Health Science
HEALTH SCIENCE is a competency-based Career & Technical Education program offered at Milford High School & Applied Technology Center. To earn completer status in this program, students must pass Health Science I & II with a grade of “C” or better. Students are eligible to earn Industry Recognized Credentials or Certification by passing Third-Party exams administered to program completers.
Come learn about human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, CPR basics, safety, First Aid legal and ethical issues within the health fields, prevention, and practical skills for caring for patients of all ages in a variety of settings. Students who have completed 3 semesters of the program will have the opportunity to participate in a 10-week internship at a local healthcare facility in their field of interest. HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) is an integral part of the program. Through HOSA, students develop leadership and teambuilding skills. It encourages both civic and social responsibility. Students involved with HOSA activities can become more involved with the state and national levels and attend the annual leadership conventions.
Health Science I (Std. A) - Course not offered 2023-24
1 Credit Grades 10-12
Students in this course will learn about job opportunities in the health profession and explore career options through research, self-assessment and guest speakers in a variety of healthcare professions. Students will learn about the organization of the human body and the complementarity of structure and functions from chemistry of life, cell and tissues, to several organ systems including integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous. Anatomy labs include some dissection, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Students will be able to perform vision screenings, take vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration), and demonstrate gown-and-gloving technique and proper use of body mechanics.
Contracts for Honors level credit are available and will require students to complete assignments/assessments which have been designed to differentiate the advanced student.
Expectation: Self-Directed Learner
Prerequisite: Completion of Biotechnology or Biology (Standard A or Honors) with a grade of “B” or better or permission of the instructor
**This course will not be offered for the 23-24 school year. It is in the process of being modified for the 24-25 school year.
Health Science II (Std. A)
1 Credit Grades 10-12
Students in Health Science 2 will continue working on advancing the basic skills learned in Health Science 1. Students successfully completing Health Science 2 will demonstrate competencies in accordance with National Health Care Skills Standards and will become certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid & Automated External Defibrillation. Students successfully completing Health Science & Technology I will demonstrate competencies in accordance with National Health Care Skills Standards. Students will become certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid & Automated External Defibrillation. These certifications will be invaluable for those who are interested in a career in the healthcare field such as physician, nurse, physical therapist, dental hygienist, veterinarian, or pharmacist.
Contracts for Honors level credit are available and will require students to complete assignments/assessments which have been designed to differentiate the advanced student.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Health Science I
**23-24 Will be the last year this course will be offered. The Health Science pathway will be modified in 24-25.
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CTE Work Based Learning
1/2 Credit* Grades: 11 - 12
Work-Based Learning (WBL) is to give students enrolled in a CTE program the opportunity to explore careers & develop skills via workplace learning experiences outside the classroom setting. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the world of work, develop skills & attitudes and practice workplace competencies & technical skills needed to be successful in their chosen career path (related to their CTE program). Work Based Learning is a work-based situation which allows a student an opportunity for a real work experience in conjunction with a classroom teacher, a work-site mentor, and a Work Based Learning (WBL) Coordinator. This team will coordinate academic and occupational skills that a student will learn and apply on the job. Classwork is meant to supplement and complement the experience, therefore it is expected that students will attend class when scheduled and complete all work as assigned. Credits will be awarded based on satisfactory evaluations from their site supervisor, participation in seminars, completion of related assignments & the number of verified WBL hours. The student is expected to meet with the Career Development Specialist regularly during TASC.
Requirements: Students are required to meet all pre-employment & employment expectations (including all policies, rules, & regulations). This may include, but is not limited to, aptitude screenings, physicals, background checks, drug screenings, dress code, cell phone policy etc. WBL activities may take place during the school day or outside of school hours, paid and non paid. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 1 year (2 credits) in a CTE program, 2.3 GPA or higher and passed all classes in the semester prior to the WBL experience; excellent attendance and discipline record; the ability to work independently; reliable transportation; and parent/guardian support and approval.
*Credit: based on hours completed (up to 1 credit per semester or summer) |