Instructor: Connie Simmons, RT(R)
Conference: None
Phone: 940-369-4875
Tutorials: By appointment per individual instructor
Course Description
Health Science (One to Two Credits)
(1) The Health Science course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. The course may be taught by different methodologies such as clinical rotation and career preparation learning.
(2) To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should recognize, learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others.
(3) The health science industry is comprised of diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems that function individually and collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care. Students should identify the employment opportunities, technology, and safety requirements of each system. Students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment.
(4) Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities, recognize limitations, and understand the implications of their actions.
Advanced Credit Opportunities
Tech Prep and Advanced Technical Credit opportunities are available through various colleges. (i.e. Grayson County College, Dallas Community Colleges, and North Central Texas College). Please see the Career Counselor at your home campus for details relating to your specific course of study.
Certifications and Licensing
American Heart Association Basic Life Support
Students are kept current on procedures and skills for cardiopulmonary resuscitation per American Heart Association standards. It is required that students purchase the American Heart Association Basic Life Support Student Workbook prior to the class and present proof of purchase to the instructor.
Partnerships
This class has support from the following industry partners: Denton Regional Medical Center and Texas Health Denton
Material & Fees
Text Book: Health Care Science Technology by Kathryn A. Booth
Medical Terminology Workbook 2nd Edition, by Dean Vaughn
Supplemental Material Provided by Instructors
Health Science Requirements along with Health Care Industry partnership requirements and fees:
Purchase and pay the following through the ATC: $109
Lab fee $42.82 Scrubs (red) $26.00
ATC Administration fee $2.75 CPR Classroom Certification $8.00
Med Term Workbook $25.00 Sales Tax $4.43
Costs not covered by Health Science Fees:
Students will also be responsible for the following supplies needed for class: 1.5 inch 3 ring notebook, 5 tab dividers, notebook paper, black pen, and pencils. (Written work will be accepted in black ink only-this is a standard in healthcare). Prior to participating in the BLS course at the ATC, the American Heart Association requires that each student purchase a Basic Life Support Provider Manual. It can be purchased on the American Heart Association Website (www.aha.org) in the form of an ebook or from the Channing-Bete Company at www.channing-bete.com, item number 15-1010. This will be a hard copy that will ship to the student. The book is found at a cost around $13.25. We recommend that students order a hard copy to keep for future reference.
Each student will be required to create a personal professional portfolio. Personal Skills and Knowledge, as well as, successful completion of advanced credit via universities, community college and professional exams will be maintained. This professional documentation will prove to be useful throughout your lifetime.
Grading Policy
Minor Summative Activities 40%
(teacher observation, class discussions, lesson practice, practice homework, instructional questions, initial drafts/attempts, progress checks, checks for understanding, independent practice, daily work)
Major Summative Assessments 60%
(final drafts/attempts, quizzes, tests, exams, projects, performances, common assessments, essays, presentations, portfolios)
The Semester Average is from the average of the two nine week periods (80%) and the final exam (20%).
Grading policy with Reassessment procedures is found on Instructor’s school website.
Daily Activities: You will be required to complete daily activities as assigned by your instructor. Daily activities will include but are not limited to completion of study guides, vocabulary terms, reinforcement sheets and group activities. Homework and medically related summaries will be assigned during some units of study. Daily work that is given in class with time for completion in class will be graded.
Make-Up Work: After an absence, it is the STUDENT’S responsibility to make arrangements for make-up work on the day he/she returns to school. The time line for the student to make-up work is the number of blocks absent plus one block, unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.
Independent Studies: At times you will be required to complete projects that require independent study. Completion of independent studies are self-paced, and ultimately the student’s responsibility.
Professionalism: Due to the nature of this class, you are now regarded as future professionals. Therefore, each nine-week grading period you will receive a grade based upon your ability to act as a professional. You will be given a rubric listing expected behaviors prior to the grading period.
Organizations
NTHS - National Technical Honor Society
Students at the ATC have the opportunity to be a part of the National Honor Society. NTHS goals are to honor student achievement and leadership, promote educational excellence, and enhance career opportunities for the NTHS membership. To be a part of this organization you must meet the following criteria: 1. Student must have a 3.0 GPA. 2. Be a member of an ATC organization. 3. Letter of Recommendation from an instructor. 4. Have good attendance.
HOSA – Health Occupations Students of America
Health Occupations Students of America is a powerful and fun curricular program with student led activities designed to develop future leaders for the health care system. This student organization is endorsed by the United States Department of Education as an integral part of Health Science Technology Education for knowledge, skill and leadership development for students pursuing careers. Students have the opportunity to join HOSA at the ATC or at each individual home campus.
Classroom Expectations and Rules
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT:
· All policies in the STUDENT HANDBOOK will be enforced.
· It is understood that students are responsible for participation and all assignments.
· Students will sit in assigned seats and be held responsible for equipment and furniture at their workstation.
· Be in your seat with needed supplies when tardy bell rings and place backpacks under tables or chairs.
· When leaving class, clean work area and push chair under table.
· No food, drink, or gum will be allowed in the classrooms or lab areas.
· No computer games or outside CDs or disks allowed in computer lab.
· Cell phones are not to be turned on or visible during the school day or during the clinical observation period unless the instructor asks you to use your device for learning opportunities.
INTERNET RULES:
· Students will not enter chat rooms unless specifically authorized by the teacher for classroom use.
· Students will not enter morally questionable areas. (If a student should accidentally encounter an area of which they are unsure, the teacher should be immediately notified to assist in making the decision. This would include, but is not limited to, vulgar language and/or pictures that are in appropriate.)
· Students will not print from Internet except by teacher permission.
· Students will not use the Internet without permission from the teacher.
· Students are not allowed to download from the Internet without permission from the teacher.
· Students will not use e-mail, incoming or outgoing, unless it is specifically for the class and with the teacher's permission.
Scope and Sequence
Units of Study:
· Leadership
· Communication
· Ethical and Legal
· Employability and Professionalism
· Safety and Governmental Regulations
· BLS/AED/First Aid
· Infection Control
· Strategies for the Prevention of Diseases
· Body Systems, Structure, and Function
· Therapeutic and Diagnostic
· Occupationally Specific Knowledge and Skills
Classroom TEKS
§130.204. Health Science (One to Two Credits).
(a) General requirements. This course is recommended for students in Grades 10-12. Recommended prerequisites: Principles of Health Science and Biology.
(b) Introduction.
(1) The Health Science course is designed to provide for the development of advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. The course may be taught by different methodologies such as clinical rotation and career preparation learning.
(2) To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should recognize, learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality health care depends on the ability to work well with others.
(3) The health science industry is comprised of diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems that function individually and collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care. Students should identify the employment opportunities, technology, and safety requirements of each system. Students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment.
(4) Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities, recognize limitations, and understand the implications of their actions.
(c) Knowledge and skills.
(1) The student applies mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies in health science. The student is expected to:
(A) solve mathematical calculations appropriate to situations in a health-related environment;
(B) communicate using medical terminology;
(C) express ideas in writing and develop skills in documentation;
(D) interpret complex technical material related to the health science industry;
(E) summarize biological and chemical processes that maintain homeostasis;
(F) explain the changes in structure and function due to trauma and disease; and
(G) research the global impact of disease prevention and cost containment.
(2) The student displays verbal and non-verbal communication skills. The student is expected to:
(A) demonstrate therapeutic communication appropriate to the situation;
(B) execute verbal and nonverbal skills when communicating with persons with sensory loss and language barriers; and
(C) apply electronic communication with appropriate supervision.
(3) The student analyzes and evaluates communication skills for maintaining healthy relationships throughout the life span. The student is expected to:
(A) evaluate how a healthy relationship influences career goals;
(B) demonstrate communication skills in building and maintaining healthy relationships;
(C) demonstrate strategies for communicating needs, wants, and emotions; and
(D) evaluate the effectiveness of conflict resolution techniques in various situations.
(4) The student relates appropriate information to the proper authority. The student is expected to:
(A) identify and retrieve reportable information; and
(B) report information according to facility policy.
(5) The student identifies documents integrated into the permanent record of the health informatics system. The student is expected to:
(A) describe document formats; and
(B) compile and record data according to regulatory agency policy.
(6) The student describes academic requirements necessary for employment in the health science industry. The student is expected to:
(A) research specific health science careers; and
(B) review employment procedures for a specific health science career.
(7) The student identifies problems and participates in the decision-making process. The student is expected to:
(A) analyze systematic procedures for problem solving;
(B) evaluate the impact of decisions; and
(C) suggest modifications based on decision outcomes.
(8) The student implements the knowledge and skills of a health science professional in the clinical setting. The student is expected to:
(A) comply with specific industry standards related to safety and substance abuse;
(B) model industry expectations of professional conduct such as attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, hygiene, and time management;
(C) articulate comprehension of assignment;
(D) employ medical vocabulary specific to the health-care setting;
(E) perform admission, discharge, and transfer functions in a simulated setting;
(F) demonstrate skills related to activities of daily living in rehabilitative care such as range of motion, positioning, and ambulation according to the health science industry standards, regulatory agency standards, and professional guidelines;
(G) role play techniques used in stressful situations such as trauma, chronic, and terminal illness;
(H) demonstrate first aid, vital signs, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and automated external defibrillator skills in a laboratory setting; and
(I) perform skills specific to a health science professional such as medical assistant, dental assistant, emergency medical technician-basic, phlebotomy technician, and pharmacy technician.
(9) The student evaluates ethical behavioral standards and legal responsibilities. The student is expected to:
(A) research and describe the role of professional associations and regulatory agencies;
(B) examine legal and ethical behavior standards such as Patient Bill of Rights, Advanced Directives, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act;
(C) investigate the legal and ethical ramifications of unacceptable behavior; and
(D) perform within the designated scope of practice.
(10) The student exhibits the leadership skills necessary to function in a democratic society. The student is expected to:
(A) identify leadership skills of health science professionals;
(B) participate in group dynamics; and
(C) integrate consensus-building techniques.
(11) The student maintains a safe environment. The student is expected to:
(A) conform to governmental regulations and guidelines from entities such as the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Food and Drug Administration, and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health;
(B) explain protocol related to hazardous materials and situations such as material safety data sheets;
(C) observe and report unsafe conditions; and
(D) practice recycling and waste management for cost containment and environmental protection.
(12) The student assesses wellness strategies for the prevention of disease. The student is expected to:
(A) research wellness strategies for the prevention of disease;
(B) evaluate positive and negative effects of relationships on physical and emotional health such as peers, family, and friends;
(C) explain the benefits of positive relationships among community health professionals in promoting a healthy community;
(D) examine access to quality health care; and
(E) research alternative health practices and therapies.
Denton ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or disability in providing education or providing access to benefits of education services, activities and program, including vocation programs, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended: Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Inquiries regarding these policies should be directed to the Executive Director of Human Resources (940) 369-0000.