Health Education - P242
Web Sites Assignments Calendars 2012-2013Health is designed to help students explore their physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual well being. Goal setting and decision making are emphasized throughout the course. Numerous activities help the student evaluate their own personal behavior and attitudes. It is recommended that Health be taken during the sophomore year.
One semester - 1/2 credit
Global Health - P372
Advanced Health is an elective course that is offered to juniors and seniors that presents an in-depth study of current health issues and health careers. The course will focus on health concerns and health promotions. Topics include life skills and health choices; pharmacology of drugs and medicines; and health occupations and careers.
Prerequisite: P242 Health Education
One semester - 1/2 credit
Advanced Health Assignments Advanced Health Blog
Health Occupations - R313
Career Pathway Program Class Calendar 2012-2013
Health Occupations and Medical Terminology is an elective course offered to juniors and seniors that will introduce students to Health careers in the professional setting; through speakers and/or visitations of health care facilities. There will be an emphasis on Medical Terminology.
Prerequisite: P242 Health Education, must be a junior or senior, must successfully completed Algebra 1 and a Biology course at a "C" level or higher, must read near grade level
One year - 1 credit
Pictures of Students involved in Health Occupations and Global Health:
Pictures from our 2011 trip to the Museum of Science and Industry
Students in Health Occupations and Global Health are involved in enrichment activities outside of class that allow them to simulate medical experiences.
Global Burden of Disease Study: Establishing Global Health Priorities
web site for Northwestern Medical Explorers/
http://www.nmh.org/nm/community-matters-medical-explorers