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HEALTH SCIENCES
Introduction
The health science program at Rich Township High School offers a unique career training path in the expanding heath care industry. Students can earn a high school diploma while focusing on classes in the health care field. Courses in health science exposes students to the health care field and prepares students to continue their studies beyond high school. Registered nurses are projected to generate about 587,000 new jobs over from 2006-2016 earning a median income of $57,280 according to the bureau of labor statistics.
The Are Three Major Educational Paths to Registered Nursing:
Diploma
Diploma programs, administered in hospitals, last about 3 years. Only about 70 programs offered diplomas. Generally, licensed graduates of any of the three types of educational programs qualify for entry-level positions.
Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)
ADN programs, offered by community and junior colleges, take about 2 to 3 years to complete. About 850 RN programs granted associate degrees.
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN)
BSN programs, offered by colleges and universities, take about 4 years to complete. In 2006, 709 nursing programs offered degrees at the bachelor’s level.
Course Number: HS10
Course Title: Orientation to Health Careers
Prerequisite: Credit Earned in Biology and Chemistry, 11-12
In this one semester course students will learn about health care systems and the various health care careers available, as well as the qualities to be a health care assistant. Medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, health care promotion, and disease prevention will be stresses.
Course Number: HS11
Course Title: Medical Terminology
Prerequisite: Credit Earned in Biology and Chemistry, 11-12
In this one semester course students will have a basic introduction to the use of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on recognition, division, definition, spelling and pronunciation of words parts. Medical terms are discussed in each unit as they pertain to anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology. The intended audience for this course is students who plan to pursue programs of study in the nursing field.
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