Applied Medical Sciences
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Applied Medical Sciences program explores a variety of health occupations giving students knowledge and core skills necessary for entry level work into health careers.
During the first year, the students will be introduced to current health care settings. They will meet a number of health care professionals. Anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology will be covered. Students will become familiar with basic safety and life saving procedures. The students will master core skills necessary for certification as a nursing assistant (NAC).
Pathway:
Program of Study
ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE APPLIED MEDICAL SCIENCES PROGRAM WILL LEARN:
- Safety skills
- Professional ethics/HIPAA
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Basic patient care skills
- Student and group leadership
- Human relation skills with patients and co-workers
- Human body systems and disorders
- Medical terminology
- Infection control and HIV/Aids training
- Trends & issues in healthcare
- Career opportunities in health care
- CPR and First Aid/AED training - Health Care Provider
- Wellness practices
- Professional portfolio
SECOND YEAR:
Students who are 18 by mid-March may take a course in emergency medical science (EMT basic), and they may earn 6 credits in Medical Terminology from Clark College. There is also an in-depth study of the various areas of health care. In addition, all students will study environmental safety, growth and development, wellness, nutrition, pharmacotherapy, patient advocacy, therapeutic communication, and health care trends.
- EMT training (if qualified)
The student must be 18 years old when this program starts (usually in March) Spring Quarter and must have a B average in AMS II. Selection is determined by the instructor based on the past performance and limited number of available spaces. - Therapeutic communiction with emphasis on serving the global community
- Advanced medical terminology
- Professional portfolio (continued)
PROGRAM BENEFITS:
- 3 High School credits per year
- Competency Certificate
- Leadership opportunities
- Entry level job skills
- Preparation for next level of education/training
- Opportunities for many scholarships
- Possible cross-credit with sending school approval (health, science)
- Articulation with Clark College
- Caregiving Certification
- Nurse Delegation
PREREQUISITES:
- Science class ("C" or better)
- Enjoy working with people in a professional environment
- Ability to pass WA State Patrol background check
- Ability to read, write and speak English
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
- Nursing Assistant
- Entry-level positions in health/medical industry
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Respiratory Technician
- Pharmacy Technician
- X-ray Technician
- Athletic Trainer
- Registered Nurse
- Pre-Med
- Caregiver Certification
- Nurse Delegation