Description: Health Science students study the skills common to specific health-career topics and study medical terminology, basic anatomy/physiology, disease processes, infection control, and components for wellness and healthy lifestyle. In addition, students study the role of the healthcare worker, effective communication skills, and the legal and ethical standards within the healthcare industry. Second-year students will be placed in an actual clinical setting where they are prepared for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or work toward a Central Service Technician certificate that focuses on Surgical Instrumentation. Students participate in a variety of other experiences such as nursing, lab testing, obstetrics, imaging, physical therapy, surgery, medical offices or extended care.
| 1st Year Courses: | |
| 7168 Principles of Health (PRIN HLCR) | |
| 5274 Medical Terminology (MED TERMS) | |
| 7166 Healthcare Specialist: CNA (HC SPEC CNA) |
Dual Credits: Ivy Tech Sellersburg (44) CT
First Year Credits: HLHS 100, HLHS 101, HLHS 107, HLHS 113, HLHS 104 = 14.5 Potential Dual Credits
Certifications: CNA Certification, Dementia Care, CPR
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Career Opportunities
Nurse, Medical Assistant, X-Ray Technician, CST Tech
Instructors –
Jennifer Lewis – jlewis@nafcs.org
Amanda Gulley – agulley@nafcs.org
Sophia Stewart – cstewart@nafcs.org
Penne Reed – preed@nafcs.org