Health Science Foundations-Grade 10
Duration
10 Months
Prerequisites
Student Must Have Completed Grade 9
Requirements
None
Course Summary
This course is designed to provide the student with in-depth knowledge of the health care system and introduce them to various occupations in the field. Students will explore the educational requirements, licenses, and certifications for careers at multiple levels within the health care system. Throughout this course, students will learn what it means to have a healthy lifestyle, how to prevent disease and illness and what their responsibilities are as a patient and a future employee in the health care system. They will learn everything from applying for a job to ensuring the soft skills needed to excel in their career.
MAJOR TOPICS AND CONCEPTS
Semester 1
- Healthcare foundations
- Professional communication
- Law and ethics
Semester 2
- Science and Medical technology
- Health advocacy and wellness
- Safety and emergency responses