Healthcare Diagnostics

The Health Science Career Cluster focuses on planning, managing, and providing therapeutic services, diagnostics services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development. To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, communicate effectively, and work well with others.

The Healthcare Diagnostics program of study introduces students to occupations and education opportunities related to performing complex medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This program of study may also include exploration into the opportunities associated with blood laboratories as well as radiologic technology and ultrasound technology.

For students looking to pursue a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification, SISD partners with University Medical Center to allow students to participate in clinical rotations in Lubbock area community clinics. These rotations provide students with hands-on learning experiences in basic diagnostic medicine and patient care.