CTE - Health Sciences

Anatomy and Physiology is a course that introduces students to careers in the rewarding medical science field. Students learn the knowledge and skills applicable to many medical occupations. Study topics include: human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease and the immune system, medical care and prevention, medical communication methods, and bioethics. Recommended for the college bound student. DUAL CREDIT: BTC AMA117—4 CREDITS; CPTC CAH102A—2.5 CREDITS; PC BTECH150—5 CREDITS* Credit for Graduation: CTE or Lab Science

Anatomy and Physiology is a course that introduces students to careers in the rewarding medical science field. Students learn the knowledge and skills applicable to many medical occupations. Study topics include: human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease and the immune system, medical care and prevention, medical communication methods, and bioethics. Recommended for the college bound student. DUAL CREDIT: BTC AMA117—4 CREDITS; CPTC CAH102A—2.5 CREDITS; PC BTECH150—5 CREDITS* Credit for Graduation: CTE or Lab Science

This class focuses on the application of the physical, biomedical and social sciences to analyze and evaluate physical evidence, human testimony and criminal suspects. Includes instruction in forensic medicine, anthropology, psychology, pathology, forensic laboratory technology, crime scene analysis, fingerprint technology, document analysis, pattern analysis, examination procedure, applicable law and regulations, and professional standards and ethics. DUAL CREDIT: PC CJ205—5 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: Lab Science/CTE

This class focuses on the application of the physical, biomedical and social sciences to analyze and evaluate physical evidence, human testimony and criminal suspects. Includes instruction in forensic medicine, anthropology, psychology, pathology, forensic laboratory technology, crime scene analysis, fingerprint technology, document analysis, pattern analysis, examination procedure, applicable law and regulations, and professional standards and ethics. DUAL CREDIT: PC CJ205—5 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: Lab Science/CTE
 

A general, introductory, undifferentiated, or joint program in health sciences that prepares individuals for either entry into specialized training programs or for a variety of concentrations in the allied health area. Includes instruction in the basic sciences, research and clinical procedures, and aspects of subject matter related to various health occupations. Graduation Credit: CTE

Learn anatomy, physiology, and the signs, symptoms and prevention disease. Explore medical careers in your areas of interest, as well as in high demand jobs. Learn procedures for patient care including taking blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respirations, as well as feeding, lifting and exercise. Health unit coordination, clinical program computer use, charting and patient documentation are also taught in this program featuring real-world experience with patients. A portion of the year is spent in a supervised clinical experience working with patients. This prepares students for entrance into a college level nursing or medical programs, as well as for certification as a Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant. DUAL CREDIT: CPTC NAC108—5 CREDITS; CPTC NAC 111—2 CREDITS; CPTC NAC114—2 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: CTE

Students play the role of real-life medical detectives as they collect and analyze medical data to diagnose diseases. They learn to apply the experimental design process as they work with teammates to creatively think and problem-solve medical issues through hands-on labs and projects. Like healthcare professionals, students learn how to measure and interpret vital signs, perform dissections, investigate disease outbreaks, and explore how an inner breakdown in the human body can lead to dysfunction. This course is part of the STEM, Health Science, and Human Services Career Clusters and encompasses critical 21st Century Skills transferable to all career pathways.

This CTE course prepares individuals for employment in health and fitness clubs, wellness centers, public and private recreation facilities, hospitals and corporate fitness programs where they will perform a variety of instructional and administrative duties. The topics addressed in this course include anatomy and physiology, fitness techniques, exercise science, personal training, nutrition, and customer service.

This CTE course prepares individuals for employment in health and fitness clubs, wellness centers, public and private recreation facilities, hospitals and corporate fitness programs where they will perform a variety of instructional and administrative duties. The topics addressed in this course include anatomy and physiology, fitness techniques, exercise science, personal training, nutrition, and customer service.

Physical Fitness Technician 2 is a preparatory course for students seeking an advanced understanding on how the body moves and how to move it more effiecently. Students will focus on programming training and getting authentic experiences with the information learned In class. this includes biomechanics, physics related to exercise, error diagnosis and correction, systems of long term programming for individual training goals and more.

Sports Medicine I develops understanding for students in the health sciences using project-and inquiry-based methods to examine the impact of physical activity on human anatomy. Medical case studies will be used to learn the complexities involved in discerning, diagnosing, and treating specific ailments and injuries. The course includes instruction in first aid and emergency care, anatomy and physiology, and applicable professional standards and regulations.

Eligible for .5 Health credit and .5 CTE credit

DUAL CREDIT: PC HSCI228—2 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: CTE

Sports Medicine I develops understanding for students in the health sciences using project-and inquiry-based methods to examine the impact of physical activity on human anatomy. Medical case studies will be used to learn the complexities involved in discerning, diagnosing, and treating specific ailments and injuries. Course includes instruction in first aid and emergency care, anatomy and physiology, and applicable professional standards and regulations.

Eligible for 0.5 Health credit and 0.5 CTE credit

DUAL CREDIT: PC HSCI228—2 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: CTE

Students are required to participate in an after-school internship. Sports Medicine II prepares students to work under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat various sports injuries and associated conditions. Course includes instruction in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of athletic injuries; advanced emergency care; therapeutic exercise; exercise physiology; and personal and community health. Students will engage in a practicum experience and apply their skill and understanding in an authentic, therapeutic environment. Students are required to participate in an after-school internship.

Eligible for a 1.0 Lab Science credit

DUAL CREDIT: PC KINS258—3 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: CTE

Students are required to participate in an after-school internship. Sports Medicine II prepares students to work under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat various sports injuries and associated conditions. Course includes instruction in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of athletic injuries; advanced emergency care; therapeutic exercise; exercise physiology; and personal and community health. Students will engage in a practicum experience and apply their skill and understanding in an authentic, therapeutic environment. Students are required to participate in an after-school internship.

Eligible for a 1.0 Lab Science credit

DUAL CREDIT: PC KINS258—3 CREDITS* Graduation Credit: CTE