Health Science Academy

• English I
• Algebra I or Geometry
• Biology 
• World History
• Physical Education & Health I
• Spanish I / Spanish II
• Dynamics of Healthcare
• Principles of Biomedical Engineering (PLTW)
• Technology (Integrated throughout all courses) 

• English II
• Geometry or Algebra II
• Chemistry
• US History I
• Physical Education, Health II, and Drivers Education
• Visual & Performing Arts Seminar
• Spanish II

• Medical Terminology

• Medical Interventions (PLTW)

• Technology (Integrated throughout all courses) 

• English III 
• Algebra II, or AP Pre-Calculus
• Physics
• US History II
• Foundations in Personal Finance
• Physical Education & Health III
• Anatomy & Physiology I
• Emergency & Clinical Care
• Technology (Integrated throughout all courses) 

• English IV
• MAT125 Elementary Statistics I
• CHE107 General Chemistry

• PSY101 Intro to Psychology

• PSY207 Developmental Psychology

• CSW100 College Success & Wellness

• Physical Education & Health IV

• BIO104 Anatomy & Physiology II*

• BIO201 Microbiology

• HPE101 Nutrition

• Technology (Integrated throughout all courses)

Grade Level: 9-10 Credits: 5
Principles of Biomedical Science (PBS) is a full-year high school course in the PLTW Biomedical Science Program. This course serves to provide foundational knowledge and skills in fields such as biology, anatomy & physiology, genetics, microbiology, and epidemiology as well as engage students in how this content can be applied to real-world situations, cases, and problems. Through both individual and collaborative team activities, projects, and problems, students will tackle real-world challenges faced by biomedical professionals in the field.  Upon successful completion of this course as well as the requirements outlined in the post-secondary articulation agreement, students may earn dual credit at RIT in PLTW111*

Grade Level: 9        Credits: 5
This course provides an orientation to healthcare services and their delivery. It presents an interdisciplinary perspective, focusing on process skills such as critical thinking, ethical reasoning, effective communication, and ways to continue independent learning throughout life. The course shows how all healthcare providers acquire professional competence in dealing with the issues and problems they face as well as the role they play as informed consumers.  Students are introduced to the fundamental skill and talent of “caring” and explore the unique needs of clients based on age, condition, developmental status, and culture.  Students will “practice” the art of communication as a means to assess these needs.  Students will have the opportunity to earn their OSHA Safety 10 Hour certification in this course.  

Grade Level: 10        Credits: 5
Medical Interventions (MI) allows students to investigate the variety of interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease as they follow the lives of a fictitious family. A “How-To” manual for maintaining overall health and homeostasis in the body, the course will explore how to prevent and fight infection, how to screen and evaluate the code in our DNA, how to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer, and how to prevail when the organs of the body begin to fail.  Upon successful completion of this course as well as the requirements outlined in the post-secondary articulation agreement, students may earn dual credit at RIT in PLTW113*

Grade Level: 10        Credits: 5
Prerequisite: Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in Dynamics of Healthcare.

Medical Terminology is the study of words that pertain to body systems, anatomy, physiology, medical processes and procedures, and a variety of diseases. It provides a specialized language for the healthcare team to communicate in an articulate and concise manner. This course is designed to give the students a comprehensive knowledge of word construction, definition, and use of terms related to all areas of medical science. The course includes but is not limited to terms related to the anatomy of the human body, functions of health and disease, and the use of language in diagnosing and treating conditions related to all of the human body systems. This course replaces the earlier study of Latin and Greek for future healthcare professionals, as it focuses on words used in the medical field. This course serves as an important prerequisite to Anatomy and Physiology. It is useful in preparing students for every career in allied health.  Students will also earn their Blood Borne Pathogens Certification from the American Heart Association in this course. Upon successful completion of this course as well as the requirements outlined in the post-secondary articulation agreement, students may earn dual credit at MCCC in HPE113.

Grade Level: 10        Credits: 2.5

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Dynamics of Healthcare.

Students will be trained to respond to community emergencies through the American Heart Association first aid course. Topics such as bleeding, head injuries, illnesses, trauma, poisoning, behavioral incidents, splinting, substance abuse, skeletal injuries, and motor vehicle accidents will be addressed.  Professionalism and HIPAA law will be emphasized throughout the course.  Guest speakers may be invited to share their experiences and expertise. Throughout this course, the focus will be on understanding many ways that students can make a difference as healthcare providers in their own communities.  Students will be trained in various patient care skills, such as turning and positioning, transfer techniques, wheelchair transport, and bed making.  Students will also earn their BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association in this course and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification through the American Heart Association.  Upon successful completion of this course as well as the requirements outlined in the post-secondary articulation agreement, students may earn dual credit at MCCC in HPE105.

Grade Level: 11        Credits: 5 

Human Anatomy and Physiology is designed for the advanced biology student contemplating a health-related profession. The intent of the course is to provide an in-depth study of the human body with an emphasis on the interrelationships between form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of the organization. The essential principles that will be presented include basic anatomical and directional terminology, principles of cell biology, and a survey of the Integument, Skeletal system, Muscular system, and Nervous system, including the sensory organs. As the course progresses, students will integrate all parts into the whole, reflecting on the unifying theme of homeostasis. An integral part of the course will be the laboratory component, including dissections of varying higher-order species to simulate human anatomy.  Upon successful completion of this course as well as the requirements outlined in the post-secondary articulation agreement, students may earn dual credit at MCCC in BIO103.

Grade Level: 11        Credits: 5

Introduction to Clinical Research is designed to provide students with a basic understanding of what clinical research is and the scientific principles on which it is based. The course starts with a historical perspective on clinical research and then goes on to explore in detail the following topics: purpose and phases of clinical research, clinical trial development and conduct, ethical and regulatory implications, and the roles and responsibilities of all parties involved in clinical research. 

Grade Level: 12        Credits: 5 
Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the structure and function of the human body. This course follows a sequential development of the major body systems in an organized and structured curriculum. The course is designed to give the students a selective overview of human anatomical structure and an analysis of human physiological principles. Labs will
include slide work, dissection of various animals, and studies of the human skeleton. The course will also use computer-simulated dissection.  Students will be required to take this course on the MCCC campus in their senior year.