Principles of Health Science Syllabus
Mrs. Sharon Massey, RN - Room B102
Conference Period- 5th period (12:11 – 12:59)
(preferred method of contact)
512-756-6193 ext. 2468
Tutorials: Tuesday –Friday mornings and after school by appointment
Website: http://bhs.burnetcisd.net/apps/staff/
Welcome!
The healthcare field industry is truly the place to be! Analysts predict by 2020 there will be a need for nearly 3.2 million healthcare professionals. I am very excited to have you in my class and look forward to introducing each of you to the exciting and rewarding field of healthcare!!
Health Science Technology is a 3-year coherent sequence course of study designed to accommodate the student interested in a career in the healthcare field.
Course Description: Principles of Health Science provides an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry. Students will develop health specific knowledge and skills in effective communication, ethical and legal responsibilities, patient care, safety, first aid and CPR, health career and educational research, teamwork and leadership responsibilities, and body systems. This course helps to prepare the student for transition to clinical or work based experiences in health care.
General Requirements: This course is intended for 10th - 12th grade students. Students must complete this course in order to apply for the Health Science Theory and Clinical course their junior or senior year. The Health Science Theory and Clinical course is highly competitive; grades, attendance, and behavior are all reviewed for potential applicants.
Course Topics: (Include but not limited to the following)
- Health Care Systems
- History of Health Care
- Personal Qualities of a Health Care Worker
- Careers in Health Care
- Leadership/Teamwork/Problem Solving
- Cultural Diversity
- Human Growth and Development including Death & Dying
- Nutrition and Wellness
- Legal and Ethical Responsibilities/Patient’s Rights
- Promotion of Safety/Body Mechanics/Fire Safety
- Infection Control/Standard Precautions
- Basic Medical Terminology/Medical Math
- Intro to Anatomy and Physiology
- Vital Signs/First Aid and CPR
Supplies:
1. 2-inch 3 ring binder and Spiral notebook
2. Dividers for notebook
3. Writing utensils (pencils and pens, blue or black ink only)
4. Materials for posters or presentations as needed
Classroom Expectations:
1. Be in your assigned seat and working on the assigned bell work when the tardy bell rings.
2. Follow directions the first time they are given.
3. Do not get out of your assigned seat without permission.
4. Treat each person in this classroom with dignity and respect.
5. Follow all procedures and policies outlined in the BHS Student Handbook.
Tardy:
I will follow Burnet High School’s tardy policy.
Classroom Discipline:
1. I follow and enforce all rules outlined in the BHS Handbook.
2. A verbal reminder to the student is the first method to address issues regarding not following classroom rules and guidelines.
3. Second, an action plan, parental contact and detention will be given if concerns are still present after talking with the student.
4. Finally, a Disciplinary Referral will be given if concerns are still present.
5. Violation of some school rules will result in an immediate referral to the office.
Cell Phone Policy:
No cell phones unless specifically used for assignments with permission from teacher. Only to be used for the specific assignment, any other use will result in immediate confiscation of phone per school policy.
1st offense- turned into A.P. office and parent notified.
2nd offense – turned into A.P.office, $15.00 fee and parent required to pick-up phone
3rd offense – turned into A.P. office, $15.00 fee, parent required to pick-up phone and other consequences begin at this point (ASD, ISS, etc.)
Grading Policy:
Daily Work – (items such as quizzes, assignments, etc.) (50%)
Major Grades – (Tests, projects, etc.) (50%)
Assignments:
Assignments are an important element of education. Assignments solidify current knowledge and skills as well as provide an environment to develop new and different ideas and strategies.
Completion of assignments is not a necessary evil but a road to personal success.
I know that students can achieve personal success; therefore I expect them to complete their assignments. Completion of assignments will require effort during class as well as outside of the classroom.
Important: Save notes, handouts, etc. from all HST classes as we will build upon the previous knowledge obtained.
Late work: late work is defined as any work not turned in on the class day it is due (not including make-up work due to absence). Late work will be deducted 10 points for each day late.
Healthcare is a highly responsible profession and learning to keep up with assignments and due dates is one of the first steps in responsibility. All due dates will be listed on the board and my website.
Make-up work - make-up work is defined as missing work due to an absence. If the student is absent due to illness or school related activity (such as a sporting event), it is the student’s responsibility to find out what work they missed on their first day back to school. Remember, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain missing assignments from me and turn them in according to the following timeline: 1 day absence – day following return to school, 2 day absence – 2 days after return to school, etc.
Make-up Work not completed within the above timeline will follow the late work policy listed above. Reminder – please let me know of any extenuating circumstances so we can work together to help you/your student be successful in this course.
Academic Dishonesty: Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Examples of academic dishonesty can include plagiarism (on a test, homework or class assignment), cheating, and collusion. Students that provide information to another student in a dishonest way are just as guilty of academic dishonesty as the student who receives the information; both students will receive the same grading penalty. Cheating on an assignment or test will result in a zero being recorded for that assignment or test. Academic dishonesty is an automatic referral and will be subject to additional disciplinary measures.
Web Site: I have a web site located within the BHS page where you will find important information about what is happening in our classroom. This is my main source of information to you as a student or parent. Please subscribe to my teacher webpage and you will be notified of any changes or updates such as upcoming assignments, tests, important dates, etc.
Student Organization:
All Health Science students are strongly encouraged to join and participate in Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA). HOSA activities help students develop leadership and health care related skills in addition to providing an opportunity to meet students with similar interests. HOSA has different meetings and competitions available to students on the district, state, and national levels. In addition to providing fun filled activities, it may be helpful to know that most colleges and employers now look for this type of activity on applications or resumes. Any student with an interest in healthcare is eligible to participate in HOSA.