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CAREER FOCUS MEDICAL

O728
Through these courses, students will explore post-secondary college and career options. Students will learn the requirements
and opportunities for post-secondary education and develop a personal career/life plan while learning valuable foundation
skills that will benefit them throughout their school and working life.
FOUNDATIONS IN HEALTH SCIENCE
O601 *

In this course, students will explore 17 healthcare areas where they demonstrate competency as they do the “work” of
healthcare professionals. This course is designed to be a career survey and lab in order for students to find the health career
where they have the most interest and aptitude. Students will use digitized video, text references, written references,
experiments, electronic journal, open-ended design briefs, and student guidebooks to enhance their understanding of each of
the 17 areas of study. Each of the 17 units will include integrated career explorations, labs, and work-related experience.
Foundations in Health Science is UC approved as a “G” Elective.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER
O796

CTE/PUBLIC SERVICE SECTOR in personal and interpersonal skills, employment literacy and industry focus will prepare students for the workplace. Completion
This class will teach students to provide immediate care to an ill or injured person and train them to assist emergency medical
service (EMS) providers. Instructional content area skills include the history of health care, EMS overview, CPR and first aid
skills, patient assessment, legal and ethical issues, triage and emergency responsibilities. Essential employability skill instruction
of this class will provide a strong background useful in lifeguard positions, fire service, sports medicine, ski patrol, medical
facilities and in preparation for the Emergency Medical Technician class.
MEDICAL CORE
O806 *

This course introduces students to diverse occupations in the medical/health field and to standards required of workers in the
field. Medical Core includes instruction in the ethical and legal responsibilities of the health care worker, safety, medical
terminology, human anatomy and physiology, body systems and mechanics, standard precautions and health and fitness. Also
included are health care delivery systems, regulatory agencies, research, current technology, and socio-economic issues
affecting health care. Students explore career opportunities in therapeutic, diagnostic, and supportive areas. Students gain
practical hands-on experience in Vital Signs, Emergency Medical Care, First Aid and CPR. This course includes National
Healthcare Foundation Standards and is UC approved as a “G” Elective.
FIRE SCIENCE

O922
In the Fire Science course, students will learn the history of the Fire Service and how it shapes present fire service policy and
procedure. Students will learn manipulative skills including ladders, self-contained breathing apparatus, rescue techniques,
ropes and knots, and hose evolutions. Essential employment skills include personal, interpersonal and communication skills.
Students are encouraged to continue study in the ROP Fire Service class.
FIRE TECHNOLOGY

O920
In the Fire Service course, students will learn present trends in the fire service. Students will learn how to obtain employment in
fire suppression, fire prevention careers, and emergency communications. Students will learn manipulative skills including hose
evaluations, rescue techniques, ventilation and ladders. Essential employment skills include written test preparation, oral
interview, and physical fitness manipulative tests. Students are encouraged to continue study in a Fire Science program through
a local community college. College credit is awarded for successful completion of the Fire Service Course.

KEY * meets UC approval for “A-G” ^ meets course requirements for NCAA
An “E” at the end of the course number indicates that the class is offered online through Virtual Learning