Allied Health Careers Pathway 



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Program Contact: Ms. Barlev sbarlev@conejousd.org


CTE/WHCA

PATHWAY COURSES

I. Concentrator Course: Medical Health Careers Human Anatomy & Physiology

Prerequisite: CP Biology with a C or better, or teacher approval (Required)

Suggested Year for Enrollment: 11th grade

Description: This course is designed to provide a rigorous, broad based, general study of the human body. The focus of this course is for people who have interests in science or health care related professions and who desire to learn more about the human body. Through the use of microscopes, models, anatomy coloring, anatomical diagrams, modeling the body systems, mannequins, skeletons and skeletal parts, video, preserved specimens dissection, students will gain a thorough understanding of the structure and function of major systems of the human body. Lab work is stressed as are activities that focus on skill sets required in the medical field.

II. Capstone Course: Allied Health Anatomy & Physiology

Prerequisite: Medical Health Careers Human Anatomy & Physiology

Suggest Year for Enrollment: 12th grade

Description: This preparatory health careers course is designed for students seeking a career in the health field. The course will focus on the concepts and principles of the structure, function, and systems of the human body in relationship to specific Health and Medical Career options available to them. Students will learn to recognize problem situations in health care settings as they relate to direct and indirect patient care. Safety issues, ethical considerations, legal restraints, and professional codes of conduct will be presented and discussed throughout the course. An extensive unit on Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements will be taught. Students will learn about disease prevention for the maintenance of optimal health. Students will also learn foundation skills, including professional rescuer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Standard First Aid. In addition, students will be exposed to guest speakers from various health care fields. 

SUPPORTING COURSES

During the 11th and 12th grade year, students may enroll in one of the courses listed below.