Health Science
Certifications offered*
CPR
PCT
CCMA
EMT
Pharmacy Tech
*Certifications dependent on passing exam scores
23-24 Course Fees:
Year 2- $100/year
Year 3 PCT- $150/year
Year 3 CCMA- $165/year
Year 3 Pharmacology- $75/year
Year 3 EMT- $30/year + NCTC costs
*Subject to change*
3-Year Program | Available for 10th - 12th Grade
Home campus prerequisite (required):
Principles of Health Science
Home campus prerequisite (recommended):
Medical Terminology
Courses offered at LaGrone:
Year 2:
Health Science Theory & Clinic (2 credits)
Year 3 Options:
Practicum of Health Science: Patient Care Technician (2 credits)
Practicum of Health Science: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (2 credits)
Practicum of Health Science: EMT (2 credits)
Mandatory parent meeting*
Minimum 2.5 GPA to qualify; NCTC Dual Credit program
Practicum of Health Science: Pharmacology (2 credits)
Knowledge and skills learned:
Taking vital signs
Medical terminology
Anatomy & physiology
Pathophysiology
Patient care
Emergency response
Empathy, communication & teamwork
Professions & opportunities within healthcare
Program Testimonials
"This class sets you up for working in the medical field right after graduation if that is what you choose to do. Mrs. Helms is a very good teacher and the class is overall very fun and interesting."
-LaGrone Student
"The class is SO NICE, and the teachers are amazing about answering any questions. They really test you but not in a way that makes you feel stupid. They also aren’t all business, they create real relationships with you as a person and student."
-LaGrone Student
"Pharmacy is amazing, interesting, and challenging. CCMA is an easy class to learn a lot in if you apply yourself."
-LaGrone Student
"The teachers are nice, compassionate and VERY understanding, as long as you are completing your work, being respectful, and communicating with them."
-LaGrone Student