Health Science

HEALTH SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Health Science Education provides a comprehensive program to meet present and projected needs for the healthcare industry. Curriculum concepts incorporate technological advances to motivate students and prepare them to pursue a career as a future health professional. Emphasis is placed on the various domains of healthcare and related skills such as: employability skills, prevention (wellness), diagnostics, therapeutics, and rehabilitation. Students are encouraged to pursue work-based learning opportunities that include job shadowing, internships, and apprenticeships to support their areas of interest in healthcare.

Opportunities for expanded leadership and technical skills are available through membership in the intracurricular student organization HOSA- Future Health Professionals. This organization includes local, regional, state, and national levels and instills pride, commitment, and professionalism in its members in order to empower students to become leaders in the global health community.