To prepare California High School students for the Health Care Professions through:

 Use of current technology

 Practical, hands-on experience

 Teaching adaptability to change

 The practice of quality patient care

 Academic preparation for post-secondary and collegiate education

For over 18 years the Health Academy has offered students hands-on career preparation embedded in a strong college-preparatory high school education.

Although the Career Academies begin in the sophomore year to allow students an opportunity to acclimate to high school, all freshmen attend an assembly in the January that will introduce them to the various academies on campus.  Be sure to stop by the Health Academy table to get the information you'll need and set up an interview.  Class selections are made in February.

Students will become familiar with the functions of the Health Academy in general. You'll enjoy educational fieldtrip experiences. All students will be enrolled in Medical Core, taught by Mrs. Demerjian. In this class, students learn basic anatomy and physiology and foundational medical terminology while exploring a variety of health-related careers and essential skills.  You'll also have the exciting opportunity to job shadow at a local medical facility.

Juniors take the Emergency Medical Responder class which teaches them skills that they might need in a medical emergency outside of a hospital setting, including CPR and advanced first aid skill. This class also prepares students for courses leading to certification as EMTs and paramedics. Students enjoy fieldtrips, family team days, HOSA Leadership Conferences & Competitions and are assigned professional mentors to help them navigate a pathway to their chosen career. 

Seniors will have the following course options: Sports Medicine, Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification Program and Dental Assisting (held off campus and after school).  Fieldtrips to colleges help our seniors realize and plan for life after high school.  You'll participate in our annual Pinning and Medal Ceremony where we recognize our student's success.