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Semester 2
in Health Sciences
Biotechnology: Unlocking Nature's Secrets
with Alissa Carravetta
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BIOTECHNOLOGY: UNLOCKING NATURE’S SECRETS
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit Science Credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): Life Unleashed: Bridging Biology & Innovation (formerly Introduction to Biotechnology) or teacher recommendation
Course Description: The fusion of biology and technology creates an amazing process and offers humanity a chance to significantly improve our existence, while simultaneously creating new challenges. In this course, you will build on previous knowledge and learn how this field seeks to cure such deadly diseases as cancer and malaria, develop innovative medicine, and effectively feed the world through improved agricultural systems. Learn about challenges that biotechnology faces today and research new biotechnology to learn how they are changing the world around us!
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Prep
with Alana Blechl
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CNA (CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT) PREP
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Healthcare Explorations
with Alana Blechl
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HEALTHCARE EXPLORATIONS
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course is designed as an exploration of the healthcare career pathways. Students will get an introduction to healthcare careers so that they can better assess which pathway to pursue. In this course, students explore basic concepts in the broad areas of healthcare, as well as career options in each area. Students study the concepts of disease prevention, personal health management, and emergency preparation, in addition to other common health-related functions. Students complete projects to develop a deeper understanding of the roles these healthcare functions play.
Interpersonal Communication
with Stephanie Shaw
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INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit English Credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: In this course, students will pursue a greater understanding and appreciation for cultures of various races, ethnicities, socio-economic classes, and genders by analyzing modern and classic literature. Students will practice using textual references, inferring, and critical thinking. This course continues to focus on applying the three enduring outcomes of: strengthening the ability to read with intent, write with purpose, and speak with clarity.
Medical Terminology
with Craig Lebakken
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit Science Credit
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: This course is designed to provide students with a better understanding and working knowledge of medicine that is required for understanding medical terminology and simplifies the process of learning hundreds of these complex terms. The course helps students understand specialties, pathology, diagnostic techniques, and treatment procedures. The course includes critical thinking exercise scenarios that involve patients and pathology so students can apply their knowledge to the real world. This course utilizes MedCerts, which is a STRIDE supported outside platform.
Nutrition & Wellness
with Maggie Randall
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NUTRITION & WELLNESS *NEW*
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: This half-credit course will introduce the student to an overview of good nutrition principles that are needed for human physical and mental wellness. Discussion of digestion, basic nutrients, weight management, sports and fitness, and life-span nutrition is included. Application to today’s food and eating trends, plus learning to assess for reliable nutrition information is emphasized.
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Psychology
with Colleen Loveless
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PSYCHOLOGY
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit Pathway or Social Studies credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: In this one-semester course, students investigate why human beings think and act as they do. This is an introductory course that broadly covers several areas of psychology. Instructional material presents theories and current research for students to critically evaluate and understand. Each unit introduces terminology, theories, and research that are critical to the understanding of psychology and includes tutorials and interactive exercises. Students learn how to define and use key psychology terms and how to apply psychological principles to their own lives.
Sociology
with Colleen Loveless
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SOCIOLOGY
Course Length: Semester Course
Credit: 0.5 credit Pathway or Social Studies credit
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite(s): None
Course Description: Students explore complex social issues in a variety of social settings—from families and schools to global cultures. Real-world application is the centerpiece of this course, as students complete projects to develop and apply their knowledge.