1. Course Description
Course Name: Heath ScienceCourse No.:9272 CT
- Required Course or Elective: Required ___Elective X
- Course Length: One Semester: ___ Two Semester: X Other: ___
- Required Prerequisite to course: Principles of Health Science, Biology I and Approval Process
- Prerequisite for what other courses: None
- Textbook, Readings, Materials: Diversified Health Occupations 6th Edition
The Human Body in Health & Disease 5th edition
- School Catalog description and Course Content (as printed in the Klein ISD CTE course catalog at ) :
Grade Placement . . . . . 11-12
Credit ...... 2 Units
Prerequisite ...... Principles of Health Science, Biology I and Approval Process
Past Prereq ...... Health Science Technology , Biology I and Approval Process
This course will provide for the development of multi-occupational knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will observe and assist professional health care personnel in clinical/hospital environments. Students must provide their own transportation to their assigned clinical settings. Students must be CPR certified, have the current Hepatitis B series, and a TB skin test is required. A uniform, name tag, stethoscope and professional liability insurance will be required. This course receives advanced grade points. Advanced Technical Credit and Tech Prep college credit are available through community colleges in Texas.
2. Instructional Philosophy
It is my belief that students who are interested in the medical field are to be held to a high standard. My students will be expected to work diligently to complete and pass the coursework. Students are to be responsible individuals who will respect their fellow classmates and the instructor. Lessons will be taught through lecture, independent work, team assignments, and critical thinking sessions. Evaluation will occur through written exams, class work, projects, quizzes both orally and written, daily participation, clinical rotations, and professional responsibility. Students are encouraged to share their thoughts and ideas without fear and are expected to ask for help when they need it.
3. Course Outline and Topics (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
The following topics will be covered through the year. Some units may be in tandem. This is determined by the start of clinical rotations. Some units might be dropped or shortened.
Unit 1 Leadership/Communication
Unit 2 CPR/AED & First Aid (A $5 fee to get certified. Fee subject to change)
Unit 3 Ethical and Legal
Unit 4 Infection Control
Unit 5 Vital Signs
Unit 6 Safety and Governmental Regulations
Unit 7 Introduction to Willowbrook Methodist/Pharmacology (may have to drop section)
Unit 8 Cardio Review
Unit 9 Endocrine System
Final
Unit 10 Special Senses
Unit 11 Reproductive System
Unit 12 Respiratory System
Unit 13 Urinary System
Unit 14 Nervous System
Unit 15 Integumentary System
Unit 16 Digestive System
Unit 17 Nutrition
Unit 18 Growth & Development/ Pediatrics
Unit 19 Mental Health
Unit 20 Problem Solving and Time Management Unit 21 Job Seeking Skills
4. Grading Scale and Assessment Plan
- Daily Grades: quizzes, vocabulary, text work, class participation (40%)
- Major Grades: exams, projects, and reports (60%) (for health science participation of hospital rotations and following professional responsibility guidelines is a major grade)
****Test and projects will be given on Wednesdays and Fridays.
****Projects are usually done in class so they can be due on any day.
5. Student Expectations
- Students are expected to behave in a mature manner adhering to Klein ISD policies and classroom policies. Conduct is closely monitored. Students are expected to be professional and follow all guidelines and regulations set by MethodistWillowbrookHospital. Failure to abide by these guidelines can result in expulsion from the Health Science program.
- Students will be evaluated through participation, exams, projects class work, and through their professional responsibility guidelines for hospital rotations.
- Students will need to work independently and in teams.
- Students will be expected to complete all class work and achieve passing grades on exams and projects.
- As listed in the course catalog, students will need their own transportation, certain shot series, and specific uniforms (requirements will be given the first day of class).
Attendance: Students are expected to be in class. (Attendance is considered in Health Science. Note: attendance counts twice in this class)
Punctuality: Students are expected to be on time. Tardies will count and will affect your grade.
Class Participation: Students are expected to always be on task
Missed Assignments: It is the students’ responsibility to request any missing assignments
Lab Equipment: Students are expected to take care of any equipment that is used.
Academic Dishonesty: Cheating will not be tolerated. A zero will be given for any student caught cheating. Any zero that is a result from cheating will stand and will not be replaced.
6. Make-Up Policy and Late Work
LATE WORK: All work will be turned in as requested. If work is not turned in at the requested class period it will be considered late and 10 points will be deducted. Furthermore, 10 points may be deducted for each additional day late up to a total of three days. A conference can be set up at the students request to discuss any work that is more than three days late.
EXCUSED ABSENCES
It is the student’s responsibility to request any missing assignments. It is imperative that you ask for your missing assignments the day you return to school. If you do not inquire about your work the day you return, then late point deductions may apply.
If a test or quiz is missed, you will be expected to make up the test or quiz as soon as possible. You must see me and schedule your makeup test or quiz.
If you are absent the day before a test, you will be required to take the test as scheduled.
RETAKES:
A retake must be scheduled with me as soon as possible. It will be given after or before school and it may be a different test. The highest score you can receive is a 75.
TEST CORRECTIONS:
Students will be given half credit for every corrected answer and you will not be able to receive higher than a 75.
Students can do a retake or test correction but will not be able to choose which option they will be given. It is the teacher’s decision as to whether the class will receive a retake or test corrections for a particular unit.
7. Teacher Provided Extra Time/Extra Help (Teacher Tutorial Weekly Schedule):
Monday after school from 2:30-3:10 pm.
The syllabus will be electronically available on the teacher’s website and Blackboard