Co-sponsored by:

Wisconsin Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) – North Central and South Central AHEC

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) – Health Science Education

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point – School of Health Care Professions

Event Description

Are you ready to take your delivery of Health Science Education to the next level? In this training, you will develop a deeper understanding of various healthcare professions and the knowledge necessary for your students to be prepared for the healthcare workforce. Hear from professionals in the field as they share how academic foundations, communication, legal responsibilities, ethics, safety practices, health maintenance practices and information technology are connected to their practice. No doubt the knowledge and skills gained from this training will help you to prepare and support the next generation of healthcare professionals!

Purpose/Rationale:

Professional development training related to healthcare knowledge and skills is limited to middle and high school educators wanting to expand their ability to deliver robust and experiential learning opportunities for their students whom have a strong desire to explore the Health Science Career Pathways. At a time when healthcare is rapidly changing it is essential educators have the knowledge and skills needed to help support students in college and career preparedness.

Academy Learning Objectives:

Educators will...

• obtain information and strategies to prepare students for the healthcare workforce.
• explore a variety of health professions to gain understanding of career characteristics and skills.
• examine the communication and health literacy challenges facing the healthcare industry.
• identify the legal responsibilities and ethical practices required of the healthcare workforce.
• apply safety and health maintenance practices required of the healthcare workforce.
• determine how information technology affects the healthcare system.