Health Sciences

Skills Today! Impact Tomorrow! Your future in healthcare starts HERE!

Are you thinking about a career where you can truly make a difference in people's lives? Curious about medicine, nursing, physical therapy, veterinary care, or other dynamic health fields? 

Get ready for real hands-on learning, not just textbook reading. In our dedicated classroom lab and out in the community through work-based learning and clinical experiences, students practice essential skills that healthcare professionals use every day. You'll master CPR and First Aid (yes, you'll earn certifications!), practice taking vital signs, understand medical equipment, and work through realistic patient scenarios.

Throughout the program, the focus is on building both knowledge and confidence. Students have the chance to:

• Gain essential hands-on training and earn foundational certifications like CPR, First Aid, OSHA, and HIPAA.
• Prepare for roles/certifications: 
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Patient Care Technician (PCT)
  • Medical Assistant (MA), and more
• Gain potential college credits through articulation agreements with LSSU, BMCC, and others before graduating high school!
• Join our HOSA - Future Health Professionals chapter to build leadership skills, compete, and connect.
• Fulfill math or science credits for graduation.

This program is designed to open students' eyes to the vast possibilities in healthcare and help them find their path. It explores careers like:

• Physician / Physician Assistant
• Nurse (RN, LPN, NP)
• Physical Therapist / Occupational Therapist / Aide
• Radiology Technician
• Medical Laboratory Assistant / Technician
• Pharmacy Technician
• Veterinary Assistant / Technician
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Patient Care Technician (PCT)
• Medical Assistant (MA)
• Dietitian / Dietary Assistant
• ...and many more!

To get students ready, they'll dive deep into essential knowledge, including:

• Anatomy & Physiology (How the amazing human body works!)
• Medical Terminology (Learning the language of healthcare!)
• Body Systems & Common Diseases
• Hands-On Patient Care Skills
• Safety Procedures (OSHA) & Infection Control
• Medical Ethics & Legal Responsibilities
• Nutrition & Wellness
• Emergency Procedures (First Aid, CPR, Stop the Bleed)

The program builds student skills progressively, leading to more advanced training and real-world clinical opportunities with program advancement. The goal is to prepare students with the skills, knowledge, and professionalism needed for success after high school.

Ready to take the first step towards an incredible future?