In this semester-length course, students will develop their knowledge of body systems, body functions, and common human diseases and disorders, in preparation for future health care programs of study. Common medical vocabulary terms as they relate to body systems will be presented at a beginning level. Students will analyze word parts to develop contextual understanding of medical terms, and will develop critical thinking through case studies, experiential learning and the applications of terms and concepts.
Course materials: A variety of online resources
Credit: 0.5
Honors opportunity: No
Prerequisites: Intro to Health Sciences is recommended, but can also be taken concurrently.
Course Descriptions
- Course Information
- -Math Courses
- CORE COURSES
- -Essential Math
- -Beginning Algebra
- -Algebra 1.5 A & B
- -Applied Statistics
- -Sketchpad Geometry A & B
- -Sketchpad Geometry Survey
- -Geometry A & B
- -Algebra 2 A & B
- -Algebra 2 with Statistics A & B
- MATH ELECTIVES
- -Intro to Computer Programming
- -Discrete Mathematics
- -Preparing for Post-Secondary Math
- -Precalculus A & B
- -Calculus A & B (AP)
- -Science Courses
- -Language Arts Courses
- CORE COURSES
- -Essential Language Arts
- -Myths and Legends A & B
- -Explorations in Literature A & B
- -British Literature
- -American Literature Survey A & B
- -American Literature A & B
- -English Survey A & B
- -World Literature A & B
- LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES
- -Journalism
- -Creative Writing
- -Research Learning
- -Effective Writing
- -Social Studies Courses
- -Arts Courses
- -Health/PE Courses
- -World Language Courses
- -Post-Secondary Planning & Community-Based Learning
- CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) COURSES
- -Work Skills
- -Work Experience
- -Intro to Health Sciences
- -Medical Terminology
- CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSES
- -Career and Educational Planning
- -Guided Study
- -Student Leadership
- -Intro to Mouse Squad
- COLLEGE READINESS COURSES
- -Study Skills
- -Online Learning Skills
- -Academic Enrichment Workshops
- -Special Education Courses
- -ELL Courses
