Program Overview

Our Health Science program supports students in developing the knowledge and skills needed for a career in healthcare. Students begin by learning about careers in health science, covering Therapeutic, Diagnostic, Health Informatics, Support Services, and Biotechnology.  They additionally learn about body systems and infection control, becoming more comfortable with medical terminology.  In the spring semester, students focus on safety, including CPR, personal protective equipment (PPE), body mechanics, and workplace hazards.

In their 2nd and 3rd years in the program, students learn about medical ethics and continue to build knowledge and skills related to patient care in preparation for their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam.  In the spring, students participate in a six-week hospital rotation with the opportunity to shadow staff across several hospital departments.  In Year 3, students have the option to add an additional certification as an EKG Technician. 

Upon completion of the program, students are ready to begin their careers in hospitals and clinics or to pursue post-secondary education in the healthcare field.

Course Sequence

Year 1, Semester 1: Principles of Health Science

Year 1, Semester 2: Health Science Theory

Year 2: Practicum I in Health Science

Year 3: Practicum II in Health Science and/or Career Preparation

Certifications

Year 1: Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED

Year 2 or 3 Students in their Senior Year: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Year 3: EKG Technician