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This course is designed for students who are interested in exploring, planning and preparing for a career in health care. It applies to all health occupations and settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, physician offices, dental practices, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, and biotechnology research and development labs. The class will help students understand what it takes to develop and maintain the reputation of a health care professional.

342 Clinical Observations .50 Credit Semester 12

Prerequisites: Cumulative and current semester GPA of 2.5 or better (or instructor approval), interest in the health care field, application and reference from Tomah High School Educator, COVID-19 Vaccination, and Influenza Vaccination Highly Recommended: Professional Patient Care NOTE: Student must provide their own transportation This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare field. This course offers the opportunity for the student to observe and discuss careers with local professionals in a variety of clinical settings to help make decisions about their future. Areas may include: V.A. or Tomah Memorial Hospital, labor and delivery, operating room, emergency, radiology, rehabilitation (PTA, OTA, ST), pharmacy, dental, optometry, EMT/paramedic.

343 Medical Terminology .50 Credit Semester 11, 12

Laude Points: THS Laude points will be awarded for successful completion of this course.

In this course you will be studying the principles of medical word building. This course will help the student develop the extensive medical vocabulary used in health care occupations. Students receive a thorough grounding in basic medical terminology through a study of root words, prefixes and suffixes. The study focuses on correct pronunciation, spelling and use of medical terms. Anatomy, physiology, and pathology of disease are discussed yet no previous knowledge of these topics is necessary.

733 Nursing Assistant .50 Credit Semester 11, 12

Laude Points: THS Laude points will be awarded for successful completion of this course. Transcripted Credit: Students who demonstrate a stated proficiency may receive transcripted credit at Western Technical College. Prerequisite: C or better in Biology Highly Recommended: Anatomy & Physiology, Professional Patient Care NOTE: Student can obtain an Industry Recognized Credential during or after completion of this course. NOTE:Interested students should sign up for the CNA course, and they must apply through Western Technical College and be accepted before school begins. Student will need to complete the “Start College Now” application and return to their high school counselorby March 1, 2019. Before being accepted into the CNA class, students must meet WTC program requirements and submit the following (students who submit completed applications on time will be selected based on GPA, teacher reference and previous enrollment in Health Care Academy courses) • WTC Application and application fee • Criminal/Caregiver background check form and fee • Functional Abilities form • Immunization form with 2-step TB test • Required test scores • Other requirements as specified by WTC The Nursing Assistant course is designed to prepare an individual for employment as an entry-level nursing assistant in long-term care settings, hospitals, or adult day care facilities. The program provides training in communication skills, both oral and written, personal care, basic nursing skills, assisting individuals in maintaining independence and promoting rehabilitation, and appropriate interaction with individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The program consists of a combination of classroom and laboratory activities as well as clinical experience in long-term care settings. Students who successfully complete the program, are required to take the Nursing Assistant Registry Exam offered by Headmaster if they desire employment in a federally funded health care facility, that is, a facility that accepts Medicare and Medicaid patients. The exam must be taken within one year of program completion. If the exam is not taken or passed within one year of program completion, the nursing assistant course must be retaken before qualifying to take the exam.

775 School to Work – Health – Certified Nursing Assistant

Maximum .50 Credit per semester 12 Prerequisites: Nursing Assistantand obtain CNA license and concurrent enrollment in either Advanced Health, AP Chemistry, AP Biology or Anatomy/Physiology, Medical Terminology, Professional Patient Care or Clinical Observations. NOTE: Work experience placements will be based on availability of job sites. This opportunity is designed to provide paid work experience and credit for students interested in Health Care. Student workers may be employed in various healthcare settings in the area. Employed students may be scheduled for early dismissal depending on the job requirements and schedule. Students must be on track for graduation during the application process and must remain on track for graduation in order to continue in the work experience program. Students must also maintain a good attendance record at the high school throughout their work experience to continue in the program. Concurrent enrollment in 1 credit worth of related instruction is required.