Health Science & Technology
Graduation Requirement .50 Credits (Only Health Ed 2 and Intro to Health count towards this credit)
HEALTH EDUCATION 2 (73320)
Consumer Health Education is designed to help students establish patterns of behavior that will assist them in achieving complete health. Complete health is accomplished by having a balance of physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This course will offer students the opportunity to acquire knowledge, incorporate process and life skills, and develop positive attitudes about life.
No Fee 10th, 11th, or 12th Grade 0.5 Health credit
INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE (47110)
This is a year-long course designed to create awareness of career possibilities in health care. Introductory anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, diseases and disorders. This is a fun and entertaining class for those investigating the health field.
Fee $20 10th, 11th, or 12th Grade 0.5 Health credit and 0.5 CTE Credit
INTRODUCTION TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSE – RHS2300 (47270)
Advanced emergency medical information and skills. Possible certifications with ARC (American Red Cross) are: CPR for the professional rescuer, First Responder. Those interested in the medical field, law enforcement, and public safety should consider this course.
Fee: $20 and WSU CE fee 11th or 12th grade 0.5 CTE credit (Semester class)
Concurrent enrollment offered through WSU RHS2300 - 3 credits
ADVANCED HEALTH SCIENCE- HTHS 1110 & 1111 (47480 AND 47482)
Integrated Anatomy and Physiology I & II For students interested in college level Anatomy and Physiology course. This course will fulfill a prerequisite course for WSU – Dental Hygiene, Medical Laboratory, Nursing, Radiologic Science, and Respiratory Therapy Tracks. This course will transfer as an Anatomy and Physiology credit to any University inside and outside the State of Utah, except Utah State University. This course meets the life science (LS) general education learning outcomes for WSU graduation. 2-hour block
Pre-Requisite: C or better in MAP or 21 ACT Score
Fee: $10 per semester and WSU CE fee 11th or 12th grade 2.0 CTE credit
Concurrent enrollment offered through WSU HTHS 1110-4 credits and HTHS 1111 - 4 credits
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY - HTHS1101 (47360)
Prepares students to obtain WSU credit in Medical Terminology. This course focuses on medical terminology and case studies. Prepares students for the health care field by learning advanced medical terminology. This is a great class to take with Medical Anatomy & Physiology. It is recommended that you take Intro to Health Science prior to taking this course.
Fee $10 & WSU CE fee 11th or 12th grade 0.5 CTE credit
Concurrent enrollment offered through WSU HTHS 1101 - 2 credits
EXERCISE SCIENCE/SPORTS MEDICINE – RHS2175 (47350)
Exercise Science/Sports Medicine teaches students components of Exercise Science including detailed anatomy, physiology, exercise injury evaluation, management and rehabilitation. Students will have the opportunity to work alongside a certified athletic trainer. Certification and Skills Test required upon completion of the class.
Fee: $20 and WSU CE fee 11th or 12th grade 1.0 CTE credit
Concurrent enrollment offered through WSU RHS2175 - 3 credits
MEDICAL ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (47380)
Medical Anatomy and Physiology I is a course for students considering a career in health care. It provides students with a study of Health Science Careers including actual clinical experience in a variety of areas. Anatomy, Physiology, basic medical terminology, and disease and disorders are covered during this course. MAP is part of the Health Science Pathway and is a great course to take with Medical Terminology.
Fee: $20 11th, or 12th Grade 1.0 elective credit (or 3rd yr science)
Optional: Concurrent Enrollment Fee: $10 and WSU CE fee 11th or 12th grade 1.0 CTE credit
Concurrent enrollment offered through WSU HTHS1104 - 3 credits
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA) (47315)
The certified nursing assistant (CNA) course is a hands-on entry level nursing course that is state-approved that may lead to a CNA certification. This class is a two-period block.
The class covers a broad range of topics, ranging from how to bathe a patient, to positioning a patient properly. You will learn basic nursing skills such as activities of daily living (ADLs), vital signs, and understanding patient’s rights. The class includes clinical time (24 hours) at a Long Term Care Facility. You will have the opportunity during clinical time to apply the skills you were taught during your lecture and skills training. The certification exam will be taken upon completion of the course. Completion of this course and CNA certification will prepare you for employment in the nursing field and/or higher education. It is recommended to take Medical Terminology prior to the CNA course.
Requirements: Blood pressure cuff and stethoscope, Scrubs