MedConnect

This course is designed to give students a picture of the variety of careers within the medical field. Students will research and try out the different skills needed to be successful across the industry. Career research will be an ongoing part of the class. Visits to hospitals, clinics and laboratories, as well as guest speakers from various medical fields, will enhance this research.

This introductory course is designed to give an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, environmental and information systems of the health care industry.The course focuses on health careers, exploration, leadership development, ethical and legal responsibilities, the history of health care and the economics of health care. Students will develop a concept of health and wellness from the perspective of a health consumer as well as a health professional.

This course is for students who enjoy physical activity and are interested in learning the science and psychology involved in adopting an active and healthy lifestyle and working in the industry. Students acquire skills in strength training, cardiovascular training, fitness assessment, writing programs, motivation and communication. Students study human anatomy and physiology, energy production, exercise modalities, first aid and CPR skills, and medical terminology.

Students use this knowledge and apply these skills during job shadowing in fitness, sports and research facilities, working with other students and in the classroom.

This is a course for students seriously interested in pursuing health careers. Students gain knowledge and learn skills used in caring for medical patients. Students use this knowledge and apply these skills during internships in health care facilities. Students study a variety of health subjects with an emphasis on student learning through personal experience and preparation for the Nurse Assistant program.