Sports and Health Sciences
A career-based preparatory course in which students follow a rigorous one-year curriculum designed for delivery in a medical team format. Certification of students in first aid and CPR, the exploration of medical careers and the competencies associated with those careers will be the core focus.
Curriculum specifically covers Health care planning, medical research, medical professional shadowing, medical office protocols, electronic record keeping, healthcare system philosophy, management structures and components. Instruction will also focus on blood borne pathogen prevention standards, anatomy and physiology, decision making skills based on scenarios, and decisions about pathology. Students will gain practical experience in treatment of common sports injuries, injury prevention and diagnosis, and the philosophies of treating athletes.
Length |
Full Year |
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Open to: |
11-12 Grades |
Credit |
Occupational Education/Science |
Prerequisites: |
Pass inquiry 10 Science with a "C" or better. Strong interest in health careers. |
Homework |
3-5 hours per week |
Tech Prep |
Renton Tech 8 credits Medical terminology, Healthcare overview, Blood-borne pathogen training. Highline 3 credits Medical terminology and healthcare overview
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