Science – Medical Assisting (CCMA) (12) [2] (Advanced)
Patient Care Technician Program of Study
Principles of Health Science (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Medical Terminology (9 ‐ 12) [1]
Health Science Theory & Clinical (11 ‐ 12) [2] (Advanced)
Anatomy and Physiology (12) [1] (Advanced)Practicum in Health Science – Patient Care Technician (PCT) (12) [2] (Advanced)
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Certifications
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
Patient Care Technician
NREMT - Emergency Medical Technician
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