HEALTH TECHNOLOGY/MEDICAL SCIENCE

PROGRAM PROFILE

This award-winning program is offered in partnership with Bay Regional Medical Center and is recommended for the highly-motivated academic student interested in pursuing a career in the medial profession. Students have the opportunity to select from 40 unique medical mentorships in which students partner with local medical professionals to explore their career interests. Students are exposed to leading-edge health careers and medical procedures., field trips, tours of medical facilities, and a variety of professional guest speakers. A second year of study is available in selected areas for students interested in an in-depth study of a specific health care field. Students that have successfully completed a Certified Nursing Assistant Program have the opportunity to work as part of the nursing team in various areas at Bay Regional Medical Center. The second year nursing mentorship program offers students scholarship and employment opportunities after completion of the program.  

COURSE CONTENT

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Patient Assessment (Vital Signs, EKG, Pulse Oximetry)
• Medical Emergencies including CPR and AED Certifications
• Patient Transfers
• OSHA Guidelines: Infection Control, Bloodborne Pathogens
• Medical Equipment Operation
• Medical Terminology
• Speech/Language Pathology
• Medical Ethics
• Risk Management

RESOURCES

National Library of Medicine Health Information
www.medlineplus.gov

Center for Disease Control & Prevention
www.cdc.gov

Mayo Clinic Site
www.mayoclinic.com

National HOSA Site