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The Academy of Life Sciences connects high school students with the world of life sciences, offering a curriculum that covers the different aspects of the Life Sciences industry to include health care, counseling and mental health, Dietician/Nutritionist, Veterinary, and Health Fitness Science.
Academy of Life Sciences Course Descriptions
Foundations of Health Science Honors -Grade 9
This course is designed for students to acquire foundational knowledge pertinent to healthcare professionals. Topics include advancements in healthcare, medical terminology, mathematics used in healthcare, the domains of healthcare, and in-demand healthcare careers. Students will enhance their communication, leadership, and career decision-making skills. English language arts and mathematics are reinforced. Recommended maximum enrollment: 30
CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors
Health Science I- Grade 10
This course focuses on human anatomy, physiology and human body diseases and disorders, and biomedical therapies. Students will learn about health care careers within the context of human body systems. Projects, teamwork, and demonstrations serve as instructional strategies that reinforce the curriculum content. English language arts and science are reinforced in this course. HOSA Future Health Professionals competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Biology is recommended as preparation for this course. Recommended maximum enrollment: 30
CREDIT: 1. TYPE: Honors
Health Science II Honors- Grade 11
This course is designed to help students expand their understanding of financing and trends of health care agencies, fundamentals of wellness, legal and ethical issues, concepts of teamwork, and effective communication. Students will learn health care skills, including current CPR and first aid training. English language arts and science are reinforced in this course. HOSA Future Health Professionals competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. Recommended maximum enrollment: 20
CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors
PREREQUISITE: Health Science I
CCCC Course through CCP program- Grade 12
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