PLTW Biomedical Science

What is PLTW Biomedical Science?

By immersing students in activities like practicing suturing and constructing body structures from clay, PLTW Biomedical Science empowers students to build knowledge and skills in biomedical science, as well as in-demand, transportable skills like problem solving, critical and creative thinking, communication, and collaboration.

Biomedical Science Pathway:

Principles of Biomedical Sciences - 9th or 10th

Human Body Systems - 10th or 11th

Medical Terminology (Dual Enrollment) - 11th or 12th

Outcomes for PLTW Students:

Completers in the PLTW Biomedical Sciences pathway are prepared to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Pre-Med or a 2-year technical degree in a Health Science program such as a Nursing, Certified Medical Assistant, CNA, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Tech, PT Assistant, OT Assistant, MRI, Ultrasound, Radiology, Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist, etc.

Possible Certifications for Biomedical Science Completers:

• First Aid/CPR

• OSHA in Healthcare

• CNA; Cert. Med Assist.; Pharmacy Technician

• Phlebotomist