Nursing Cluster

ORIENTATION  LEVEL  COURSES

 H100 Orientation to Health Occupations I

Course length: 1 semester

Course credit: .5

Grade level: 9, 10

This course includes classroom and community – based activities.  The main purpose of this course is to assist students in further development of their self – concept and in matching personal abilities to a tentative career choice.  The course content will provide in – depth information into health careers, the occupational and educational opportunities, and the educational and attitudinal requirements.  The units of instruction include;

            Introduction to Health Occupations

            Personal and Social Skills

            Self – esteem and Understanding

            Interpersonal Relationships

            Personal Appearance and Behavior

            Communications

            Problem Solving

            Leadership Development (student organization HOSA)

            Health Career Information and Decision – making

            Computer Literacy

            Applied Math

            Study Skills (generalizable skills)

            Employability Skills

Methodology to present course content involves community resources, films, field trips, and other relevant methods.

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 H200 Orientation to Health Occupations II

Course length: 1 year

Course credit: 1

Grade level: 10

This course should include classroom and community – based activities and a core of knowledge related to many of the occupations within the health field.  This core of knowledge will develop the student’s cognitive and affective skills in formulating a strong foundation for entry – level skill development.  Observation of occupational related activities and hands – on experiences are an integral part of the course.  Units of instruction correlated with activities could be;

            History of Health and Medical Events

            Psychology of Illness

            Wellness Concept

            Microorganisms

            Nutrition and Special Dietary Needs

            Body Systems

            Common Diseases

            Safety Standards

            Life Stages

            Medical Terminology (interspersed through each unit)

Methods utilized in presentation would be varied according to the instructor’s innovation and available resources.

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 H201 Orientation to Health Occupations Independent Study

Course length: 1 semester

Course credit: .5

Grade level: 9, 10

Because of scheduling problems in many schools, it is difficult, if not impossible, for ninth and tenth graders to enroll in a conventional classroom subject that helps them become directed towards the various careers in health occupations.  Therefore, Orientation to Health Occupations Independent Study provides the student with an opportunity to work independently and receive credit for their work.  Credit is earned by completing an approved plan of independent study in health occupations.  Students may repeat this course for additional credit provided that an additional approved plan of study shows completion of additional knowledge and skills.  Students interested in a health career and independent study should consult with the guidance counselor for more information and development of a plan for independent study.

                                                                                                                        6/25/2004