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Course Descriptions

Early Childhood Development Pathway

INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s):NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Students are introduced to early childhood education career opportunities and explore topics such as child development, safe and healthy environments for children, and developmentally appropriate practice that supports child development. Leadership opportunities are available through the co-curricular student organization.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND PARENTING

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s):NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Students enrolled in Child Development and Parenting focus on balancing work and family; analyzing parenting roles and responsibilities; ensuring a healthy start for mother and child; evaluating support systems that provide services for parents; and evaluating parenting practices that maximize human growth and development.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION I (YEAR-LONG CLASS)

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s):INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Credits: 2 ELECTIVES

Students prepare to be primary providers of home-, family-, or institution-based childcare services by focusing on the planning, organizing, and conducting of meaningful play and learning activities; child monitoring and supervision; recordkeeping and referral procedures; and work-based learning experiences in on-site labs, local daycare centers, elementary schools, and other institutions under the supervision of the instructor. Students also prepare for continuing education leading to careers in early childhood fields (e.g., medical, social services, education). Upon successful completion of the course, students may qualify to take the Early Childhood Education and Care-Basic Assessment.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION II (Internship)

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s):EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION I, TRAINING AGREEMENTS, AND PASS PREPAC CERTIFICATION

Credits: 2 ELECTIVES

Students focus on occupational skills needed by personnel employed in early childhood-related careers, such as education, medical/health care, social services, counseling, psychology, and entrepreneurship. Work-based learning experiences in on-site labs, early childhood development centers, elementary schools, and other institutions under the supervision of the instructor are required. Students will have to complete 125 internship hours to receive credit for class and will be graded by a Supervisor and their teacher-coordinator each 6 weeks.

Nurse Aide Pathway

INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH AND MEDICAL SCIENCES/BASIC FIRST AID

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

This course introduces the student to a variety of healthcare careers and develops basic skills required in all health and medical sciences. It is designed to help students understand the key elements of the U.S. healthcare system and to learn basic healthcare terminology, anatomy and physiology for each body system, pathologies, diagnostic and clinical procedures, therapeutic interventions, and the fundamentals of traumatic and medical emergency care. Throughout the course, instruction emphasizes safety, cleanliness, asepsis, professionalism, accountability, and efficiency within the healthcare environment. Students also begin gaining job-seeking skills for entry into the health and medical sciences field. In addition, instruction may include the basics of medical laboratory procedures, pharmacology fundamentals, biotechnology concepts, and communication skills essential for providing quality patient care.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s):NONE

Credits: 1 ELECTIVE

Medical Terminology is designed to help students learn common medical terms essential for patient care. Topics are presented in logical order, beginning with each body system's anatomy and physiology and progressing through pathology, laboratory tests and clinical procedures, therapeutic interventions, and pharmacology. Students learn concepts, terms, and abbreviations for each topic. This course is pending VDOE approval.

NURSE AIDE I/II (DUAL ENROLLMENT)

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s):INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH AND MEDICAL SCIENCES and PASS THE APPROPRIATE PLACEMENT TEST

Credits: 2 ELECTIVES

Nurse Aide I, offered as an occupational preparation course beginning at the 11th-grade level, is regulated under the Virginia Board of Nursing. It emphasizes the study of nursing occupations as related to the healthcare system. Students study growth and development across the lifespan, simple body structure and function, and medical terminology. They are introduced to concepts of infection prevention and disease processes. Students receive entry-level skill training in patient nurse aide relationships; measuring and recording of vital signs; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and general patient care. Work-based learning may be offered as part of this course. The Nurse Aide I course introduces students to careers in nursing, health professions, and STEM-H professions. Nurse Aide II is an occupational preparation course emphasizing body systems and diseases as related to advanced clinical care of the acute medical-surgical patient, the chronically ill, and the elderly. Students receive skills training and hands-on clinical experiences in a healthcare setting. Work-based learning in a healthcare facility is part of the course. Students must maintain American Heart Association's Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) training during this course. Students will take the Virginia Board of Nursing Certified Nurse Aide Certification Exam.

Cosmetology Pathway

COSMETOLOGY I (YEAR-LONG, TWO PERIOD CLASS)

GRADES: 11

Prerequisite(s): PASS THE APPROPRIATE PLACEMENT TESTS

Credit: 3 ELECTIVES

In this introductory course, students study hair, skin, and nails and their related care. Students are grounded in theory as they prepare to practice procedures in a clinical lab setting or classroom, using manikins for manipulative skill practice. The first-year course emphasizes personal safety, professionalism, and sanitation and disinfection of equipment and facilities. Students develop skills in shampooing and conditioning hair, as well as styling and cutting hair. They are introduced to chemical texture services and develop skills in manicure and pedicure procedures. This is a two year program located in the Chase City Estes Center.

COSMETOLOGY II (YEAR-LONG, TWO PERIOD CLASS)

GRADES: 12

Prerequisite(s):SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COSMETOLOGY I

Credits: 3 ELECTIVES

In this continuing course, students build on their theoretical foundation of general sciences and practices in cosmetology to increase proficiency in hair cutting and styling on live models, with attention to MCPS Program of Studies 52 2021-2022 professionalism, client consultation, safety, and infection control. Students are trained in safe chemical processes related to permanent waves, relaxers, lightening, and coloring hair. In addition, students learn to care for skin, hands, and feet, developing experience in providing facials, manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. Students will be introduced to a business management unit with a focus on managing the salon. This is a two year program located in the Chase City Estes Center. Students will need to complete one semester on their own at SVCC to meet the requirements to test for the cosmetology license.

*BOTH COURSES ARE COMBINED FOR A TWO YEAR, TWO PERIOD PROGRAM. STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PURCHASING THEIR COSMETOLOGY KITS.

Teachers for Tomorrow Pathway

INTRODUCTION TO VIRGINIA TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) fosters student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teaching profession and allows secondary students to explore careers in education. Students build a foundation for teaching; learn the history, structure and governance of teaching; apply professional teaching techniques in the VTfT classroom and field experience; and reflect on their teaching experiences. Additional educational leadership opportunities are offered through the student organization, Educators Rising.

VIRGINIA TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW I

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s):APPROVAL OF APPLICATION

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) fosters student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teaching profession and allows secondary students to explore careers in education. Students build a MCPS Program of Studies 50 2021-2022 foundation for teaching; learn the history, structure and governance of teaching; apply professional teaching techniques in the VTfT classroom and field experience; and reflect on their teaching experiences. Additional educational leadership opportunities are offered through the student organization, Educators Rising.

VIRGINIA TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW II

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s):VIRGINIA TEACHERS FOR TOMORROW I

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Students continue to explore careers in the Education and Training Career Cluster and pathways. This course provides the opportunity for students to prepare for careers in education as they research postsecondary options, learn about the process of teacher certification in Virginia, and participate in a practicum experience. Upon successful completion of the course, students may qualify to take the ParaPro Assessment.

Textile and Fashion Careers Pathway

INTRODUCTION TO TEXTILE AND FASHION CAREERS

GRADES: 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Introduction to Fashion Careers students learn what it takes to be successful in fashion by exploring careers within the industry. Instruction focuses on hands-on experiences. Students apply the design process from concept to final product and demonstrate basic fashion design techniques.

FASHION CAREERS I (YEAR-LONG CLASS)

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s):INTRODUCTION TO TEXTILE AND FASHION CAREERS

Credits: 2 ELECTIVES

Students in Fashion Careers I participate in hands-on experiences creating original products while applying design techniques and skills. Work-based learning within the fashion industry is encouraged to provide opportunities for students to develop employability skills.

FASHION CAREERS II (YEAR-LONG CLASS)

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s):FASHION CAREERS I

Credits: 2 ELECTIVES

Fashion Careers II students focus on the advanced technical skills necessary for careers in the fashion industry by continuing to develop skills in illustrating, draping, pattern making, garment construction, MCPS Program of Studies 49 2021-2022 and marketing. Students explore opportunities for work-based learning and entrepreneurship within the fashion industry. Upon successful completion of the course, students may qualify to take the Fashion, Textiles, and Apparel Assessment.

Physical Education Pathway

NUTRITION AND WELLNESS

GRADES 9-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Students enrolled in Nutrition and Wellness focus on understanding wellness, investigating principles of nutrition, using science and technology in food management, ensuring food safety, planning menus and preparing food, and exploring careers in the field of nutrition and wellness. Critical thinking and practical problem solving are emphasized.

SPORT EXERCISE AND HEALTH SCIENCE

GRADE: 11/12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1

This course offers students the opportunity to be active in a blend of traditional and adventure-based activities that challenge the student personally and socially while at the same time having classroom-based opportunities to look at the organizational structures found in the sports industry and the foundations of managerial and leadership concepts. Recreation-based instruction may include learning skills for biking, fishing, archery, geocaching, Frisbee golf, and other non-traditional sports.

SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING

GRADES: 10-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

Students will build on prior knowledge of sports, entertainment, and recreation marketing. This course focuses on the principles of management and planning supported by research, financial, economic, ethical, and legal concepts. Students will be able to plan and execute an event, establish a sports, entertainment, or recreation marketing product/business, and develop a career plan. Academic skills (mathematics, science, English, and history/social science) related to the content are a part of this course. Computer/technology applications supporting the course are studied.

WEIGHT TRAINING I

GRADES: 11-12

Prerequisite(s): NONE

Credit: 1 ELECTIVE

This course focuses on assessment and enhancement of muscle strength and endurance and development of an appropriate personal exercise program. Also, it will explore topics of nutrition, weight management, fitness, exercise activity, and stress management as part of a total wellness program.

WEIGHT TRAINING II

GRADES: 12

Prerequisite(s):WEIGHT TRAINING I

Credits: 1 ELECTIVE

This course focuses on assessment and enhancement of muscle strength and endurance and development of an appropriate personal exercise program. Also, it will explore topics of nutrition, weight management, fitness, exercise activity, and stress management as part of a total wellness program.

DANCE I

GRADES: 9-12

Credits: 1 ELECTIVE

In this Fine Arts course, students are introduced to a basic working knowledge of performance concepts that they can apply to all dance forms. Experiences are based on fundamentals of ballet, modern and jazz dance. This course fulfills the graduation requirement for the Fine Arts elective as it provides instruction in aesthetics, dance history, anatomy, choreographic techniques, and performance components