Foundations of Health Science

Foundations of Health Science

Course Number: HU10

Recommended Maximum Enrollment: 30

Hours of Instruction: 135 (block) 150 (regular)

Prerequisite: None

Aligned Career Technical Student Organization: Future Health Professionals (HOSA)

Aligned Industry Credential: None

Description: This course is designed to assist potential health care workers in their role and function as health team members. Topics include medical terminology, the history of health care, healthcare agencies, ethics, legal responsibilities, health careers, holistic health, health care trends, cultural awareness, communication, medical math, leadership, and career decision making. English language arts are reinforced.