Health Science

Grade 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students will examine human development across the lifespan with emphasis on research, theoretical perspectives, and common developmental milestones. This course covers material generally taught in a postsecondary introductory developmental psychology or human development course. Prerequisite: None

Instructional Practices (Teaching and Coaching)

PRED1A/B

Grade 11-12, 2 credits, On-Level weighted GPA Students will explore the teaching profession in class and in an elementary or middle school internship. Students will study child and adolescent development as it applies to the classroom as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Personal Transportation Required. Prerequisite: Human Growth and Development (concurrent enrollment allowed) and program qualification form

Practicum in Education and Training (Teaching and Coaching II)

PRED2A/B

Grade 12, 2 credits, On-Level weighted GPA Students practice planning and directing instruction and complete other responsibilities of classroom teachers. Students work under joint supervision of the high school teacher and elementary or middle school teachers. Personal Transportation Required. Prerequisite: Instructional Practices and program qualification form

Health Science

Healthcare Diagnostics, Healthcare Therapeutic, and Exercise Science

Principles of Health Science

PRHSCA/B

Grade 9-11, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Principles of Health Science provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems of the healthcare industry. This course is articulated with Collin College. Fees for CPR may be required. Prerequisite: None

Principles of Exercise Science and Wellness

PREXSA/B

Grades 9-10, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA The Principles of Exercise Science and Wellness course provides an overview of the knowledge and skills that assist patients with maintaining physical, mental, and emotional health. Students learn techniques to help patients recover from injury, illness, and disease. Prerequisite: None

Grades 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Students will gain an understanding of body mechanics, anatomy and physiological functions of the skeletal and muscular systems, how to treat common sports injuries, the history of kinesiology, and the psychological impact of sports and athletic performance. Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Exercise Science and Wellness

Kinesiology II

KINE2A/B

Grades 11-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA The Kinesiology II course is designed to provide students an advanced level of knowledge, skills, and understanding of body composition and the effect on health, nutritional needs of physically active individuals, qualitative biomechanics, application of therapeutic modalities, appropriate rehabilitation services, and aerobic training intensity programs. Recommended Prerequisite: Kinesiology I

Medical Terminology

MEDITA/B

Grade 10-12, 1 credit, On-Level weighted GPA Medical Terminology is designed to introduce students to the structure of medical terms, to include prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, singular and plural forms, medical abbreviations and acronyms. This course allows students to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures, human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology. Prerequisite: None

Dual Credit Medical Terminology

1st Semester Dual Credit Medical Terminology I

MEDTDC

(HITT 1305) Grade 10-12, 0.5 credit, AP/DC weighted GPA, 3 College Hours This is the study of medical terms through word origin and structure with an introduction to abbreviations and symbols, surgical and diagnostic procedures, and medical specialties.. Prerequisite: College acceptance and registration required

2nd Semester Dual Credit Pathophysiology

PATHOD

(HPRS 2301) Grade 10-12, 0.5 credit, AP/DC weighted GPA, 3 College Hours This is the study of the pathology and general health management of diseases and injuries across the lifespan. Topics include etiology, symptoms, and the physical and psychological reactions to diseases and injuries. Prerequisite: College acceptance and registration required

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, Honors weighted GPA In Anatomy and Physiology, students conduct laboratory and field investigations and make informed decisions using critical thinking and scientific problem solving. Students study a variety of topics, including the structure and function of the human body and the interaction of body systems for maintaining homeostasis. This is a science credit course. Prerequisite: Biology

Health Science Theory

HSTHEA/B

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, On-Level GPA This course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. Students are expected to learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, communicate effectively and employ professional integrity. Topics covered in this class will include, but not limited to, CPR & First Aid certification, safety guidelines, infection control, ethics/confidentiality/HIPAA, communication, vital signs, disease prevention, nutrition/wellness, anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, pathology, occupationally specific skills, and employability skills/professionalism. Prerequisite: Medical Terminology

Health Science Theory and Clinical

HSTHSA/B

Certified Nurse Assistant Grade 11-12, 2 credits, AP/DC Weighted GPA Health Science Theory and Clinical provides for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences and exposure to different methodologies such as clinical rotations and career preparation learning. After successfully completing the required hours and grades, the student will take the Certified Nurse Assistant state exam. Fall =NURA 1301 (Certified Nurse Aide), HPRS 1303 (End of Life Issues) Spring = NURA 1160 (Clinical – Nurse Aide), HPRS 2310 (Basic Health Skills II – aka “PersonAbility ”) Fees for uniforms, insurance and testing are required for this course. Students must provide their own transportation to and from clinical locations. Prerequisite: Principles of Health Science, program qualification form, interview, college acceptance, and registration required

Health Science Theory and Clinical

HSTELA/B

Electrocardiography (Dual Credit)

Grade 11-12, 2 credits, AP/DC Weighted GPA Semester 1 DSAE 2303 Cardiovascular Concepts, DSAE 1340 Diagnostic Electrocardiography Semester 2 DSAE 1315 Principles of Adult Electrocardiography, HPRS 1160 Clinical Prerequisite: Principles of Health Science, program qualification form, interview, college acceptance, and registration required

Grade 11-12, 1 credit, Honors weighted GPA Students study disease processes and how humans are affected. Emphasis is placed on prevention and treatment of disease. Students will differentiate between normal and abnormal physiology. This course counts as a 4th science credit. Prerequisite: Biology, Chemistry Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment: Anatomy and Physiology

Practicum in Health Science Patient Care Technician (Dual Credit)

EKG00A/B

Grade 12, 2 credits, AP/DC weighted GPA, 8 College Hours The Patient Care Technician (PCT) Health Science Practicum is designed to provide students with opportunities for practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. Students will study EKG and phlebotomy principles in preparation for certification as a Patient Care Tech (PCT). Fees for uniforms, insurance and testing will be required. Students must provide their own transportation to and from clinical locations. DSAE 1340 - 3 hours, ECRD 1111 - 1 hour, PLAB 1323 - 3 hours, Prerequisite: CNA, program qualification form, interview, college acceptance, and registration required

Practicum in Health Science Rehabilitation Aide (Dual Credit)

REHABA/B

Grade 11-12, 2 credits, AP/DC weighted GPA, 11 college hours HPRS 2232 Healthcare Communication, PTHA 1409 Introduction to Physical Therapy, PTHA 1431 Functional Anatomy, PTHA 1160 Clinical Experience Prerequisite: Health science, program qualification form, interview, college acceptance and registration required

Emergency Medical Technician (Dual Credit)

EMTDCA/B

Grade 12, 2 credits, AP/DC weighted GPA, 9 college hours EMSP 1371 - Introduction to Emergency Medical Technician, EMSP 1501 - Emergency Medical Technician, EMSP 1160 - Clinical rotations EMT Basic Prerequisite: Health science, program qualification form, interview, college acceptance and registration required

Pharmacology

PHARMA/B

Grade 12, 1 credit, Honors weighted GPA This course is designed to study how natural and synthetic chemical agents such as drugs affect biological systems. Students will take the Pharmacy Tech exam. Fee required. Recommended prerequisite: Principles of Health Science or Medical Terminology and program qualification form