Ms. Maggie Jackson, Instructor

What is Health Science?

Health Science is a full one-year Career and Technical Education course for programs of study in health science. This course will provide knowledge and skills for students who are interested in careers that are in the healthcare industry. 

Students will explore the services, structure, and professions of the healthcare system. Health Science students will receive guidance on choosing a specific career path.

The Health Science program focuses on day-to-day skills and expectations for health professionals, which include promoting wellness, maintaining a safe environment, creating medical records, practicing proficient communication skills, collaboration, and leadership. In addition, students will expand their understanding of health and safety systems, how to address emergency situations, and deal with infection control issues. Students will also explore topics in medical science, terminology, procedures, and regulations - including an overview of anatomy/physiology and medical measurements.

Using real-life scenarios and application-driven activities, students learn the responsibilities and challenges of being health care professionals and deepen their knowledge of various career options. In addition to building their understanding of technical concepts and skills, students can evaluate the qualifications required for specific careers and develop personal career plans to pursue work in the healthcare industry. Thus, this extends their knowledge of oral and written communication in health science.

This course is built to state and national standards.

Students will work toward the State of Missouri Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) exam. Only students who complete the state requirements (passing 3 unmodified tests with an 80% or better and completing 100 clinical hours) will qualify for taking the State CNA exam. 

Students enrolled in this class are expected to seek employment as a CNA or in a related area of the health field or continue on to higher education in the Health Science field after graduation.