HOSA is an integral part of all Health Science courses. Anatomy and Physiology 1 Credit Prerequisites: Biology and Chemistry Grades 11, 12 Designed for students planning to pursue a health care profession; includes the study of the normal body defenses against disease processes, the effects of abnormal factors on the normal functioning of the body, the comparison of anatomical structures and physiological functions of each body system, and the treatments for system diseases. Diagnostic Medicine 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Designed for students interested in medicine. Includes the study of cardiology, imaging, the medical laboratory, radiology , and other forms of diagnostic medicine. Upon successful completion, students will be able to perform basic medical diagnostic skills. EMS, Emergency Medical Services 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Provides students with the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to give appropriate care when called to help a victim of injury or sudden illness. Designed for students who are interested in a better understanding of emergency medical technicians, paramedics, ER nurses, and other careers associated with emergency management. Forensic Science 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Provides students with an overview of how science is applied to solving crimes. Topics including history of forensic sciences, collecting of evidence, analyzing results, and hands-on applications of many laboratory techniques used in solving crimes and identifying people and future carers. Students will participate in a stayed crime scene to apply knowledge and skills gained. Health Science Education 1 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Includes the study of health careers, career success, leadership development through Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) activities, basic nutrition, diet therapy, safety measures, applications of metric systems, environment/community health, growth, CPR, and first aid. Medical Therapeutics 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Explores career opportunites and issues in health care while focusing on leadership development, anatomy and physiology, medical microbiology, pharmacology, and basic skills. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have basic skills, such as checking blood pressure, and will be certified in the lifesaving techniques of CPR and first aid. Nursing Education 1 Credit Grades 11, 12 Prerequisite: Health Science Education and Medical Therapeutics Parent and Student informational meeting required prior to start of class. Date to be announced. Focuses on the study of dealing with direct bedside nursing care. Includes clinical experience and supervised practice (for selected students) in a long-term care (nursing home) setting. Upon successful completion, the student will be eligible to take the state exam for Certified Nursing Technician (CNT). Rehab Therapy 1 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Designed for students interested in exploring careers associatd with rehabilitation. Includes the study of bones, muscles, joints, and nerves in the human body; correct body alignment; routine range of motion exercises; personal fitness; exercise physiology; or recreational therapy. Also includes information for students interested in speech therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy and athletic training.