Health Careers

Course Description

In this course students explore a variety of career options related to the health care field, including medicine, nursing, physical therapy, pharmacy, dental careers, child care, sports medicine, personal training, social work, psychology, and more. Students will learn about various options within each field, what each of these jobs entails, and the education and knowledge required to be successful. In addition, they will focus on basic job skills and information that would aid them in health care and other career paths.

Course Requirements

Grade Level

9-12

Materials

None

Duration

1 Semester

Credit Value

0.5

Prerequisites

None

Major Concepts

Unit 1: Public Health & Support
Unit 2: Medical Careers
Unit 3: Health Services
Unit 4: Social Services & Therapy

Course Syllabus